Module Details

Module Code: ARCH6071
Title: CTMS - Wood
Long Title: CTMS - Wood
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2020/21 ( September 2020 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5810 - Architecture & Urban Environment
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: CTMS Construction Technology Materials and Structure - Wood provides an introduction to building technology, construction materials and
structure. It investigates site and foundations, and construction systems in timber and in
light gauge steel, exploring the components of frame, floor, roof, skin/enclosure openings,
and relevant building regulations.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Distinguish between the characteristics, selection process, and construction systems of timber and light gauge steel in frame, floor, roof, skin/enclosure.
LO2 Describe the principles of timber and light gauge steel frame construction, load bearing and non-load bearing structural components.
LO3 Evaluate the historic development of technology related to timber and light gauge steel structures
LO4 Describe the principles of foundation design to satisfy building requirements
LO5 Describe basic regulations and legislation related to steel, timber and skin.
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
Principles
Principles of load-bearing, non-load bearing and load paths. Timber and light gauge steel frame construction systems. Characteristics of the materials timber and steel. Selection process for materials and construction systems in timber and steel. Principles of regulations for timber and steel.
Technology, Materials
Introduction to wood. Brief history of wood materials and construction systems. Properties and characteristics of wood. Basic Timber Frame Structures, Introduction to Modulated Building Materials, Platform Timber Frame Construction, Timber Frame Components, Timber Strength Class, Timber Floors, Suspended Ground, Suspended Upper, Joist Sizing, Decking Materials. Internal Stud Partitions, Loadbearing, Non-loadbearing Timber Roofs, Pitched Roofs, Timber Roof Components, Member Sizing and Detailing. Timber Frame Envelope, Suspended Ground Floors. Timber Frame External Walls, Overall Build Up, Cladding Types, Species, Profiles, Detailing, Insulation, Membranes. Cut Pitched Roofs, Warm, Cold Inverted Roofs, Standing Seam Metal Roof Coverings, Insulation, Membranes. Foundations, Basic Strip, Pad, Raft, Sizing and Detailing. Windows and Doors, Overview and Detailing. Roof Windows, Dormer Windows, Basic Detailing. Introduction to Light Gauge Steel Frame Construction, External Wall Build-Up, Corner Detailing, Stud Arrangement, Openings in LGSF.
Structure
What is a structure. Structural Form. Timber Structures and Foundations. Load Paths, Load-Bearing, Non-Load bearing. Stability of Structures. Steel Structures. Support conditions - pinned, roller and fixed supports Beam types - simply supported, continuous and cantilever. Internal reactions of structural members - tension, compression and bending. Foundation Design. Foundations: basic building foundation types, shallow foundation, deep foundation. Roof Systems.
Regulations
Introduction to related regulations, technical guidance documents, Part A Structure, Part B Fire, Part C Site, Part D Materials, Part L Conservation of Fuel and Energy.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Complete a booklet of details relating to timber frame and light gauge steel frame construction.
Assessment Type Critique % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Describe, Identify and Demonstrate the load paths and loads acting on a timber frame model in studio
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,4,5
Assessment Description
Complete 2 short answer theory assessments relating to elements of timber frame and light gauge steel frame construction.
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 Lecture Based Learning Every Week 2.00 2
Lecture Contact Lecture and Studio Based Learning Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Completion of Project Assignment 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 Lecture Based Learning Every Week 2.00 2
Lecture Contact Lecture and Studio Based Learning Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Completion of Project Assignment Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Edward Allen and Joseph Iano. (2014), Fundamentals of Building Construction, Sixth. J. Wiley & Sons, Hoboken, NJ, [ISBN: 1118138910].
  • Edward Allen and Joseph Iano. (2017), The Architect's Studio Companion, Sixth. J. Wiley & Sons, Hoboken, NJ, [ISBN: 0470641916].
  • Edward Allen and Patrick Rand: Drawings by Edward Allen, Joseph Iano, and Patrick Rand. (2016), Architectural Detailing, Third. J. Wiley & Sons, Hoboken, NJ, [ISBN: 9781118881996].
  • Francis D. K. Ching and Cassandra Adams. (2014), Building Construction Illustrated., Fifth. Wiley, New York, [ISBN: 1118458346].
  • Derek Seward. (2014), Understanding Structures, Fifth. Palgrave Macmillan, [ISBN: 1137376562].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Virginia McLeod. (2015), Detail in Contemporary Timber Architecture, Laurence King Publishing Ltd., China, [ISBN: 9781780676555].
  • Robin Lancashire and Lewis Taylor. (2011), Timber Frame Construction, Fifth. TRADA, [ISBN: 9781900510820].
  • Georgina Foley. (2009), Houses of Steel, Australia, [ISBN: 9781864703665].
  • Andrea Deplazes (Editor), G. H. Söffker (Translator). (2018), Constructing Architecture, Fourth. [ISBN: 9783035616699].
  • Stephen Emmitt. (2010), Barry's Introduction to Construction of Buildings, Second. Wiley Blackwell, Oxford, [ISBN: 9781405188548].
  • Eugene Farrell, John A Mc Carthy, Anthony Feely. (2012), Homebond House Building Manual, Seventh. Homebond Technical Services, Dublin, [ISBN: 9780952361480].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
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Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_CARCT_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architectural Technology 1 Mandatory
CR_TARCH_7 Bachelor of Science in Architectural Technology 1 Mandatory