ABB223 Low-Rise Construction
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| Unit code: | ABB223 |
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| Prerequisite(s): | ABB107 or UXB110 or DAB212 |
| Equivalent(s): | UXB210 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $1,164 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $4,356 |
| International unit fee | $4,896 |
Unit Outline: Semester 1 2025, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | ABB223 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | ABB107 or UXB110 or DAB212 |
| Equivalent: | UXB210 |
| Coordinator: | Melissa Teo | melissa.teo@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This unit introduces you to theoretical and practical knowledge to understand concepts, principles, construction techniques and procedures relevant to low-rise construction. You will gain skills to critically evaluate projects in terms of buildability, construction methodology, site safety, planning, scheduling techniques and site organisation. The ability to manage and supervise the construction process of a cross section of low-rise construction types such as residential apartment buildings, and commercial and industrial buildings is an essential requirement for construction management and quantity surveying professionals. The knowledge and skills developed in this unit are relevant to construction management and quantity surveying students and builds upon knowledge gained in earlier units such as small-scale construction, and integrated construction, building services, preparing you for further advanced units in structures and high-rise construction.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Apply theoretical concepts, principles, and construction techniques and procedures relevant to low-rise construction.
- Apply the design thinking process to critically evaluate projects in terms of buildability, construction methodology, site safety, planning, scheduling techniques and site organisation including temporary works and site establishment.
- Professionally communicate to diverse stakeholders, orally and in writing, how building components, systems and services interact with each other, and recognize and articulate relevant building standards and construction practices.
- Collaborate in teams to manage professional relationships and achieve shared goals.
Content
This unit covers the following: materials; methods of construction; procedures, practices, legislative requirements; on-site inspections and site management techniques of low-rise residential, commercial and industrial buildings including temporary works and plant requirements. These building types are examined with regard to safety, environmental, structural, erection requirements and building defects.
General topics include: site management; site planning, safety, construction plant, labour and temporary works; in-ground construction including analysing soil tests foundations, footings, slabs and basements; external treatments (cladding); structural framing forms and actions; reinforced concrete construction and management; formwork; services co-ordination; legislative requirements. Specific topics related to low-rise construction include: load-bearing masonry; services co-ordination and internal fitout. Specific topics related to industrial buildings include: tilt-up panel construction and portal/steel frames.
Learning Approaches
Unit content will be delivered through weekly lectures and workshop sessions. The purpose of the lecture (2 hours) is to present main theoretical concepts, identify areas of discussion and debate, and to develop critical inquiry and problem solving skills. You are encouraged to share your experiences of low-rise construction within this context. Case studies, presentations and discussions are used in workshops (1 hour) to allow you to develop your ability to apply theory and practice to workplace situations, and develop construction knowledge and skills necessary to manage/supervise the construction of a variety of low-rise construction types.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
The assessment will comprise formative assessment (to help you find out how your work is progressing) and summative assessment (to grade your work against expected outcomes).
Formative feedback, written and verbal, will be provided during the lecture/ workshops. Other forms of feedback may include -
Self-Feedback:
• Informal self-reflection exercise as part of in-class activities
Peer feedback:
• Informal feedback by peers during in-class activities
• In-class case study based discussions as part of in-class activities
• Formal feedback by peers on assessment #2
Assessment
Overview
There are 3 assessment tasks for the unit.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Problem Solving Task
Prepare a site establishment and layout plan, and undertake a site safety analysis.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Group Presentation
Propose recommendations to improve buildability of the case study project, and undertake a detailed risk assessment of all recommendations.
Assessment: Exam
You will be required to undertake an examination at the end of the semester based primarily on applying construction theory and practices studied throughout the semester. It will cover a combination of multiple choice and short answer questions.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
No text books are required.
Risk Assessment Statement
All commencing Faculty of Engineering students are required to complete the Mandatory Safety Induction
There are no extraordinary risks associated with the classroom/lecture activities in this unit.
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.AB01 Bachelor of Built Environment (Honours)
- Apply theoretical, practical and cultural knowledge and skills across a range of disciplines and specialist knowledge and skills in one built environment area.
Relates to: Problem Solving Task, Group Presentation, Exam - Design and critically evaluate sustainable and creative solutions to social, economic, technological and environmental challenges.
Relates to: Problem Solving Task, Group Presentation, Exam - Communicate knowledge, ideas and creative solutions in diverse modes, for a range of contexts and diverse audiences.
Relates to: Problem Solving Task, Group Presentation, Exam - Strategically collaborate with diverse stakeholders and communities, including First Nations peoples.
Relates to: Problem Solving Task, Group Presentation, Exam