Module Details
Module Code: |
ARCH6054 |
Title: |
Studio: Concrete & Masonry
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Long Title:
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Studio: Concrete & Masonry
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NFQ Level: |
Fundamental |
Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 ) |
Field of Study: |
5810 - Architecture & Urban Environment
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Module Description: |
Technical Design Studio 2 explores simple structures in concrete and in masonry.
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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 |
Interpret traditional building materials, systems and technologies in concrete and masonry. |
LO2 |
Discuss theory, principles and science in the technical design process. |
LO3 |
Identify and evaluate information, apply critical judgement and formulate a structural solution for a building in masonry or concrete. |
LO4 |
Differentiate the stages in the building design process related to technical design. |
LO5 |
Analyse and apply fundamental building regulations and legislation to a domestic building. |
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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No incompatible modules listed |
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 |
Methodology, Pedagogy
Exploration of structure and form through sketching, technical drawing and models. Experiencing Architecture through senses. Development of drawing conventions. Exploration of materials.
Examination of design concepts and technical design through exploration of exemplary architecture.
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Technical Design
Introduction to the basic principles of building regulations and legislation. Learning how to apply relevant regulations to a domestic building.
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Principles
Principles of technical design for floors, roof, enclosure, load bearing, non load bearing, junctions and openings in concrete and masonry construction
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
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 |
Studio based delivery of module |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Completion of studio assignments |
Every Week |
12.50 |
12.5 |
Tutorial |
Contact |
Group tutorial |
Every Week |
0.50 |
0.5 |
Total Hours |
14.00 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
14.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
1.50 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
Contact |
Studio based delivery of module |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
Tutorial |
Contact |
Group tutorial |
Every Week |
0.50 |
0.5 |
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Completion of studio assignments |
Every Week |
12.50 |
12.5 |
Total Hours |
14.00 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
14.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
1.50 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Roy Chudley, Roger Greeno BA(Hons.) FCIOB FIPHE FRSA. (2016), Building Construction Handbook, 11th. Routledge, [ISBN: 9781138907096].
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Francis D. K. Ching. (2014), Building Construction Illustrated, 5th. John Wiley & Sons, Hoboken, N.J., [ISBN: 9781118548341].
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Stephen Emmitt. (2018), Barry's Introduction to Construction of Buildings, 4th. Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 9781118977163].
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J S Foster, Roger Greeno. (2007), Mitchell's Structure & Fabric, 7th. Pearson Education Limited, England, [ISBN: 9780131970946].
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Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government. (2017), Building Control Act, Building Regulations and Technical Guidance Documents, Government Publications.
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Miriam Delany, Anne Gorman. (2015), Studio Craft & Technique for Architects, Laurence King Publishing, London, England, [ISBN: 9781780676579].
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Eugene Farrell, John A McCarthy, Anthony McFeely. (1993), Homebond House Building Manual, 7th. National House Building Guarantee, Dublin, [ISBN: 9780952361466].
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Stephen Emmitt, John Olie, Peter Schmid. (2004), Principles of Architectural Detailing, 1st. Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 9781405107549].
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Andrea Deplazes (Editor), G. H. Söffker (Translator). (2018), Constructing Architecture: Materials, Processes, Structures; a Handbook, 4th. Birkhauser Verlag AG, Basel-Boston-Berlin, [ISBN: 9783035616699].
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Pamela Buxton. (2018), Metric Handbook, 6th. Routledge, [ISBN: 9781138714687].
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Ernest Neufert, Peter Neufert. (2012), Architects' Data, 4th. Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 9781405192538].
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Victoria Ballard Bell, Patrick Rand. (2006), Materials for Architectural Design, 1st. Laurence King, [ISBN: 9781856694803].
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Edward Allen, Patrick Rand. (2016), Architectural Detailing: Function, Constructability, Aesthetics, 3rd. Wiley, [ISBN: 9781118881996].
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Other Resources |
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Website, Brick Development Assocation. Brick Construction, London, Brick Development Assocation,
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Website, Irish Concrete Federation. Concrete Construction, Dublin, Irish Concrete Federation,
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Website, Department of Housing Planning &
Local Government. Technical Guidance Documents, Dublin, Ireland, Department of Housing Planning &
Local Government,
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