Module Details

Module Code: LAWS
Module Title: Practice and Legislation 1
Title: Practice and Legislation 1
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Eoin Homan
Module Author:: Margaret Doyle-Hughes
Domains:  
Module Description: The aims of this module are :

• To familiarise students with the implications of the Building Control Act and the Building Regulations, so that they can incorporate these requirements into Studio 2 projects and demonstrate compliance.
• To familiarise students with’ legal minimum’ and ‘best practice’ approaches to their Studio 2 projects
• To familiarise learners with the Planning and Development Control processes and relevant legislation
• To introduce learners to the process initiated by SI 9/BC(A)R 2014, and other relevant legislation
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Apply the Building Regulations to a small or medium scale timber construction project
LO2 Undertake a DAC/Accessiblity audit of an existing building
LO3 Demonstrate familiarity with the BC(A)R Building Control process
LO4 Demonstrate familiarity with the Planning process and prepare documentation for a basic Planning Application for a small to medium scale construction 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
6670 BUIL H2503 Technical Design & Detailing II
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Overview
The Building Control Act & Regulations and the Technical Guidance Documents, both in general and as they apply to Studio 2 studio projects. The Building Control Processes, as established under current legislation, e.g. SI 9/BC(A)R 2014, and with reference to Disability Access Certificate applications and Dwelling Energy Assessment Procedure analysis. The Planning & Development Control processes, including Planning Applications and Exempted Development
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Project40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Full Time

No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Continuous Assessment Projects: 40%

• Legislation Project assignments:
to assess general understanding of Building Regulations as applied to Studio 2 buildings
• Practice Project assignments: to assess general understanding of Architectural Practice
Overall breakdown:
Building Legislation/Regulations (2/3)
Architectural Practice (1/3)
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Final Examination : 60%
Overall breakdown:
Building Legislation/Regulations (2/3)
Architectural Practice (1/3)
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

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
Lecture Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 4.00 48
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 6.50 78
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Butler, John Trevor.. (1988), Elements of Administration for Building Students Stanley Thornes Cheltenham.
  • BS 5588. BS 5588 Fire Precautions in the Design, Construction and use of B Part 1 1990: Code Of Practice for Residential Buildings Part 3 1983:Code of Practice for Office Buildings Part 6 1991: Code of Practice for Places of Assembly Part 10: Code of practice fo.
  • Approved Documents. UK, England & Wales.
  • Chappell, David and Willis, Andrew. (2010), : The Architect in Practice, 10th edition. Wiley and Blackwell.
  • Walker, Andrew. (2007), Project Management in Construction, 5th. Blackwell Publishing.
  • Aqua Group Guide to Procurement, tendering and Contract Administration, : Blackwell Publishing,.
  • Chappell, David. (2008), Standard letters in Architectural Practice, Architectural Press.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • BS. BS 9999, BS.
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • RIAI. Standard of Knowledge, Skill and Competence for Practice as an Architectural Technologist 2010.
  • CIAT. Code of Conduct.
Other Resources
Discussion Note: