DCQ1023 Construction Technology 1

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POLYTECHNICS MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

COURSE : DCQ1023 CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 1

CREDIT(S) : 3

PRE-REQUISITE(S) : NONE

SYNOPSIS

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 1 course exposes student to the concept and the

basic principles of construction technology in building works. The course emphasizes

on piling works, work below lowest floor finish and structural frame. Students are given

information on the latest construction technology.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO)

Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to:

1. explain correctly the uses of basic construction materials in a building. (C2, PLO1)

2. explain clearly the construction of temporary structures, substructure works and

structural frame. (C3, PLO1)

3. demonstrate good communication skills in oral presentation on assigned topic(s)

within a stipulated time frame. (A3, PLO3)



SUMMARY (LECTURE : PRACTICAL)

SST RTA

1.0 BASIC CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

This topic explains the basic construction materials include types of brick and block, brick and block bonding, mortar, D.P.C, plastering layers, the concrete mixtures, methods to mix concrete, the characteristics of cement, types of local wood, wood drying, wood preservation, wood defects, the characteristics of steel as building components and types of non metal materials.

( 09 : 00 )

2.0 TEMPORARY STRUCTURES This topic covers the construction of temporary structures includes planking and strutting, formwork, scaffolding and shoring.

( 06 : 00 )

3.0 SUBSTRUCTURE WORKS This topic explains substructure works include types of pile and method of driving, comparison between friction and end bearing pile, advantages and disadvantages of pile, the construction of foundation, ground beam, ground floor slab, apron, perimeter drain, advantages and disadvantages of foundation.

( 12 : 00 )

4.0 STRUCTURAL FRAME This topic explains structural frame includes the construction, reinforcement works, formwork, advantages and disadvantages of In-Situ Concrete Structural Frame. This topic also explains the construction, comparison between concrete structural frame, pre cast concrete structural frame and timber structure frame, advantages and disadvantages of Pre Cast Concrete Structural Frame. Plus, this topic elaborates on the component of steel and timber structures, types of joint, selection factors related to cost, time and quality.

( 18 : 00 )

DEPENDENT LEARNING COURSEWORK ASSESSMENT (03)

RTA - Recommended Time Allocation SST – Suggested Sequence of Topics



SYLLABUS

1.0 BASIC CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

1.1 Understand the brickworks, blockworks and masonry.

1.1.1 Describe various types of common bricks, blocks and masonry. 1.1.2 Describe the characteristics of common bricks based on how

they are produced. 1.1.3 Explain the main principle in brick bonding and the terms used. 1.1.4 Differentiate between jointing and pointing. 1.1.5 Explain the purposes and types of jointing. 1.1.6 Explain the uses of bricks (other than wall) and their bonding. 1.1.7 Determine various types of mortar including their composition

and mixture ratio such as Lime mortar, Cement mortar, Compo mortar and Gypsum mortar.

1.1.8 Determine the meaning of D.P.C, their shapes and usage. 1.1.9 Define plastering and explain its function, types and the

materials used. 1.1.10 Identify various types of plastering layers.

1.2 Understand the composition in concrete mixture.

1.2.1 Determine the component of concrete includes, cement, sand, aggregate and water.

1.2.2 Determine the concrete mixture ratio and its usage. 1.2.3 Explain the methods to mix concrete. 1.2.4 Explain the use of additional material in a concrete mixture. 1.2.5 Describe types of testing used for concrete.

1.3 Understand types of local wood and their usage.

1.3.1 Classify hardwood 1.3.2 Classify medium hardwood 1.3.3 Classify light hardwood 1.3.4 Classify softwood

1.3.5 Explain plywood 1.3.6 Determine the types of wood treatment; wood drying and wood

preservation. 1.3.7 Describe the wood defects and their effects on wood/plank. 1.3.8 Explain the use of wood in a building.

1.4 Understand the characteristic of metal and non metal as building components. 1.4.1 Explain the steel building component. 1.4.2 Determine the types of joint in steel structures. 1.4.3 Explain the cross sectional shapes of steel frames used in

construction. 1.4.4 Describe the advantages of steel as a building structure. 1.4.5 Explain the different types of non metal materials include glass,

plastic, asbestos cement, fibreglass, bitumen and asphalt as building components.



2.0 TEMPORARY STRUCTURES 2.1 Understand the importance and usage of temporary structure.

2.1.1 Explain planking and strutting and its purposes in excavation works.

2.2 Illustrate the safety precaution in excavation works.

2.2.1 Determine the safety procedures in excavation works.

2.3 Understand the importance and usage of formwork. 2.3.1 Explain formwork and its purpose in concreting works. 2.3.2 Explain the materials used and its selection criteria. 2.3.3 Explain the importance of safety in assembling and dismantling

formwork.

2.4 Understand the importance and usage of scaffolding. 2.4.1 Explain the definition of scaffolding and its purpose. 2.4.2 Explain the materials used for scaffolding and its selection

criteria. 2.4.3 Explain various types of scaffolding.

2.5 Illustrate the safety precaution in erecting scaffolding.

2.5.1 Determine the safety procedures in erecting scaffolding.

2.6 Understand the usage of shoring. 2.6.1 Explain shoring and its purpose in renovation work. 2.6.2 Describe the materials used for shoring and its selection criteria. 2.6.3 Explain various types of shoring.

2.7 Illustrate the safety precaution in erecting shoring.

2.7.1 Determine the safety procedures in erecting shoring. 3 SUBSTRUCTURE WORKS

3.1 Understand piling works.

3.1.1 Describe piling types and the method of driving which are used in the construction of buildings a. Mangrove pile b. Timber pile c. Sheet pile d. Pre-cast concrete pile e. Bored pile

3.1.2 Determine types of piling to be used based on ground

conditions. 3.1.3 Compare between method of piling using friction and end

bearing pile. 3.1.4 Describe the advantages and disadvantages of each pile.

3.2 Understand the construction of foundation. 3.2.1 Describe the types and construction of foundation for building

a. Pad foundation / Pile Cap b. Raft foundation c. Strip foundation



3.2.1 Determine types of foundation to be used based on ground

conditions. 3.2.2 Compare between types and construction of foundation. 3.2.3 Describe the advantages and disadvantages of foundation.

3.3 Understand the construction of ground beam and ground floor slab.

3.3.1 Describe the construction of ground beam. 3.3.2 Describe the construction of ground floor slab and their

component: a. hardcore b. blinding c. damp proof membrane and waterproofing agent d. BRC e. concrete slab

3.4 Understand the construction of apron and perimeter drain.

3.4.1 Describe the construction of apron and their component: a. Blinding b. damp proof membrane c. BRC d. concrete slab

3.4.2 Describe the construction of perimeter drain.

3.5 Illustrate the construction of substructure work. 3.5.1 Sketch the construction of foundation, ground beam, ground

floor, apron and perimeter drain.

4 STRUCTURAL FRAME

4.1 Understand the construction of In-Situ Concrete Structural Frame.

4.1.1 Describe the construction of in-situ concrete structural members: a. Reinforced Concrete Column b. Reinforced Concrete Floor Beam c. Reinforced Concrete Roof Beam

4.1.2 Describe the construction of in-situ concrete upper floor slab. 4.1.3 Explain the construction of Reinforced Concrete Wall. 4.1.4 Describe the method of cutting, bending, tying and placing of

steel rod reinforcement. 4.1.5 Describe the method of placing formwork. 4.1.6 Compare the construction of Structural Frame between high rise

and single storey buildings. 4.1.7 Describe the advantages and disadvantages of In Situ Concrete

Structural Frame.

4.2 Understand the construction of Precast Concrete Structural Frame. 4.2.1 Describe the construction of pre-cast concrete structural

members: a. Pre-cast Concrete Column b. Pre-cast Concrete Floor Beam c. Pre-cast Concrete Roof Beam

4.2.2 Compare the construction between In-Situ Concrete Structural Frame and Pre-cast Concrete Structural frame.



4.2.3 Describe the advantages and disadvantages of Pre-cast Concrete Structural Frame.

4.3 Illustrate the construction of concrete structural frame. 4.3.1 Sketch the construction of concrete column, floor beam and roof

beam.

4.4 Understand the construction of steel structure. 4.4.1 Explain the components of steel structure. 4.4.2 Categorize types of joint in steel structure. 4.4.3 Explain the construction of steel structure. 4.4.4 Explain the cross sectional shapes of steel frame used in

construction. 4.4.5 Explain the connection of steel structure. 4.4.6 Identify Uniform Building by-Laws clauses for steel frame

structures in protection against corrosion and fire. 4.4.7 Explain selection factors for steel frame concerning cost, time

and quality for various conditions. 4.4.8 Justify advantages of steel as building structure.

4.5 Illustrate the construction of steel structure frame.

4.5.1 Sketch the construction of steel structural frame.

4.6 Understand the construction of timber structure. 4.6.1 Explain the components of timber structure.

a. Frame b. Floor c. Wall

4.6.2 Categorize types of joint in timber structure. 4.6.3 Explain selection factors for timber frame concerning cost, time

and quality for various conditions.

