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Module Title | |||
Introduction To Building Design | |||
Reference | SU1001 | Version | 8 |
Created | May 2017 | SCQF Level | SCQF 7 |
Approved | July 2005 | SCQF Points | 15 |
Amended | September 2017 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
Aims of Module | |||
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To provide the student with the ability to recognise the factors which shape the design of simple low-rise, domestic scale buildings. |
Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
1 | Explain building design principles and practice. |
2 | Identify and develop design scenarios for the application and testing of functional spaces. |
3 | Demonstrate an awareness of basic theoretical and contextual issues through studio based tasks and projects by applying fundamental aspects of space, scale, regulations, principles, and environment in a design response. |
4 | Recognise that design is a collaborative activity. |
Indicative Module Content |
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Factors affecting design, climate, microclimate, topography, infrastructure, social and economic; Buildings in time and place, site analysis; human factors, comfort, anthropometrics and ergonomics; Design principles, process and practice,Regulations, whole building, skeleton, skin and internal environment; Team-working activities. |
Module Delivery |
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This is a lecture based module supplemented with practical work, which includes site visits, fieldwork and studio activity. Directed study to core texts and resource material will be encouraged. |
Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
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Contact Hours | 53 | N/A |
Non-Contact Hours | 97 | 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, 4 |
Description: | Project based coursework based on group work and individual components. Coursework submitted as a portfolio comprising graphic content and physical models. |
MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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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 | |
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Prerequisites for Module | None, in addition to course entry requirements |
Corequisites for module | None. |
Precluded Modules | None. |
ADDITIONAL NOTES |
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Where appropriate mixed discipline team working will be encouraged |
INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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1 | Littlefield, D., 2012, Metric Handbook [electronic resource],4th edition: Routledge. |
2 | Sassi, P., 2006, Strategies for Sustainable Architecture [electronic resource]:Taylor & Francis Ltd. |
3 | Borer P. and Harris C., 2005, The Whole House Book, 2nd edition: Centre for Alternative Technology. |
4 | Baden-Powell, C. 2011. Architect's pocket book [electronic resource],4th edition: Taylor & Francis Ltd. |
5 | Scottish Government. Technical Handbooks. Scottish Government. |