Module Details
| Module Code: |
ARCH8003 |
| Title: |
Adapt & Reuse: Strategies
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Long Title:
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Adapt & Reuse: Strategies
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| NFQ Level: |
Intermediate |
| Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 ) |
| Field of Study: |
5810 - Architecture & Urban Environment
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| Module Description: |
Adaptation and Reuse strategies for retrofit: this module investigates the design, history, theory, principles and development of concepts of reuse, renovation, restoration, conservation and preservation.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Integrate principles of adaption and reuse. |
| LO2 |
Respond to existing built form. |
| LO3 |
Develop appropriate solutions for older buildings. |
| LO4 |
Create design strategies for building adaption or intervention. |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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| Not Applicable |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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| Not Applicable |
| Indicative Content |
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Principles and Theory
Adaptation Reuse Principles and Theory in the context of precedent studies and international best practice. Classification of buildings and existing building stock. Expectations and requirements of buildings. Sustainability and adaptative reuse.
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Historical Building Methods and Details
History and evolution of construction technology - includes the dating of buildings on the basis of the technologies used in their construction. Key elements of buildings, and their evolution and development through history. Building inspection and report..
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Strategy/Building Pathology
Building pathology, and its relevance in adaptation and reuse. Understanding building performance. Developing strategies and solutions to deal with inherent problems in older buildings. Identifying the major contributors to a buildings overall visual character. Understanding building materials, both old and new and their uses. Causes of defects damage and decay. Common defects in older buildings, Design strategies for older buildings. Developing strategies that address technical function and criteria.
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Survey and Assessment
Fault finding and defect assessment , Building survey and inspection. House inspection and report writing. Non-destructive survey techniques. Limitations of existing building, finding the right use for a building. Impact of maintenance on the lifespan of buildings. Principles of building repair.
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Coursework | 100.00% |
Assessments
| No End of Module Formal Examination |
| Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Class based instruction |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Research and development of project work |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
| Workload: Part Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Class based instruction |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Research and development of project work |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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(2013), Practical Building Conservation! Conservation Basics, English Heritage, [ISBN: 978-0754645511].
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Michael Forsyth, Lisa White. (2011), Interior Finishes and Fittings for Historic Building Conservation, Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 978-1405190220].
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Department of the Environment. (1995), Conservation Guidelines, Stationery Office, Dublin.
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Fieldon,B M. (2003), Conservation of Historic Buildings, Blackwell, [ISBN: 0750658630].
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Grover, Howard. (2007), Architectural conservation : principles and practice, Specialist Books, [ISBN: 06320406234].
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J. Myrick Howard. (2007), Buying time for heritage, [ISBN: 0807858684].
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ICOMOS. (1999), Guide to Reading Historic Buildings, Butterworths.
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Jukka Jokilehto. (1999), A history of architectural conservation, [ISBN: 0750655119].
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Oireachtas. (2000), Local Government (Planning and Development) Act, Stationery Office.
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Department of the Environment. (2001), Local Government (Planning and Development) Regulations, Stationery Office, Dublin.
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Duchas/DoEHLG. (2006), Architectural Heritage Protection - Guidelines for Planning Authorities, Stationery Office, Dublin.
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