Building Technology
Project 1: Industrialized Building System
This group project of six predominately relates to the topics of Industralised Building System (IBS). Firstly, we had to design a 3-storey apartment block using mainly IBS components and finally construct a physical model of the building to imitate the actual IBS construction process and to record all the process in a video.
The following showcases the outcome of the video presenting the concept of Industralised Building System (IBS) and the construction process of the 3-storey apartment block.
In this module, we are exposed to a more extensive study of building construction by investigating the latest and more advanced technology and practice of the industry; from site analysis to all the advanced construction systems, energy efficiency, facade systems, architectural technology as well as the latest construction methods. In addition, it also intends to expose us to the study of construction through case studies of existing buildings and applying construction methods and systems of the building into our own design while addressing the issues pertaining to ecological impact.
Project 2: Construction Solutions
The final project of the module is an individual project integrated to the semester’s module: Studio V. It consists of an A3 bound report with details of the case studies and sketches of the technical study and construction systems on the:
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Structural
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2 Types of Façade
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Roof
The final learning outcomes of the project is to:
1. To encourage analytical and critical study of the principles, practices and details of building technology in the student’s own design.
2. To encourage students to consider the construction aspects throughout the design process.
3. To adapt and implement the alternative construction systems into the students’ design
4. Analyse and document construction methods and materials
5. Evaluate existing construction system and detailing of the selected project.
6. Critique issues pertaining to construction principles, materials, techniques, codes of practice, process of assembly, and detailing.
7. Generate alternative construction solutions by means of sketches and drawings.
Reflection
Through Project 1 to 2, I've learned the importance of building technologies and how the details of the design affects the structure. I've also learned about the components of the building and the types of components that plays a role in the IBS score of the building and it's importance in the construction industry.
