BUILDING TECHNOLOGY I
Building Technology 1 focuses on the study of Industrialised Building Systems (IBS) as a method to help improve the efficiency in the construction industry. Students will be equipped with the knowledge of high rise buildings, facade systems as well as steel construction. The importance of utilisation of IBM in construction is also highlighted.
Project 1: Industralised Building System
Students are required to present an in-depth and analytical research study on the designated topic.
Students are to explore the idea of “Life Between Buildings Using Public Space” (1986) by Jahn
Gehl. The project consists of 2 parts; first is case study and the second part is to produce a
comparative analysis essay.
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Part 1A Task:
For this particular task, students in groups of 10 students, are to read Jahn Gehl’s Life Between Buildings (Chapter 1). Subsequently, the students are to examine patterns of social activities in a city (foreign city to be
provided by instructor*) and identify ‘contact points’. They are to classify the varying degrees of
contact intensity. The street that our group was given is Sisavangvong Road in Luang Prabang, Laos.
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We are required to produce : Two (2) A3 size illustrated diagrams of the city Identifying Contact points minimum of 5) and intensity accompanied with an introduction of the city and images.
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Project 1B Task:
Part 2 of the project requires students to write a comparative analysis essay based on findings from case study (Part 1) and local site research (Design Studio). Students are to examine similarities and dissimilarities based on the patterns of social activities, types of ‘contact points’. And the varying degrees of contact intensity between the two cities.
A comparative analysis essay is a commonly used type of writing assignment where students are require to critically analyze any two subjects, finding and pointing out their similarities and/or dissimilarities. Students are expected to research for information from publications, internet and other relevant sources. For local site, students are expected to conduct own site observation (Studio).
Essay is to be supported with images and diagrams relevant to support and interpret analysis of
the site and its qualities.
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Comparative Analysis Essay
Task:
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Students are required to submit a synopsis in the form of a reaction paper. Its aim is for the students to read a selected reading in relation to the theme that has been discussed in class for the week and submit a reaction paper to the text. There will be a total to 4) synopses.
A reaction or response paper requires the writer to analyze a text, then develop commentary related to it. It requires thoughtful reading, research and writing. It should identify the key points highlighted in the text and then focus on your personal perspective on issues raised through the text. In addition to your personal perspective, you should identify experiences or insights that have shaped your perspective.
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