Module Details
| Module Code: |
ARCH6084 |
| Title: |
Studio: Multi-storey Frames
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Long Title:
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Studio: Multi-storey Frames
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| NFQ Level: |
Fundamental |
| Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2020/21 ( September 2020 ) |
| Field of Study: |
5810 - Architecture & Urban Environment
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| Module Description: |
This module explores the structures, simple spans and materials used in the construction of multi-storey mixed/hybrid buildings. Introduction to conservation principles. Universal design
provides individual and team opportunities to investigate building envelope systems;
analyse various cladding materials, components and details, explore tectonics and aesthetics; and comply with relevant legislation
parts A, B, C, D, E, F and L.
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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 |
Apply building surveying skills and conservation principles through a collaborative team role. |
| LO2 |
Apply innovative building materials, systems and technology to building forms. |
| LO3 |
Apply the theory and principles of environmental and Universal design and sustainable practice to mixed use structures, simple spans and hybrid composite systems. |
| LO4 |
Identify, evaluate, synthesize information, apply critical judgement and develop strategies for
building envelopes. |
| LO5 |
Apply fundamental regulations and legislation to building forms. |
| 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 |
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Methodology, Pedagogy
Analysis of context and function. Production of 2D and 3D drawings, plans, sections, elevations & details. Axonometric drawings of building sections and critical junctions.
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Technical Design
mixed structures in timber, steel and concrete, material characteristics, support mechanisms, jointing, thermal expansion, relationship with components within the structure, relationship between aesthetics and craft, sustainable practices, details & code/ legislation compliance. Legislation compliance relating to stairs detail design and construction.
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Principles
Rain screen principles, air cavities, water movement, Universal design, conservation principles.
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Universal Design
Apartment layout, circulation, introduction to fire regulations, stairs design and regulations. Apply minimum regulations for bedroom floor areas, aggregate living areas, implementation of part M standards for accessibility.
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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 |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Studio based delivery of module |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
| Tutorial |
Contact |
Group Tutorial |
Every Week |
0.50 |
0.5 |
| Lecturer Supervised 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 |
| 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 |
| Lecturer Supervised 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 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Alan J. Brookes, Maarten Meijs. (2008), Cladding of buildings,, 4th Ed. Taylor & Francis Abingdon, [ISBN: 978-058240520].
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Ann Ross, Jonathan Hetreed, Charlotte Baden Powell. (2011), Architect's Pocket Book, 3rd Ed. Architectural Press, [ISBN: 978-008096959].
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Jack Stroud Foster, Raymond Harington. (2000), Structure & Fabric: Part 2 (Mitchells Building Series),, 6th Ed. Longman Harlow, [ISBN: 978-058240520].
| | Supplementary Book Resources |
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Edited by David Adler. (2001), Metric Handbook, Architectural Press, Oxford, [ISBN: 978-075065281].
| | This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| This module does not have any other resources |
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