The key teaching & learning strategy is Integration with Studio 2 projects; this includes a combination of Lectures covering the Legislation (TGD) requirements, typical solutions and case studies, as well as Tutorials around relevant application to Studio 2 projects; along with Projects & Assignments to allow application of Legislation & Practice theory with formative feedback.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Project
- Assignments
Module Aim:
The aims of this module are :
• To familiarise students with the implications of the Building Control Act and the Building Regulations, so that they can incorporate these requirements into Studio 2 projects and demonstrate compliance.
• To familiarise students with’ legal minimum’ and ‘best practice’ approaches to their Studio 2 projects
• To familiarizse learners with the Project Team and the role and responsibilities of the Architectural Technologist, with reference to the RIAI Knowledge, Skill and Competence for Practice as an Architectural Technologists 2010 and the CIAT Code of Conduct
• To introduce learners to the construction procurement process, including alternative construction procurement methods; and to construction costing and project procedure.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Apply the Building Regulations to a small or medium scale concrete construction project
LO2
Undertake a FSC/Fire Safety audit of an existing building and prepare documentation for a DAC Application for a small to medium scale construction project
LO3
Demonstrate familiarity with basic construction procurement methods, project stages and project procedures
LO4
Demonstrate familiarity with the Construction Project Team and the role and responsibilities of the Architectural Technologist as a member of this team, as required under current legislation and professional standard
LO5
Demonstrate familiarity with basic construction cost planning & the factors influencing construction cost
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
6670
BUIL H2503
Technical Design & Detailing II
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Overview
The Building Control Act & Regulations and the Technical Guidance Documents, both in general and as they apply to Studio II projects.
The Building Control Processes, as established under current legislation, e.g. SI 9/BC(A)R 2014, and with reference to Fire Safety Certificate applications.
The Construction Procurement process; alternative construction procurement methods. Introduction to construction cost.
The role and responsibilities of the Architectural Technologist, with reference to the RIAI Knowledge, Skill and Competence for Practice as an Architectural Technologist and the CIAT Code of Conduct.
The Construction Project Team, including construction project procedures and project stages.
Assessment Breakdown
%
Project
40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination
60.00%
No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Project
Continuous Assessment Projects: 40%
• Legislation Project assignments:
to assess general understanding of Building Regulations as applied to Studio 2 buildings
• Practice Project assignments: to assess general understanding of Architectural Practice
Overall breakdown:
Building Legislation/Regulations (2/3)
Architectural Practice (1/3)
1,2
40.00
n/a
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
Final Examination : 60%
Overall breakdown:
Building Legislation/Regulations (2/3)
Architectural Practice (1/3)
1,2,3,4,5
60.00
End-of-Semester
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment