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LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Lecture
Workshop

Module Offerings

5530BEKL-SEP-PAR

Aims

To undertake advanced building inspections through the systematic appraisal of building defects causing decay and deterioration, in order to propose remediation solutions for commercial buildings and organisations.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Common building defects relating to commercial buildings, including defects related to foundations, masonry, timber, metal, dampness. Building Inspections: Survey Procedures, Recording a Survey, Survey Reports. Building Services: Defects and inspections of drainage, water supply, heating and ventilation services, sick building syndrome. Selection criteria for remediation options including building refurbishment Building refurbishment and adaptation Building design in the context of proposed remediation options Method statements and risk assessments for building surveys and remedial works.
Additional Information:This module introduces students to the study of building defects their causes and remedial measures, and the application to different building uses and ownerships.

Assessments

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