Module Details

Module Code: PROJ C3G03
Module Title: Integrated Construction Technology Project
Title: Integrated Construction Technology Project
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Eoin Homan
Module Author:: Anthony Dempsey
Domains:  
Module Description: To provide the student with the opportunity to apply and develop the knowledge and skills learned on the programme to solve construction problems, and in doing so extend the student’s experience in problem solving, communication, teamwork, project management and construction technology.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 to develop problem solving abilities by identifying the problem/s and proposing both standard and innovative built environment solutions for a realistic development / re-development projects
LO2 to develop critical thinking by evaluating the proposed solutions in terms of time, cost, quality, safety and compliance with legislation / regulations
LO3 to apply technical knowledge and skills from other programme modules to the proposed solutions including the application of BIM where appropriate.
LO4 to develop project, time management, project reporting, report writing, presentation, peer evaluation and project defence skills in completing the research project
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Creativity & Problem Solving
a) Generating Creative Ideas; b) Key Principles for Encouraging Creativity; c) Linking Problems & Solutions; d) Defining Problems; e) Problem Solving; f) Evaluating and Selecting Ideas in a Group;
Critical Thinking
a) Interpreting express and implied meanings; b) Thinking logically; c) Formulating problems clearly and precisely; d) Gathering and assessing relevant information ; e) Using abstract ideas to interpret it effectively; f) Coming to well-reasoned conclusions and solutions ; g) Testing conclusions & solutions against relevant criteria and standards; h) Recognizing and assessing assumptions, implications, and practical consequences ; i) Communicating effectively with others in figuring out solutions to complex problems;
Working in Teams
a) Purpose and value of teams; b) When teams are appropriate and when they are not; c) Team formation and operation; d) Dealing with Extrovert / Introvert team members; e) Phases of team building & understanding negative team processes; f) Team conflict resolution; g) Team talent management; h) Effective evaluation techniques; i) Application of team building activities
Outline Project Brief
a) Teams of 3/4 students; b) Outline proposals for development / re-development of a property; c) Promote competition between teams; d) Team proposals evaluated on basis of technical feasibility, innovation and economic feasibility
Personal Development
a) Time Management b) Presentation Skills c) Interview Skills d) Academic / technical writing skills
Building Information Modelling Assistance
Use of BIM to support the Integrated Construction Technology Project
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Project100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 100
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
In groups of 3/4, students to be issued with 3 of the indicative options below.

Project 1 - Options for Piling Selection (2,500 word report) (10 minute presentation)
Project 2 - Options for Building Base Selection (2,500 word report) (10 minute presentation)
Project 3 - Options for Walls, Floors Selection (2,500 word report) (10 minute presentation)
Project 4 - Options for Upper Floors Selection (2,500 word report) (10 minute presentation)
Project - Options for Roof Selection (2,500 word report) (10 minute presentation)
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 4.00 48
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 8.00 96
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Arthur VanGundy. (2005), 101 activities for teaching creativity and problem solving, Pfeiffer, San Francisco, [ISBN: 0787974021].
  • Gary S. Topchik. (2007), The first-time manager's guide to team building, AMACOM, New York, [ISBN: 0814474292].
  • Martin Cohen.. (2015), Critical thinking skills for dummies, Chichester; John Wiley & Sons, LTD, [ISBN: 9781118924723].
  • edited by Bev Nutt and Peter McLennan. (2000), Facility management, Blackwell Science, Oxford, [ISBN: 0632057971].
  • Richard Nicholls, Keith Hall (Editor). (2008), Green Building Bible: v. 2, Green Building Press, p.290, [ISBN: 189813006X].
  • A. A. Kwakye. Construction project administration in practice, Longman [co-published with] the Chartered Institute of Building, Harlow, [ISBN: 0582294614].
  • Kathy O. Roper, Richard P. Payant.. (2014), The facility management handbook, New York, N.Y; American Management Association, p.viii, 675 :, [ISBN: 0814432158].
  • McNicholl & Lewis.. Green Design, Sustainable Buildings for Ireland.
  • Dept of Environment.. Technical Guidance Documents.
  • Chuck Eastman, Paul Teicholz, Rafael Sacks, Kathleen Liston. (2011), BIM Handbook, 2nd edition. Wiley, p.632, [ISBN: 9780470541371].
  • Ryan Duell, Tobias Hathorn, Tessa Reist Hathorn. (2015), Autodesk Revit Architecture 2016 Essentials, 1 edition. Sybex, p.400, [ISBN: 1119059887].
  • Don Bokmiller, Simon Whitbread, Daniel Morrison. (2014), Mastering Autodesk Revit MEP 2015, 1 edition. ; Wiley-Sybex, San Francisco, p.792, [ISBN: 1118871154].
  • Jason Dodds, Scott Johnson. (2012), Mastering Autodesk Navisworks 2013, 1 edition. Sybex, p.576, [ISBN: 1118281713].
  • Alison Kwok, Walter Grondzik. (2011), The Green Studio Handbook, Second Edition, 2nd edition. Architectural Press, p.424, [ISBN: 9780080890524].
  • Simon Whitbread. (2015), Mastering Autodesk Revit MEP 2016, 1 edition. Sybex, p.816, [ISBN: 1119059372].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Electro-Technical Council of Ireland. National Rules for Electrical Installations.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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