Module Details

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Title TECHNOLOGY 1.2: STRUCTURE AND CONSTRUCTION
Code ARCH161
Coordinator Mr A Dusterloh
Architecture
A.Dusterloh@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 4 FHEQ Second Semester 15

Aims

To introduce the principles of construction technology and in particular the common materials and systems in buildings.

To introduce the principles of structural design, and in particular the load bearing components and systems in buildings.

To introduce aspects and examples of building technologies and construction sequences.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Develop awareness of the principles of structural design, the construction techniques and materials used to attain appropriate strength, stability, and stiffness.

(LO2) Develop an awareness of the relationship between structural behaviour and architectural design; how the two can complement each other.

(LO3) Develop an understanding of the principles of construction technology, and construction sequences

(LO4) Develop an understanding of the relationship between architectural design and construction technology

(LO5) Develop an understanding of the relationship between architectural, structural design and building technologies

(LO6) This module complies with RIBA mapping criteria as described in the following document: http//www.liv.ac.uk/media/livacuk/architecture/downloads/ARB,mapping,per,criterion.pdf

(S1) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis

(S2) Research skills - All Information skills

(S3) Time and project management - Personal organisation

(S4) Information skills - Critical reading


Syllabus

 

Lectures on Structure will cover:

Principal load bearing component of a building.

What is a structure?

Types of loads applied to buildings.

Load paths.

What is structural failure?

What is structural design?

The need for strength, stability, and stiffness of structure.

Different forms and actions.

Structural elements.

Simply supported beams.

Bending moments, Stresses and Deflections Beam sections.

Lectures on Construction will cover:

Exploration of the implications for designers of construction technology and structural behaviours.

Principal structural materials: Material properties and applications(steel, reinforced concrete, timber, masonry) Construction requirements (including waterproofing, thermal insulation, Durability and maintenance, Sound attenuation, Fire Protection, overview of Sustainability issues).

Construction sequence (substructure, superstructure, envelope, roof).

Simple c onstruction systems and components (windows and door, staircases and lifts).

The implications of different methods of manufacture and buildability (Prefabrication).


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: 1x2hrs lecture per week


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 24

          24
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 126
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Assessment 3 Notes (applying to all assessments) Coursework: [Submission via VITAL and as hard copy] technical report summarising the findings of a building study and large format drawing illustrati  90 minutes    50       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Assessment 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When): 2  Illustrated technica    40       
Assessment 2 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When): 2  10 minutes    10       

Recommended Texts

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