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![]() | 2013/4 |
![]() | Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering |
![]() | 6 |
![]() | Masters UG & PG (FHEQ level 7) |
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Semester 2 |
![]() | EX 100% |
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Reassessment exam (where allowed by programme regulations) |
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![]() | Aims: To give a knowledge and understanding of the design and construction of building facades. Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of the unit, the student will be able to demonstrate: * an understanding of the various structural and environmental requirements of facades; * knowledge of the various methods used in facade construction, and of how they meet design requirements; * An ability to select appropriate facade engineering solutions to design problems. Skills: Intellectual skills * To understand taught material - taught Professional/Practical skills * Analytical and design skills related to the material covered - assessed Transferable/key skills * To communicate ideas verbally and in writing - facilitated and assessed. Content: Design principles * Windows, curtain walling, slope glazing, overcladding. Front sealed, drained and ventilated and pressure equalised systems. * Materials * Glass, aluminium, steel, PVC.U, G.R.P., G.R.C., bricks, natural stone, precast concrete, finishes, sealants, gaskets. * Performance criteria * Water penetration, air leakage, wind, thermal mass and insulation, condensation, acoustics, building movement, thermal movement, ventilation, fire, security, blast. * Specification and contracts * Nature of the industry, construction/manufacturing, specification, contracts, installation. * Detailing * Joints, anchorages, stick systems, panellised systems, untied systems, tolerances. |
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AR40416 is Compulsory on the following programmes:Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering
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