BUILDING TECHNOLOGY 1 (ARC 3514)

BUILDING TECHNOLOGY 1 (ARC 3514)

Module Teaching Objectives 

1. To develop analytical and critical research of principles, practices and details of construction technology in the process of documentation. 

Module Learning Outcomes 

1. Identify and collect relevant research data. 

2. Explain a set of architectural and structural documentation. 

3. Relate basic structural elements and structural principles in construction. 

4. Analyse and document construction methods and materials 

5. Evaluate existing construction system and detailing of the selected project. 

6. Critique issues pertaining to construction principles, materials, techniques, codes of practice, process of assembly, and detailing. 

7. Critique issues pertaining to energy efficiency, embodied energy as well as ecological impact. 

8. Generate alternative construction solutions by means of sketches and drawings. 

PROJECT 1 DESIGN MODIFICATION & DOCUMENTAION 

Objectives of Project 

 1. To encourage analytical and critical study of the principles, practices and details of construction technology in the existing building. 

2. To encourage students to explore alternative construction systems 

3. To adapt and implement the alternative construction systems into the students’ design. 

4. To develop the students’ skills in producing working drawings. 

Learning Outcomes of this Project 

 1. Identify and collect relevant research data. 

2. Explain a set of architectural and structural documentation. 

3. Relate basic structural elements and structural principles in construction. 

4. Analyse and document construction methods and materials 

  

   

PROJECT 2 INDUSTRIALISED BUILDING SYSTEM 

Objectives of Project 

 1. To develop students’ understanding in different types of IBS construction method. 

 2. To apply appropriate IBS construction method in the production of a model for a specific building. 

 3. To demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of IBS construction process through model making. 

 4. To develop students’ understanding in matters related to energy efficiency and ecological impact. 

 5. To foster good communication skills among group members through proper delegation of works and also  a proper academic report. 

Learning Outcomes of this Project 

 1. Identify and collect relevant research data. 

 2. Evaluate existing construction system and detailing of the selected project. 

 3. Critique issues pertaining to construction principles, materials, techniques, process of assembly and 

detailing. 

 4. Critique issues pertaining to energy efficiency, embodied energy as well as ecological impact.