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Module Offerings

4601ICBTQS-APR-PAR

4601ICBTQS-MAR-PAR

4601ICBTQS-SEP-PAR

Aims

Aim of the module is to introduce modern building construction technology, forms of buildings structures, building structural element design, finishing, and understanding of regulatory standards. This module focuses on the technology of low-rise & multi-story residential, commercial & institutional buildings designed for both private and public use.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Identify the technologies used in different types of buildings, the forms of substructures and superstructures and the principles of planning and designing building structural elements
2.
Identify range of processes and techniques involved in the construction of the secondary elements and finishes of various types of buildings
3.
Identify and apply various legislative requirements for internal spatial planning and design development requirements of local authorities and regulatory bodies
4.
Identify and understand the usage and behavior of wide range of materials in various types and forms of buildings and material testing

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
Sub structural activities: Excavation, Earthwork support, Dewatering, Foundation types (Shallow & Deep), Screed,

Soil: Soil characteristics (Parent material, climate, vegetation, slope, time), Classification of soil (Granular & Cohesive) Soil Tests (Sieve Analysis Test, Hydrometer Analysis, Permeability Test, Sand Cone Test, Consolidation)

Loads acting in building (Live load, Dead load, Wind loads), Shear force / Bending moment

Super structural activities: Masonry works (Brick wall, block wall, Rubble works, Load bearing / Non load bearing, Bonds (English, Flemish, Common, Stretcher), partitions, Staircase, Railings (Handrails/ Guard rails, Balustrade)

Concrete: Properties of concrete, mixing of concrete, Vibration, Curing methods, Admixtures, Types of concrete, Concrete tests – Cube test

Roof, Doors and windows; Types of roof, Roofing materials, Roof plumbing, Parts of Roof, Door and Window types (materials)

Structural steel; Types of steel, H/I/ L Sections, C/U Channels, Joining methods

High rise building: Principles of Multi-Storey Construction, Reinforced Concrete frames and structural steel frames, Cladding, Suspended ceilings access floors.

Construction Materials properties & Tests; Timber, Stones, Bricks, Steel, Cement/ Concrete, Aggregate, New Construction Materials

Spatial Planning concept, Building Regulation (CDM/ UDA/ Disability Guideline, Fire Regulation)
Module Overview:
 

This module introduces the student to construction techniques associated with building types including building regulations and develops an understanding of the performance of buildings and the influence of materials and workmanship specification on performance.

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