1. Construction Technology Bachelor of Science (hons) in Quantity Surveying ITS April 2008

2. Construction Technology Module This Year’s Module is divided into two areas of assessment:.  Continuous Assessment based on individual project and project and practical work exercises, and a final exam.  Continuous assessment- Formative and Summative 30%  Final Exam 70% Syllabus The structure of the Syllabus will follow the general layout of the agreed Rules of Measurement: DExcavation and Earthwork Excavation FConcrete Work In-situ concrete Sundries Reinforcement, Formwork, Precast Concrete and Composite Construction

3. GBrickwork and Blockwork Brickwork and Blockwork Ancillaries to Brickwork and Blockwork I Roofing, Cladding and Waterproofing Mastic Asphalt, waterproof and Gas Proof Non-Metal Sheet Coverings JWoodwork Structural and First Fixing Boarding and Second Fixings Composite Items Ironmongery, Accessories and Sundries O Flooring Wall and ceiling Finishes Finishings QPainting and Decorating Painting R Drainage Disposal Above ground Below Ground

4. Indicative Syllabus; will be applicable to simple domestic construction 1. Site Survey: Site investigation/analysis Sustainable design principals. Subsoils. Trial holes. Site selection. Radon. 2. Substructure: Earthworks, Excavation support. Backfilling. Types of foundation. Strip. Raft. Pad. Short-bored piles. 3. Superstructure: walls Solids and cavity wall construction. Floors and stairs. Solid and concrete insitu concrete stairs. 4. Joinery: Windows. Timber. Metal and uPVC double glazing. 5. Temporary Work: Timber trenches. Formwork. Scaffolding. Shoring. Site safety. 6. Services: Water supply. Cold and hot water systems. Central heating systems.

5. 1. Drainage: Principals and regulations systems. Materials. Testing septic tanks and percolation. SR6 (Standard regulation No.6) 2. Materials and Construction Science: Dampness in buildings. Capillarity. Surface tension. Condensation Required reading Homebond House Building Manual. Building Construction Handbook 6/7 th Edition. Finishes, Mitchell’s Building Series.

6. Site Selection The successful siting of a new house in the countryside requires care and consideration. It should involve an analysis of the impact the house will have on the appearance of the land, the impact it will have on the comfort of its occupants together with practical consideration of connecting to Power, water and roads. A dwelling badly sited will alter the character and appearance of the landscape. Today’s approach to siting a House has evolved out of a need to minimise negative impact building has on the Environment. The following slides are an extract from case study by Cork County Council into good design for rural housing.