| CODE | CVE5611 | ||||||||
| TITLE | Architectural Technology 1 | ||||||||
| UM LEVEL | 05 - Postgraduate Modular Diploma or Degree Course | ||||||||
| MQF LEVEL | 7 | ||||||||
| ECTS CREDITS | 5 | ||||||||
| DEPARTMENT | Civil and Structural Engineering | ||||||||
| DESCRIPTION | This study-unit focuses on the impact of structural systems and construction processes on the process of architectural design. It will explore structural form, (also by making reference to nature, as in biomimetics), form-finding, and structural behaviour, using models and experiment, to offer a qualitative understanding of structural behaviour and design of structures such as light-weight structures, large span structures, high-rise structures, flexible structures, tensegrity structures, etc. The study-unit will also explore alternative methods of project delivery, including flexible formwork, or industrialized systems of construction. Study-unit Aims: The aim of the study-unit is to offer students engaged in contemporary and innovative design a better understanding of structural form and behaviour, and of contemporary building systems, including prefabrication, standardisation, modules and grids, in so far as will inform the design process. The study-unit also aims to explore building envelopes and enclosures, in so far as they are an integral part of the structural system. Learning Outcomes: 1. Knowledge & Understanding: By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - Explain the significance of structural form, and deduce structural behaviour from the structure's geometry; - Synthesize the impact of properties of construction materials, such as concrete, steel and glass, and innovative means of fabrication and use, on contemporary architectural practice; - Summarize the assembly processes for building envelopes, including cladding, facade elements, etc.; - Discuss the role of computer controlled assembly processes. 2. Skills: By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - Select the appropriate structural form to fulfill the requirements of the proposed building; - Design the production processes for special elements in concrete, steel and glass; - Specify the main assembly characteristics for the facade elements of a building. Main Text/s and any supplementary readings: - Silver, P., McLean, W., Evans, P., (2013), Structural Engineering for Architects: A Handbook, Laurence King Publishing. - Millais, M., (2005) Building Structures, from Concepts to Design, Spon Press. - Salvadori, M., (1987), Why Buildings Stand Up, WW Norton & Company. - Salvadori, M., (1987), Why Buildings Fall Down, WW Norton & Company. - Levy, M., Salvadori, M., (2005), Structure as Architecture, Charleson, A.W., Elsevier. - Hanaor, A., (1998), Principles of Structures, Blackwell Science. - Engel, H., Hatje C., (2007), Structure Systems, 3rd ed. - Sutherland, Lyall, (2002), Masters of Structures: Engineering Today’s Innovative Buildings, Laurence King Publishing. - Tony Hunt’s Structures Notebook, (2002) Architectural Press. - Tony Hunt’s Second Sketchbook, (2002) Architectural Press. - Staib, G., Dorrhofer, A., Rosenthal, M., (2008), Components and Systems: Modular Construction, Design, Structure, New Technologies. |
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| STUDY-UNIT TYPE | Lecture, Independent Study and Practical | ||||||||
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| LECTURER/S | John Valentino |
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The availability of optional units may be subject to timetabling constraints. Units not attracting a sufficient number of registrations may be withdrawn without notice. It should be noted that all the information in the description above applies to study-units available during the academic year 2024/5. It may be subject to change in subsequent years. |
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