Module Details
| Module Code: |
BULD6003 |
| Title: |
Intro to Construction Graphics
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Long Title:
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Introduction to Construction Graphics
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| NFQ Level: |
Fundamental |
| Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 ) |
| Field of Study: |
5821 - Building Science
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| Module Description: |
In this module the student will be introduced to construction drawing as a means of communication in both mechanical and AutoCAD disciplines, from the selection of drawing equipment to producing freehand, scale and geometric drawing to conventional standards.
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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 |
Use fundamental drawing principles to produce geometric constructions. |
| LO2 |
Produce detailed, quality freehand sketches of domestic construction elements and details. |
| LO3 |
Interpret drawings of single and two storey domestic buildings. |
| LO4 |
Produce detailed drawings to include a floor plan and building sections for domestic construction. |
| LO5 |
Draw basic building details in 2D using AutoCAD. |
| 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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| 13480 |
CIVL6008 |
Engineering CAD |
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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| No requirements listed |
| Indicative Content |
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Drawing Equipment & Presentation
Introduction, selection and use of drawing materials and equipment. Purpose of construction drawing, drawing and sheet layout, lettering, lines, scales, geometric constructions, dimensioning and representation of materials.
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Freehand Drawing
Elementary technique, combination mechanical and freehand drawing of various domestic construction details. Isometric sketching. Sectional sketching.
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Floor Plans
Introduction, purpose, scale dimensions; walls and partitions, windows; doors; other items, room names, drawing orientation (North Point).
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Drawing Interpretation
Introduction to the reading and interpretation of drawings for a single and two storey domestic dwellings.
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AutoCAD
Introduction to AutoCAD, setting up a drawing and using the basic commands. The use of the Draw, Modify and Annotation tool sets to complete basic geometrical exercises and conventional 2D building details and construction drawings.
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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 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Studio based hand drawing. |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Computer lab instruction. |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Portfolio preparation. |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
| Workload: Part Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lab |
Contact |
Studio based hand drawing. |
Every Second Week |
1.00 |
2 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Computer lab instruction. |
Every Second Week |
1.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Portfolio preparation. |
Every Week |
5.00 |
5 |
| Total Hours |
9.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Bert Bielefeld and Isabella Skiba. (2017), Basics Technical Drawing, 1. Birkhäuser, Basel, [ISBN: 9783035612738].
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Elise Moss. (2021), Autodesk AutoCAD 2022 Fundamentals, SDC Publications, [ISBN: 9781630573997].
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Standard: ISO 19650-1:2018. Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) - Information management using building information modelling - Part 1: Concepts and principles, International Standards Organisation (ISO).
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Rosemary Kilmer, W. Otie Kilmer. (2016), Construction Drawings and Details for Interiors: Basic Skills, 3rd. John Wiley & Sons, Hoboken, New Jersey, [ISBN: 9781118944356].
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Edward Allen and Patrick Rand. (2016), Architectural Detailing: Function, Constructability, Aesthetics, 3rd. John Wiley & Sons, New York, [ISBN: 9781118881996].
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James Leach and Shawna Lockhart. (2021), AutoCAD 2022 Instructor, 1. SDC Publications, [ISBN: 9781630574208].
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Standard: BS/PAS 1192. Series of Standards, BSI, UK.
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| Other Resources |
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Website, Autodesk. (2021), Autodesk Homepage, USA, Autodesk,
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Website, D R A W I N G A T W O R K. (2021), Drawing GYM, Trevor Flynn,
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