Update on Foundation Degree Activity in Built Environment Peter Crabtree

Foundation Degrees in Built Environment – September 2009 FdSc Architectural Technology FdSc Building Surveying FdSc Civil Engineering FdSc Construction Management FdSc Construction and Design FdSC Housing FdSc Property and Surveying FdSc Quantity Surveying FdSc Real Estate Management FdSc Town Planning 3 Programme areas 10 Foundation Degrees 30% of UG activity

Features of the curriculum Integration of FdSc provision across the Department Full and part time study Shared modules Clear progression routes Learning and skill development Vocational relevance though understanding the work sector Work based and work related learning Developed with employer engagement through the Built Environment Advisory Board

FdSc Civil Engineering Full Time Year Full Time Semester 1Semester 2 1An Introduction to Technology and Design (C) [30] Learning and Practical Skills Development (HE and Work) (C) [30] The Built Environment Work Sector (C) [15]Civil Engineering Mathematics (C) [15] Geotechnics I (C) [15]Site Management and Safety (C) [15] 2Structural Method and Analysis (C) [30] Site and Engineering Surveying (C) [15]CAD for Civil Engineers (D) [15] or Work Based Learning in the Built Environment (D) [15] or Work Related Learning in the Built Environment (D) [15] Applied Mathematics (D) [15]Hydraulics and Drainage (D) [15] Concrete Technology (D) [15]Group Project (D) [15]

FdSc Civil Engineering Part Time Year Part Time Semester 1Semester 2 1An Introduction to Technology and Design (C) [30] Learning and Practical Skills Development (HE and Work) (C) [30] Work Related Learning in the Built Environment (D) [15] 2The Built Environment Work Sector (C) [15]Civil Engineering Mathematics (C) [15] Geotechnics I (C) [15]Site Management and Safety (C) [15] Work Based Learning in the Built Environment (D) [30] 3Structural Method and Analysis (C) [30] Site and Engineering Surveying (C) [15]CAD for Civil Engineers (D) [15] Continuing Personal and Professional Development (D) [15]

Work Based Learning (30 credits) Analyse an industrial organisation in order to evaluate organisational strengths and weaknesses and then demonstrate how your own role develops within the organisation. Evaluate the impact of theoretical perspectives on workplace practice and demonstrate the influence of work based learning on academic perspectives. Efficiently use RAPID/PDP support systems. With the aid of a work diary, reflect and report on the work experience and analyse how the learning achieved through work has affected your understanding of your chosen career. Evidence and evaluate the embedding of theory in practice, through reflection and/or observation. Produce a self-development plan in the form of attainable objectives.

Work Related Learning (15 credits) Plan and carry out a programme of detailed learning and assessment in one or more work related areas of the Built Environment. Develop a detailed knowledge of the major theories, issues, ideas or practices from a variety of viewpoints and analyse the findings supported by relevant conclusions and recommendations. Identify key areas in the learning of which show evidence of problem solving. Communicate arguments and conclusions in a clear and concise manner in a variety of formats.

FdSc Construction Site Management – Main articulation routes and exit points

FdSc Construction Site Management Eight twelve week modules covering four themes over two years – block release Option to gain an NVQ4, allowing the student to apply for a platinum CSCS card Achieve ICIOB Key roles – Pathway Support – Pathway Administrator/First Point of Contact – Pathway Support – Personal Mentor – Module Support

The Challenge Work Based Learning – ‘learning which accredits or extends the workplace skills and abilities of employees’. Higher Education Academy Centre for Education in the Built Environment (2009)