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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Integrative Studies 2 - Architectural Technology
Reference SU2011 Version 7
Created July 2021 SCQF Level SCQF 8
Approved July 2002 SCQF Points 30
Amended September 2021 ECTS Points 15

Aims of Module
To provide the student with the ability to integrate and consolidate knowledge and understanding from studies conducted throughout Stages 1 and 2.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Interpret and develop a design brief which includes resolution of functional and technical issues.
2 Produce design solutions which synthesise the requirements of the brief.
3 Illustrate design solutions using a range of media including computer based techniques.
4 Identify design philosophy and justify by oral presentation.
5 Identify and apply, in a design project, the appropriate procurement method, health and safety and the standard form of contract.

Indicative Module Content
The module is based on the design of a low rise framed building in a rural context. Formulate appropriate design philosophy; research and development through generation analysis and critique of feasibility study; evaluate appropriate technologies; synthesis and presentation of solutions for project design and management including procurement methods, health and safety measures and standard forms of contract; individual and team working activities.

Module Delivery
This is a module predominantly involving practical work in relation to a project which may include, surveying, field and studio work, related lectures and tutorials, and where appropriate site visits. Directed study to core texts and resource material will be encouraged.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 90 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 210 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 300 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, 4, 5
Description: Assessment consists of a design project covering the following areas: brief development, research and development of a design, detail design, health and safety, project contract arrangements, oral, written and graphical communication of project. Assessment for group work, outline design and final design is through oral presentation supplemented by the submission of a project report/technical booklet containing all design data, design strategies, H&S and procurement by each individual.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
The overall module grade is based on 100% weighting of Component 1 (project). An overall minimum grade D is required to pass the module. Non-submission will result in an NS grade.
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
Prerequisites for Module SU1025 Integrative Studies 1 - Architectural Technology.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
Where appropriate mixed discipline team working will be encouraged.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 There is no separate reading programme for this module. The core bibliography cited in the other Stage II modules will provide the supporting reading material.

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