4.7 Illustrate the construction of timber frame. 4.7.1 Sketch the construction of timber structural frame.



REFERENCES Main: NCCER (2006). Construction Technology Vol.1. Pearson. NCCER (2006). Construction Technology Vol 2. Pearson.

Mitchell, G.A. et al (2000). Advance Building Construction: Structure and Fabric Part 2. Longman.

Additional: Barry, R. (2000). The Construction of Building Vol. 1, 2, 3 & 4. Blackwell Science (UK).


Remark : LD1 Knowledge LD 2 Practical Skills LD 3 Communication Skills LD 4 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills LD 5 Social Skills and Responsibilities LD 6 Continuous Learning and Information Management Skills LD 7 Management and Entrepreneurial Skills LD 8 Professionalism, Ethics and Moral LD 9 Leadership and Teamwork Skills

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MATRIX OF COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO) VS PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLO)

Course Learning Outcome (CLO)

Compliance to PLO Recommended Delivery Methods

Assessment PLO1 PLO2 PLO3 PLO4 PLO5 PLO6 PLO7 PLO8 PLO9

LD1 LD2 LD3 LD4 LD5 LD6 LD7 LD8 LD9

1 explain correctly the uses of basic construction materials in a building.

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Interactive Lecture

Quiz and Test

C2

2 explain clearly the construction of temporary structures, substructure works and structural frame.

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Interactive Lecture and Discussion

Quiz, Test and Presentation

C3

3 demonstrate good communication skills in oral presentation on assigned topic(s) within a stipulated time frame.

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Discussion Presentation

A3



ASSESSMENT The course assessment comprises two components, namely :

i. Coursework (CA) - 50%

Coursework assessments that measures knowledge, practical skills and generic skills are carried out in the form of continuous assessment. Coursework assessments total score comprises the knowledge and practical marks ONLY. It does not include the mark of generic skills.

ii. Final Examination (FE) - 50% Final examination is carried out at the end of the semester.

ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION TABLE (AST)

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO)

TOPICS ASSESSMENT TASKS FOR COURSEWORK

(CA)

1 2 3 4 Test Quiz Presentation

*(2) 20% *(2) 10% *(1) 5%

1. explain correctly the uses of basic construction materials in a building.

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2. explain clearly the construction of temporary structures, substructure works and structural frame.

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3. demonstrate good communication skills in oral presentation on assigned topic(s) within a stipulated time frame.

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Remark Topic 1 : Basic Construction Material √ - Refers to the CLO to be assessed through the indicated assessment task

Topic 2 : Temporary Structures *(#) - # refers to the quantity of assessment

Topic 3 : Substructure Works - Indicates the topic(s) to be covered under the assigned/identified assessment tasks. For merged topics, lecturers have the options of choosing the preferred topic (s).

Topic 4 : Structural Frame ** - The generic skill are to be assessed separately. The total score for generic

skills is 100%. However, it is NOT PART of the coursework assessment mark.



No. SLT

DEPENDENT LEARNING 1.0

1.1 Lecture 45

1.2 Practical

1.3 Tutorial

2.0 2.1 Lecture-hour-assessment

- Test [ 2 ] 2 3 - Quiz [ 2 ] 0.5 - Presentation [ 1 ] 0.5

2.2 Practical-hour-assessment - Practical Exercises [ ]

2.3 Tutorial-hour-assessment - Tutorial Exercises [ ]

INDEPENDENT LEARNING 3.0

- Essay Question [ 2 ] 8

4.0 Preparation and Review

4.1 Lecture [ 3 hour(s) x 15 week(s) ] 45 - -

4.2 Practical [ 0 hour(s) x 15 week(s) ] - Preparation before practical class/field work/survey eg: review notes, checklist/labsheets

and/or tools and equipment. - -

4.3 Tutorial -

4.3 Assessment - Preparation for test [ 2 ] 3 - Preparation for presentation [ 1 ] 4 - Preparation for final examination 10

FINAL EXAMINATION 2 Total 120

Credit = SLT/40 3

Remark: 1. Suggested time for

Quiz : 10 - 15 minutes Test (Theory) : 20 - 30 minutes

2. 40 hours is equivalent to 1 credit

Preparation before class eg: download lesson notes.

DISTRIBUTION OF STUDENT LEARNING TIME (SLT)

ACCORDING TO COURSE LEARNING - TEACHING ACTIVITY

Learning and Teaching Activity

Delivery Method

Coursework Assessment

Review after class eg: additional references, discussion group,discussion

Post practical activity eg: lab report, additional references and discussion session Preparation before studio work presentation/critique.

Preparation for tutorial

0

4 0

Coursework Assessment

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