Module Details

Module Code: BULD6031
Title: Building Surveying
Long Title: Building Surveying
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5821 - Building Science
Module Delivered in: 4 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides the student with knowledge and understanding of building
and surveying processes. It outlines and explains best practice procedures for
carrying out building surveys and building adaptation. It also provides the student with the knowledge and skill to accurately set out buildings and structures.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Record and process survey data using specialised survey equipment.
LO2 Use computer software to process, manipulate and present survey data in an appropriate format.
LO3 Work in teams using specialised survey equipment to set out construction works.
LO4 Outline the approach to carrying out building surveys.
LO5 Appraise alternative design considerations for the refurbishment or adaptation of existing buildings for change of use.
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
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.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
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.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Total Station Survey
Electronic Distance Measurement (EDM). Instrument setup and data capture. Errors and accuracy. Field procedures.
Data Processing
Data formats. Autodesk software solutions. Digital Terrain Modelling. Data presentation, plans, sections and models.
Setting Out
Specification and tolerances. Resection. Stages in setting out. Generation of setting-out data. Methods of marking and referencing.
Building Surveys
Building styles. Forms of building survey. Condition surveys. Sequencing. Safety in carrying out surveys.
Conversion & Adaptation Design Issues
Concepts, alternative to replacement, influencing factors, useful life, change of use, technology implications, proposals for suitable conversion and adaptation.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 5 Learning Outcomes 4,5
Assessment Description
In-class assessment, short answer and multiple choice questions.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Recording a detail survey - fieldwork,
processing and report.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 11 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Setting-out design & implementation - fieldwork,
processing and report.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 4,5
Assessment Description
Produce a report on the adaptation of an existing
building.
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
Lecture Contact Theory on course topics and worked examples. Every Week 2.00 2
Tutorial Contact Review of course topics and worked examples. Every Week 0.50 0.5
Lab Contact Assessment of practical competency through laboratory-based project Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Review of lecture notes and recommended material and preparation of reports for selected laboratory sessions and in-class topics. Every Week 2.50 2.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.50
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory on course topics and worked examples. Every Week 1.00 1
Tutorial Contact Review of course topics and worked examples. Every Week 0.25 0.25
Lab Contact Assessment of practical competency through laboratory-based project Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Review of lecture notes and recommended material and preparation of reports for selected laboratory sessions and in-class topics. Every Week 4.75 4.75
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.25
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • William Irvine, Finlay Maclennan. (2005), Surveying for Construction, 5th. McGraw-Hill, London, [ISBN: 9780077111144].
  • Malcolm Holland. (2012), Practical Guide to Diagnosing Structural Defects in Buildings, Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 9780470659106].
  • Mike Hoxley. (2016), Building Condition Surveys, 3rd. RIBA Publishing, [ISBN: 9781859466193].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • John Uren, Bill Price. (2010), Surveying for Engineers, 5th. Macmillan Education UK, London, [ISBN: 9780230221574].
  • Malcolm Hollis. (2005), Surveying Buildings, 5th. RICS, [ISBN: 9781842191927].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_CCNMG_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Management 4 Elective
CR_CMNGT_7 Bachelor of Science in Construction Management 4 Elective
CR_CCECO_7 Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying 4 Elective
CR_CCONS_6 Higher Certificate in Science in Construction 4 Elective