The Professional Studies - Placement Support module will provide the learner with experience in the application of construction technologies in the building design process, and in the preparation of the documentation and drawings necessary to meet the requirements of regulation and legislation and industry systems.
With the guidance of academic and office mentoring, the module aims to support the learner in developing a deeper understanding of the capacity required of an Architectural Technologist to be able to respond to and progress an architectural design through the application and integration of technologies, materials, structural and environmental design criteria, building regulations, health and safety, codes & standards, working both as an individual and as part of a team.
In the week prior to the formal commencement of the placement period, the learner is introduced to the professional context through a series of professional development lectures outlining the legislative, regulatory and contractual context within which the construction industry operates, the composition and operation of the design team, the relative roles of the architect, architectural technologist, structural engineer, mechanical & electrical engineer, quantity surveyor and other design consultants.
Planning
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History of planning and development control in Ireland (Planning & Development Acts, Planning & Development Regulations 1963 - present)
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Form and content of a planning application
Building Control
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Building Control Act and Regulations 1990 - present
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Introduction to the TGD's in practice and an example of the contents of a compliance report
Project and Quality Management
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Management of design process; Management of construction process.
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ISO 9001, ISO 14001, Standard Forms and Templates, CAD standards, Document Control in an architectural setting.
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Information production programme
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Technical drawings/Specification/Schedules/ Document register/Quality control.
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Architectural design process: outline, scheme, planning, detailed design building regulations, production information, review and audit
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Production information, drawings, specifications, design team, design coordination, technical coordination and checking, cost control / Bill of Quantities, H&S provisions
Health and Safety
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Health and Safety legislation
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Principles of Prevention
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Statutory Roles and responsibilities under SHWW Act 2005.
Professional Roles
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Design team information and communication on site
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Contractors team information and communication
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Presentation skills (verbal and graphical)
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Understanding the requirement for CPD
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Engagement with employer and professional colleagues in working environment
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Working on own initiative
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Working within a team
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Execution of tasks as directed on work projects
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Web and cloud-based dialogue with mentor and fellow learners during weeks 1-12
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Self-directed learning during work and outside placement hours
| Module Content & Assessment | |
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |