The Building Technology Structures I module introduces the learner to the theories, principles and application of building construction and structural engineering. It provides the learner with a foundation knowledge and understanding of building technology, and how structure, material, and technology inform building construction. This module comprises the two related themes: Building Technology and Structures.
The Building Technology theme aims to provide the learner with an understanding of the range of construction materials commonly used in contemporary building. The lecture course exposes students to the factors affecting material selection as well as the properties and typical uses of common building materials, using case- study of exemplary contemporary architecture.
In parallel, the Structures theme aims to introduce the learner to the role of structure in the realisation of architectural buildings and provides the learner with an understanding of the structural properties of common building materials. The component also aims to provide the learner with an understanding of the basics of mechanics utilising built case studies.
Building Technology
* Common construction materials; brick, stone, concrete, glass, metals and timber
* Material selection for architects- envrionmental, design and cost implications of material choices.
* Structural application of common building materials.
* Case Studies of material use in contemporary architectural projects.
Structures
* Structural mechanics & equations of statics
* Forces and loading
* External Equilibrium & Internal equilibrium
* Material behaviour and Mechanical properties of materials
* Mechanisms of force transfer: Tension and Compression and associated structural forms
Lectures- 2 x 1 hour weekly Building Technology and Structures lectures (24 hour lectures)
In class worksheets
Group and individual studio projects
On-line video tutorials
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 60 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 40 |