Module Details
Module Code: |
DISS |
Module Title:
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Design Dissertation
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Title:
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Design Dissertation
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Module Level:: |
8 |
Module Coordinator: |
Eoin Homan
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Module Author:: |
Mark Duffy
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Module Description: |
1. To create an academic and technical document that is referenced and focused on the built environment and architectural technology. The dissertation is linked to the Studio 4 semester 1 and Studio 4 semester 2. Marks are allocated in both modules. 2. The knowledge of research methods appropriate in the practice of Architectural Technology to apply and extend their research knowledge and skills learned in the course to critically analyse and evaluate technical/technological design solutions to address specific issues related to the field of Architectural Technology 3. To demonstrate their ability to carry out independent research and development work and to gain experience at managing a substantive piece of research work. 4. To develop written and verbal communication skills for an academic research document. 5. Students should link and test the dissertation proposals in either one the studio projects Studio 4 semester 1 Studio 4 semester 2. To support your research investigations, students should test any findings/ observations by using calculations, tables, charts, graphs, statistics, drawings, sketches, and technical details.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
The ability to synthesize and integrate complex information in a precise and coherent manner to produce a technical report of professional standards |
LO2 |
To undertake systematic research and critical evaluation of the body of available technical information and evidence on a chosen subject to substantial depth. |
LO3 |
To search, select and critically assess literature and material relevant to a chosen area; |
LO4 |
to communicate effectively in writing a programme of work and, orally defend the research in a logical, precise and coherent manner; to demonstrate ability to exercise judgment, independent thought, initiative, intellectual achievement, understanding of the chosen subject matter, and the principles being applied to develop. |
LO5 |
Students should link and test your dissertation proposals in either one the studio projects Studio 4 semester 1 Studio 4 semester 2. To support your research investigations, students should test any findings/ observations by using calculations, tables, charts, graphs, statistics, drawings, sketches, and technical details. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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10506 |
PRAC |
Studio 4a |
10508 |
PRAC |
Studio 4b |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Dissertation overview
The aim of this dissertation is to produce a balanced academic discussion in well organised dissertation / technical report of up to 8000 words. The student is required to demonstrate her/his understanding & ability to analyse, reflect upon, synthesise, and discuss a specific topic/ subject/ technology associated with technical architectural design & the wider built environment in an academic context. The subject should be agreed with the course tutors. Choose a topic that enhances the built environment & that you are interested in. The chosen subject can be analysed from a variety of viewpoints including architectural positions, regulatory influences, technical & technological considerations, or influential projects to develop it into a well-illustrated technical design dissertation, containing the following elements:
• Literature review.
• Use of internal and external resources.
• Research element.
• Theoretical & technical analysis.
• Validation of new and emerging techniques that have been researched.
• Interpretation of results.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 10.00% |
Project | 90.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
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.
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Reassessment Description Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat submission of coursework. 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.
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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 |
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Contact |
lectures, demonstrations, presentations, one-to-one practical reviews/tutorials & project crits and presentations. Students present work to their peer group at various stages in the dissertation project. The presentation / crits provide students with direct feedback from teaching staff & fellow classmates. Students submit work & receive marked up feedback from tutors. The studio environment supports project-based learning to assist students to develop research skills to an advanced level. |
12 Weeks per Stage |
4.00 |
48 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
Students to work independently on the dissertation with the lecturer support and feedback. |
12 Weeks per Stage |
6.42 |
77 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Derek Swetnam. (1997), Writing Your Dissertation: How to Plan, Prepare and Present Your Work Successfully, How to Books Ltd, p.144, [ISBN: 1857034457].
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S. G. Naoum. (1998), Dissertation research and writing for construction students, Jordan Hill, Oxford, England ; Butterworth-Heinemann, 1998., [ISBN: 0750629886].
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Jonathan Anderson, Millicent Poole. (2001), Assignment and thesis writing, John Wiley & Sons, Milton, Qld., [ISBN: 0471421812].
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Richard Fellows and Anita Liu. (2003), Research methods for construction, Blackwell Science, Oxford, [ISBN: 0632064358].
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Roy Van Den Brink-Budgen. (1999), Critical Thinking for Students, 2nd edition. How to Books, p.96, [ISBN: 1857034481].
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This module does not have any other resources |
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