Awards

Target Award

Award Description:Bachelor of Science with Honours - BSH

Alternative Exit

Alternative Exit

Accreditation

Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)

Programme Offerings

Full-Time

F2F-JMU-SEP

Sandwich Year Out

F2F-JMU-SEP

Educational Aims of the Course

Overall the programme aims to provide students with knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the architectural technology discipline appropriate to first degree level. Architectural Technology, as the technology of architecture, encompasses knowledge and understanding which underpins the design of buildings and structures; the programme aims to involve students in an intellectually stimulating experience of learning and studying which instils a sense of enthusiasm and passion for architectural technology. Specific programme aims are as follows: To provide students with knowledge of fundamental scientific and technological principles and their application to the analysis and solution of technical design problems in architecture. To equip students with detailed technical knowledge of the fundamental principles of good design and construction practice. To ensure students apply the principles of inclusive design to projects and processes. To expand and enhance students research, communication and intellectual skills and analytical ability. To provide students with the ability to apply current information technology, including building information modelling, to the design and construction process. To develop skills to ensure that the graduate will operate within a sound Health and Safety framework as provided by the regulatory framework of the industry. To produce graduates who can work effectively both independently and as a member of a collaborative team. To provide graduates with the required foundation for a career as a professional architectural technologist that is in line with professional body requirements. For students undertaking a placement year, an additional aim is to provide students with an extended period of work experience with an approved employer that will complement their academic programme of study, and enable students to develop professional skills relevant for a career in architectural technology.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Review and evaluate the context, and the political, economic, environmental, social and technological aspects that inform and influence the practice of architectural technology nationally and internationally.
2.
Apply critical understanding and evaluation of the impact of climate change on the technical design and construction of buildings in contrasting environments.
3.
Produce architectural drawings including 2D & 3D drawings and virtual models in accordance with industry standards.
4.
Manage resources and demonstrate effective time management skills in working independently to meet deadlines.
5.
Apply research design knowledge and skills to collect, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information and data as part of a major independent research project.
6.
Work effectively as a member of a collaborative project group.
7.
Communicate effectively via different methods including written reports, architectural and construction drawings and verbal presentations.
8.
Evaluate the ethical expectations and conduct requirements of an Architectural Technologist in professional practice.
9.
Apply problem solving skills to generate detailed design solutions that respond to familiar and unfamiliar situations.
10.
Complete a sustainable and inclusive design project, systematic review or systematic case study, informed by current and critical understanding of sustainable technologies and inclusive design requirements.
11.
Recognise and critically evaluate the performance of building elements, components, systems, and methods to be used for different building typologies.
12.
Analyse current topics and practices which inform the discipline of architectural technology, including new and emerging technologies.
13.
Identify and evaluate the requirements for effective design management, project procurement and contract management to implement successful building and refurbishment projects.
14.
Analyse and evaluate projects from a health and safety perspective to identify potential hazards and risks; and develop and maintain safe systems of work in accordance with relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks.
15.
Synthesise knowledge and skills to work independently and as a member of a team identifying personal development needs and to plan to meet these needs through relevant and appropriate methods.
16.
Apply critical understanding and empathy of the principles and processes that deliver an inclusive environment recognising the diversity of user needs by putting people (of all ages and abilities) at the heart of the design process.

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Teaching sessions include lectures and tutorials; workshop sessions in a classroom or PC-lab; participation in a group project; and field work on organized site visits. Assessment methods include: design projects carried out over a prolonged period; reports and assignments prepared to a defined timetable to assess knowledge and understanding of a topic, and communication, analytical and presentation skills; examination and online tests under timed conditions requiring written essays and/or multiple-choice questions to assess knowledge base, understanding and analytical skills; oral presentations to assess communication skills and individual / group project work; graphical presentations in a variety of media formats, including the production of posters; portfolios containing architectural drawings relating to design projects; work placement report (if applicable).

Opportunities for work related learning

The programme offers a work placement year, providing a work-based learning opportunity for students studying the programme in sandwich mode. The programme has active links with industry and involves employers in the project-based modules at levels 4, 5 and 6. Real world case studies and project scenarios are used wherever possible. For example Level 4 students typically meet built environment professionals on-site to help contextualise passive design theory with practice. To support Level 6 students for the Advanced Design Project site visits are organised for precedent studies to help inform designs, and visiting speakers from industry will be invited to meet the students. The programme also has active links with the professional body and typically students at Levels 4 and 6 will benefit from an organised professional body meeting, to help prepare students for professional practice and employment.

Programme Structure

Programme Structure Description

The programme is offered on a full-time and sandwich basis. Entry to the course can be at level 4 or level 5 for suitably qualified candidates and exceptionally entry to level 6 can also be achieved. The programme will offer the opportunity of 60 credits of study abroad at Level … For more content click the Read More button below.

Structure

Entry Requirements

A levels

Access awards

BTECs

GCSEs and equivalents

IELTS

International Baccalaureate

Irish awards

OCR Cambridge Technical

UCAS points

HECoS Code(s)

(CAH13-01) architecture, building and planning