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MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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Module Title | |||
Professional Practice and Management | |||
Reference | ACM005 | Version | 10 |
Created | March 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
Approved | October 2002 | SCQF Points | 15 |
Amended | September 2021 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
Aims of Module | |||
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To develop the knowledge, skill and maturity of students at part 2, which will enable them, on qualification, to carry out their professional duties responsibly and effectively. |
Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
1 | Develop knowledge and critical understanding of key aspects of professional practice and management relevant to the role of the Architect. |
2 | Apply knowledge, understanding and judgement relating to key aspects of professional practice and management in a specific project/scenario. |
3 | Undertake independent learning via the Personal Professional Development to learn skills and knowledge in theory and practice that will support your individual Part 2 learning goals |
Indicative Module Content |
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The module will cover the legal, professional and statutory responsibilities of the architect; the Architects Registration Board; the architect in relation to the building industry; professional and contractual relationships; the RIBA Plan of Work; the principles of planning and building regulation legislation; procurement options for construction projects; building contracts; cost planning and cost control; architectural practice in the wider social context; Health and Safety legislation and the CDM Regulations; Copyright; Insurances and Professionalism and business ethics. |
Module Delivery |
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The mode of delivery is by lecture and student centred workshops and seminars and independent reading. |
Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
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Contact Hours | 50 | N/A |
Non-Contact Hours | 100 | N/A |
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |   |   |
ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
Component 1 | |||||
Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3 |
Description: | A report focused on the application of key professional practice and management to an architectural project/scenario. |
MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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Explanatory Text | |
In order to pass the module students must achieve D or greater in each component. | |
Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
A | A |
B | B |
C | C |
D | D |
E | E |
F | F |
NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
Module Requirements | |
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Prerequisites for Module | RIBA Part 1 or equivalent. |
Corequisites for module | None. |
Precluded Modules | None. |
INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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1 | RIBA Handbook of Architectural Practice Management, 9th Ed. RIBA 2013 |
2 | RIBA - Architect's Job Book (9th Edition) 2013 |
3 | RIAS - SCA 2000, Nov 2011 rev.(Standard Condidtions of Appointment of an Architect) |
4 | Scottish Building Contract 2011 |
5 | Architects Registration Board Student Handbook www.arb.org |