Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Tutorial
Module Offerings
5502ICPDQS-SEP-PAR
Aims
Aim(s) of the module is to introduce modern building construction technology, forms of buildings structures, building structural element design, internal special planning, finishing & related services and to demonstrate an understanding of environmental friendly building design principles to meet regulatory standards. This module focuses on the technology of low-rise & multi-storey residential, commercial & institutional buildings designed for both private and public use.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Identify & explain the technology of various types & forms of civil engineering structures & principles of structural planning, designing & integration.
2.
Demonstrate the knowledge on the use of specifications and standards for civil engineering works of various types of civil engineering structures.
3.
Appraise the principles of various structural designs & elements to achieve functional requirements of various types of civil engineering structures.
4.
Examine various problems & complexities of civil engineering design & integration and alternative design solutions to overcome such complexities.
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Note: Tutor must address below indicative content applies to various type of buildings such as low-rise & multi-storey
residential/commercial & institutional buildings designed for both private and public use;
Site evaluation and investigation for foundation design
Steel form of structures: Introduction to concrete structural elements
Concrete form of structures: Introduction to concrete structural elements
Effects of seismic forces and seismic resistance design of foundations
Foundation types: Shallow and Deep
Components of services: HVAC, Electrical systems and distribution, Mechanical transportation, Fire safety, Disposal systems (Sanitary & Solid waste)
Building service integration
Introduction to Standard material specifications (BS Codes/ Euro Code)
Building external works: Installation of exterior glazing & claddings, access road, landscape work (Hard & Soft)
Landscape design: Basic principles of Softscape and Hardscape
Eco-friendly & low energy building designs, environmental systems and controls
LEED green rating system: Introduction to green rating criteria