Course Title: Advanced Construction Technology (Commercial)
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Advanced Construction Technology (Commercial)
Credit Points: 12
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BUIL1124 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Constr & Proj Mgt |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2006,
Sem 2 2007, Sem 2 2008, Sem 2 2009, Sem 2 2010 |
Course Coordinator: Mark Vines
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 99252230
Course Coordinator Email:pcpmug@student.action.edu.au
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
Course Description
This course reviews the technology of highrise buildings from the ground up. This is a continuation from BUIL1118 Construction Technology (commercial), but is not a pre requisite. This course also includes an introductory section to ‘renovations’ in domestic and commercial buildings.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
At the conclusion of this course, students will be familiar with the technology of major construction as outlined in the listed topic headings. Students will be able to describe, analyse, compare and evaluate the technology of highrise construction and be aware of some of the problems that can be associated with poor management of construction projects.
Students will also become familiar with some renovation techniques used in refurbishment and extension type works.
Capabilities
This course will enable students to explain how highrise buildings are constructed, and exhibit logical, rational and resourceful thinking when reviewing alternative techniques.
Students will also be able to appreciate works required in refurbishing certain types of buildings.
The specific graduate capabilities that will be addressed, further developed and refined in this course are:
1. Reflective practice
An ability to:-
1.1 reflect on the actions and outcomes of professional practice, and the contribution made to personal and professional practice, the strategies of the employer, and the goals and aspirations of clients and the community.
1.2 to seek further knowledge and understanding as part of life-long learning.
2. Evidence based practice
An ability to:-
2.1 identify a problem.
2.2 defend actions and outcomes logically, coherently and with reference to the techniques and methods used in practice.
2.3 put professional practice into a global context, adopting appropriate international best practices and standards at all times.
2.4 achieve an internationally recognised qualification through accreditation by leading international professional bodies appropriate to the stream studied.
2.5 adapt to changing methods, technology, practice and contexts.
3. Problem diagnosis and solving
An ability to:-
3.1 resolve problems using sound problem-solving methodologies.
3.2 synthesise knowledge with professional experience to produce the best outcomes when faced with problems.
3.5 work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to positively contribute to professional outcomes.
4. Communication
An ability to:-
4.1 communicate with a wide range of clients, authorities, professionals and other stakeholders.
4.2 ask appropriate questions in a manner that is understood by the other person, listen to, and use, the answer to properly and professionally inform the outcome or path of action chosen.
1.3 receive and synthesise information, from a wide range of people, to achieve an informed outcome.
5. Strategic thinking and action
An ability to:-
5.1 adopt a professional attitude to thinking through problems, evaluating alternative actions and adopting the most defensible strategy.
5.2 adopt a strategic view where problems are part of a larger system, and where feasible solutions must respect the future goals and aspirations of numerous stakeholders.
6. Socially aware and responsible practice
An ability to:-
6.2 apply appropriate practices and regulations in the work environment, including health and safety practices.
6.3 recognise and make informed judgments about the impact of professional practice on clients and the wider community.
6.4 recognise and deal with environmental, sustainable and cultural issues responsibly and ethically.
At the conclusion of this course, students will be familiar with the technology of major construction as outlined in the listed topic headings. Students will be able to describe, analyse, compare and evaluate the technology of highrise construction and be aware of some of the problems that can be associated with poor management of these constructions. This course will enable students to explain how highrise buildings are constructed, and exhibit logical, rational and resourceful thinking when reviewing alternative techniques.
Students will also become familiar with some renovation techniques used in refurbishment and extension type works.
Overview of Learning Activities
Students will examine each section of construction technology as per the learning program outline.
Students learning experiences include lectures with tutorials, site visits, streamed video clips and workbooks. Quizzes as part of the overall assessment will act as part of the learning experience with answers discussed straight after each quizz.
Overview of Learning Resources
As per list below.
Overview of Assessment
For any designated module in a course you must achieve:
• 50% overall,
• at least 40% in the assessment allocated to assignment work or class tests.
• at least 40% in assessment allocated to examinations
If you fail a module, designated by the course guide, you will be deemed to have failed the whole course and will have to repeat it.