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School:
School of Arts and Humanities
Credit Rating:
20
Level (including FHEQ):
F (FHEQ Level 4)
Graded or Non Graded:
Graded
Version Valid From:
2022-06-01
Module Leader:
Ezri Hayat
Version Number
2023.01
Learning Methods
Lecture
Supervised Time in Studio/Workshop
Tutorial and Project Supervision
Guided Independent Study
Professional Body Requirements
Architects Registration Board
Royal Institute of British Architects
Synopsis
This module introduces three parallel strands of Architectural Technology:
Structures
Through an exploration of structural equilibrium and the assessment of stress and deformation in simple elements the module will discuss the properties of building materials and the implications for element design. An introduction to civil engineering and groundworks.
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Common materials, assemblies and construction techniques used to achieve safe, environmentally sound and aesthetic constructions will be explained and exemplified. Common failures in materials and assemblies will be highlighted.
Environmental Design
A building’s fabric and services combine to create an internal environment that the occupants find comfortable and pleasurable. This extends to physiological (and psychological), thermal, visual and acoustic comfort, and the health and well being of the occupants. You will consider how responsive design (both passive and interactive) can be utilised to provide the internal conditions necessary for comfort.
All of the above topics will be considered in relation to sustainable design necessary for protecting internal, local and global environments for both current and future generations.
Learning Strategy
A combination of lectures, tutorials, videos, workshops and site visits will be used.
You will also carry out student centred learning involving the reading of specific articles or sections of books related to each lecture. Wider reading will also be encouraged.
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Outline Syllabus
The following topics will be introduced in this module:
Structures:
Simple structural systems, forces, loading, & equilibrium.Plastic and elastic stress, strain, deformation of axially loaded elements.Simple framed structures in timber, steel and concrete (their stability and factors to be considered in elemental design).The use of basic structural elements singly or … For more content click the Read More button below.
Building Fabric Design:
Basic properties and processes of manufacture of materials:Timber, glass, plastics, stone, concrete, metals, resins, fibres, paints and films.Basic principles: Keeping buildings warm and dry.Basic assemblies, components, fixings and systems: Windows and doors, glazed assemblies, ties and straps, glues, tapes and sealants.Simple foundation design: Concrete strip footings, trench fill, raft foundations.
Environmental Design:
Design for diverse climates. Architectural form and the vernacular response.Thermal comfort and its provision using bioclimatic design and low energy design methods.Visual comfort and its provision using natural lighting design and artificial lighting design.Aural comfort and its provision by envelope design and internal acoustics.The building envelope as a means of improving thermal, aural and visual, aural environmentsHuman interaction, usability and user centred design.Intelligent and passive design strategies as a means of optimising, improving and enhancing visual, aural and thermal environments
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
be able to demonstrate knowledge of the basic site investigations, structural elements of buildings and an understanding of the use of equilibrium to evaluate member forces and hence stresses and deformations in axially loaded elements.
2.
be able to demonstrate a knowledge of construction processes and the basic principles, elements and techniques of good construction detailing and material specification.
3.
be able to understand the physiological, psychological and environmental parameters necessary for comfort and how humans interact with their environment in its perception and control.
4.
be able to demonstrate a knowledge of a range of passive and interactive environmental options available to provide an acceptable internal environment.
5.
be able to recognise basic issues of sustainability in connection with use and specification of materials, assemblies and systems.
6.
be able to make decisions regarding structural systems, material specification and detailing and appropriateness of alternative choices in environmental design strategies relating to the design of simple architectural constructions.
7.
be able to research and explore a range of interconnected issues.
Formative Assessment
Assessment 1: In-Class Test
Assessment 2: Written assignment (coursework)
Summative Assessment
Assessment 1: In-Class Test
Assessment 2: Portfolio
Assessment Criteria
To pass the module each piece of coursework must achieve at least a 40% pass mark for the BA(Hons) Architecture and the BA(Hons) Architecture (International) students.
Understanding of basic principles of structural systems. Exploration of structural forms and structural properties of materials (Structures) . Understanding of building systems. Exploration of … For more content click the Read More button below.