Module Details

Module Code: PRAC
Module Title: Studio 3
Title: Studio 3
Module Level:: 7
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Eoin Homan
Module Author:: Dan O'Sullivan (00160)
Domains:  
Module Description: • To provide learners with opportunities to apply & integrate knowledge gained in the other modules • To assist learners in developing a comprehensive knowledge of the building fabric for commercial & framed/clad buildings • To continue to introduce learners, through site visits & invited speakers, to leading edge issues in contemporary architectural technology • To bring to a high level and confirm amongst learners the necessary approach for a technical architectural designer, including consideration and synthesis of construction, legislative, environmental and sustainability issues and to ensure that this approach is consistently applied through research & brief analysis, consideration of options and clear presentation of preferred solutions • To prepare learners for working life and/or further study and to bring to a high level and confirm amongst learners working methods that encourage lifelong learning & development
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 • Research & apply case studies and the latest construction & building services strategies to provide a low environmental impact building, employing appropriate materials, systems & strategies in a holistic manner, including documenting this research in a Technical Report
LO2 • Prepare detailed design proposals to apply and assess compliance with the Building Regulations, particularly Parts B, K, L, & M
LO3 • Prepare & present architectural technology work with a high level of graphical, verbal & written communication skills, both manual & software based
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
No indicative content
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
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
• Formative assessment given through one-to-one reviews/tutorials and group/class ‘crits’ & reviews • Group & individual presentations • Structured marking of projects, involving allocation of marks for: - Research - Consideration of options/sketch work - Final drawings, details
& specifications
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
Reassessment Description
Learners may submit additional project work for marking and for the consideration of the Autumn Exam Board, providing they have achieved a minimum of 35% in their initial submission.

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
Practicals Contact Project 12 Weeks per Stage 10.00 120
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 12.00 144
Total Weekly Contact Hours 10.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • C Baden-Powell, J Hetreed, A Ross. Architect's Pocket Book.
  • Longman. Mitchell’s Building Series.
  • A McNicholl; J Owen Lewis; OPW. Green Design: Sustainable Building for Ireland.
  • Dept of the Environment. Building Regulations: Technical Guidance Documents.
  • Emap Ltd. The Architect’s Journal Working Detail Series.
  • D Adler. Metric Handbook.
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • The Architect’s Journal - Emap Ltd.
  • DETAIL Magazine - Institut für internationale Architektur Dokumentation GmbH + Co. KG.
  • The Architectural Review - Emap Ltd.
  • Architecture Ireland.
  • RIBA Journal.
  • Domus.
  • Abitare.
  • Japan Architect.
Other Resources
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