Module Details

Module Code: CRAF7001
Title: Carpentry - Domed Roofs
Long Title: Carpentry - Hexagonal Roof and Circular Domed Roof
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2015/16 ( September 2015 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2150 - Craft
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces students to the complex geometry involved in the construction of polygonal Ogee Roofs and Domed Roofs. The complex nature of compound angles and curvilinear rafters will require high level problem solving skills gained in the practice of roofing geometry.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Design, set out and make, using the geometric principles of roof construction, a hexagonal Ogee roof.
LO2 Design, set out and make using geometric principles a circular domed roof to include identifying various types of dome roof constructions available.
LO3 Apply appropriate jointing and fixing of wall plates; Producing curved dihedral bevels generated by hexagonal Ogee roof rafters.
LO4 Cut and fix tiling battens and sheeting to a domed roof.
LO5 Propose and implement solutions involved in a domed roofs with reference to interlocking structures and aesthetics.
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).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

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Indicative Content
Workshop Practice
Safe practice in the design and production of a polygonal Ogee and a circular domed roof. Produce a scale model of a polygonal Ogee and dome roof.
Construction
Cut and construct a polygonal Ogee roof and a domed roof including hip rafters, jack rafters, finial and tiling battens, using Jigsaw, CNC where appropriate.
Materials
Natural softwood PAO, manufactured boards, preservative, metal fasteners.
Design & Problem Solving
Scale drawing developed using geometric principles to include hip rafters, jack rafters wall plates. Produce solutions to a given situation resulting from Ogee and Domed roof structures.
Skills
Determination of bevels and lengths, cutting to bevels and lengths, fixing, nailing roof components. Identify solutions to proposed interlocking rafters or components, using appropriate structural techniques.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,3
Assessment Description
Draw, develop, cut and construct a hexagonal Ogee roof using geometric principles. Demonstrate the process of achieving the dihedral angle on the curved hip rafters and ensure that the completed roof is at a level above industry standard.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 60
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 2,4,5
Assessment Description
Design and make either a geodesic, laminated or composite dome roof that would be suitable in a modular construction situation, fabricated to a level above industry standards.
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.

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
Lab Contact Practical Skills Every Week 6.00 6
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Revision/review of module content Every Week 1.00 1
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 6.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • George Collings. (2013), Circular work in carpentry and joinery, 5th. London; Stobart Davies, London, [ISBN: 9780854420544].
  • Brian Porter, Chris Tooke. (2012), Carpentry and Joinery 2, 3rd. Routledge, London, p.225, [ISBN: 9781136422645].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_ECTWB_7 Bachelor of Science in Craft Technology (Wood) with Business 5 Mandatory