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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Professional Practice and Management (Malaysia) | |||
| Reference | ACM005A | Version | 4 |
| Created | July 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 candidates 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 | Explain the operation of cost control mechanisms within the context of the architectural design and construction process. |
| 2 | Demonstrate understanding of the business issues pertaining to running an architectural practice. |
| 3 | Demonstrate understanding of the various procurement methods available, and the administrative and contractual procedures involved in administering an architectural project. |
| 4 | Demonstrate understanding of the legal, statutory, and professional requirements relating to building design and construction. |
| 5 | Demonstrate understanding of the duties and responsibilities of architects as described in the Profession's Codes and Standards. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| The module will cover the scope and type of management responsibilities in Malaysian Architectural Practice, roles and responsibilities, the legal liabilities, professional and statutory responsibilities of the architect the architect in relation to the building industry, brief formulation professional and contractual relationships, the RIBA Plan of Work, the principles of planning and building regulation legislation, building procurement options for construction projects; building contracts, cost planning and cost control, risk avoidance and risk control, architectural practice in the wider social context, Health and Safety legislation and the CDM Regulations, office management and quality assurance theories and principles, innovation in design management, building and practice management. |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 24 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 126 | 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: | 50% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3 |
| Description: | This is a single piece of coursework consisting of an essay or report on aspects of management and contracts. | ||||
| Component 2 | |||||
| Type: | Examination | Weighting: | 50% | Outcomes Assessed: | 4, 5 |
| Description: | Students have a choice of questions from each of 4 sections covering the course syllabus. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | ||||||||
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| Explanatory Text | ||||||||
| The overall module grade is based on 50% weighting of Component 1 (Coursework Y axis) and 50% weighting of Component 2 (Examination X axis). An overall minimum grade D is required to pass the module. Non-submission of either component will result in an NS grade. | ||||||||
| Examination: | ||||||||
| Coursework: | A | B | C | D | E | F | NS | |
| A | A | A | B | B | E | E | ||
| B | A | B | B | C | E | E | ||
| C | B | B | C | C | E | E | ||
| D | B | C | C | D | E | E | ||
| E | E | E | E | E | E | F | ||
| F | E | E | E | F | 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 Pertubuhan Arkitek Malaysia (1995)Lam Pam Part III Professional Practice Exam Notes Hamza, Hussein, Building Lagislation Regulations 1, 1994 Kasi, P, EIA Procedures and Requirements |
| 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 |