Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Module Offerings
4540NCCG-JAN-PAR
4540NCCG-SEP-PAR
4540NCCG-SEP_NS-PAR
Aims
This module will introduce the different technologies used for construction from planning to completion. It will generate an understanding of the different characteristics and design considerations to be considered when selecting the most suitable technological solution. Students will consider adaptations and recycling, and give consideration to the environmental impact of construction projects. On successful completion of this module students will be able to analyse situations and select appropriate construction technology.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Explain construction technology terminology
2.
Identify different techniques used to construct substructures and superstructures and review their function and design selection criteria
3.
Describe the different types of technology used in the support of buildings
4.
Illustrate the supply and distribution of building services
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Types of construction activity: Low, medium and high-rise buildings, domestic buildings, commercial buildings
Construction technology terminology
Construction information: Drawings, specification, schedules, CAD, Building Information Modelling (BIM).
Sustainability: Supply chain Lifecycle
Pre-design studies: Desk-top, Site Reconnaissance, Direct Soil Investigation techniques.
Substructure functions and design considerations: Different methods for gathering disturbed and undisturbed samples, influence of soil type, loads and trees on foundation design,
Types of foundations
Types of superstructure
Walls, Roofs & Floors
Site remediation and de-watering
Substructure works: Basement construction: steel sheet piling, concrete diaphragm walls, coffer dams, caissons, culverts.
Superstructure works: Reinforced concrete work: formwork, reinforcement, fabrication, concrete, steel.
Primary service supply
Services distribution
Services accommodation