Undergraduate Course: Technology and Environment 1E (ARCH08010)
Course Outline
| School |
School of Arts, Culture and Environment |
College |
College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Not available to visiting students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 8 (Year 1 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
20 |
| Home subject area |
Architecture - joint with Edinburgh College of Art |
Other subject area |
None |
| Course website |
None
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Taught in Gaelic? |
No |
| Course description |
This course is only available to University of Edinburgh students who are enrolled on the Structural Engineering with Architecture, undergraduate, degree.
This module introduces the technological and
environmental aspects of architectural design. It focuses on the key concepts which underpin the design of structural and environmental systems. It is also concerned with the use of materials in architecture. The module emphasizes the links between architectural design, architectural technology and sustainability and a wider concern for the global environment. |
Entry Requirements
| Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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| Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
None
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| Additional Costs |
This course is only available to University of Edinburgh students who are enrolled on the Structural Engineering with Architecture, undergraduate, degree. |
Course Delivery Information
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| Delivery period: 2010/11 Semester 2, Not available to visiting students (SS1)
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WebCT enabled: Yes |
Quota: None |
| Location |
Activity |
Description |
Weeks |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
| Central | Tutorial | | 1-11 | | | 11:10 - 12:00 | or 11:10 - 12:00 | | | Central | Lecture | | 1-11 | 11:10 - 12:00 | | | | | | Central | Tutorial | | 1-11 | | | 12:10 - 13:00 | or 12:10 - 13:00 | |
| First Class |
First class information not currently available |
| Additional information |
1 hour(s) per week for 11 week(s). This course will be taught in a block using a variety of methods from structured lectures, semi-structured sessions and self-directed learning using e-learning materials. |
| Exam Information |
| Exam Diet |
Paper Name |
Hours:Minutes |
Stationery Requirements |
Comments |
| Main Exam Diet S2 (April/May) | | 2:30 | Nil. | c/w U04365, computer based exam.KB computer Centre,2 cohorts of 1hr exam plus 30 min turnaround time | | Resit Exam Diet (August) | | 1:00 | pencils / rubbers | c/w U04365 |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, the student will be able to demonstrate:
1. Understanding of key concepts in the physical
behaviour of structural and environmental systems and their application in architecture;
2. Appreciation of the integral nature of structural
and environmental systems to the development of
architectural designs;
3. Appreciation of the global context of sustainability
and its relationship to and interaction with the practice of architecture. |
Assessment Information
| Learning outcomes are assessed by written reports and written examination. |
Special Arrangements
This course is only available to University of Edinburgh students who are enrolled on the Structural Engineering with Architecture, undergraduate, degree.
This course is taught jointly with Edinburgh College of Art. Lectures may be delivered at either institution. |
Additional Information
| Academic description |
Not entered |
| Syllabus |
Not entered |
| Transferable skills |
Not entered |
| Reading list |
Not entered |
| Study Abroad |
Not entered |
| Study Pattern |
Not entered |
| Keywords |
building technology, environmental design,
building structures, materials
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Contacts
| Course organiser |
Mr John Brennan
Tel: (0131 6)50 2324
Email: John.Brennan@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Mrs Rosie Hall
Tel: 0131 221 6071
Email: r.hall@eca.ac.uk |
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