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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Advanced Building Technology
Reference ACM011 Version 3
Created May 2017 SCQF Level SCQF 11
Approved August 2011 SCQF Points 15
Amended September 2017 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To develop, devise and apply integrated strategies for structure, construction and environment performance of complex buildings.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Develop the visual, thermal and acoustic environmental requirements for a complex building.
2 Devise environmental, structural and constructional strategies for a complex building.
3 Apply and integrate the environmental, structural and constructional strategies into the design of a complex building.

Indicative Module Content
This module explores theories, choices, applications and integration of low energy ventilation, heating, cooling, lighting and structural solutions including specialised systems, where appropriate. The need to research and critically assess the physical properties and characteristics of building materials, components and systems, and the environmental impact of specification choices is stressed. Processes of designing details, assemblies, buildability and performance issues are explored together with the relevant regulatory requirements (e.g. fire, access, health and safety etc) and non-regulatory comfort criteria. The concept of buildings as sustainable integrated systems is emphasised.

Module Delivery
This is deliverd by a blended learning approach involving student research, online activities, targeted lectures and tutorials / seminars at which students will be expected to formally contribute. Students will be expected to undertake self-directed study to augment their learning of delivered materials.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 33 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 117 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
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: Submission consists of a critical report analysing and detailing the rationale for constructional and technological aspects of the student’s main design project. The analysis focus should include: • The impact of the building on the site and environment • Environmental impact of choice of materials, components and construction methods • Environmental impact of choice of sources of power and water used in the operation of the building A critical analysis to be carried out of how well the studio design meets the requirements students have set. Deficiencies in the performance of the design are to be pointed out and ideas on how these could be rectified are to be put forward.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
In order to pass the module students must achieve 40% or greater.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A 70% or better
B 60% or better
C 50% or better
D 40% or better
E 35% or better
F Less than 35%
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
The module may involve visits to construction sites and completed buildings. These will be dependent on arrangements with contractors, the existence of appropriate insurance cover and satisfaction of relevant Health and Safety regulations.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 Bachman, L R., 2003, Integrated buildings: the systems basis of architecture, New Jersey, Wiley.
2 Bean, R., 2004, Lighting: Interior and Exterior, Oxford: Architectural Press.
3 Browne, M Neil, 1991, Asking the right questions : a guide to critical thinking, Prentice-Hall.
4 Deplazes, A., (ed), 2005 Constructing Architecture, Basel, Birkhauser.
5 Ferguson, I., 1989, Buildability in Practice, London, Mitchell Publishing.
6 Holgate, A. (1997), The art of structural engineering: the work of Jorg Schlaich and his team, Stuttgart, Edition Axel Menges.
7 Templeton, D., (ed), 1997, Acoustics in the built environment: advice for the Design Team, 2nd ed. Oxford: Architectural Press.
8 MacDonald, A. J., 2000, Structure and Architecture, 2nd ed. Oxford: Architectural Press.

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