Code 17153
Level of study Second Year
Credit value 20
Semester 1 & 2
Pre-requisite modules None
Other pre-requisites None
This module comprises four main subject areas: Health and Safety, Concrete Technology, Construction Management and CAD. Health and Safety discusses the concepts of hazard and risk, with specific reference to construction sites. Construction Management comprises construction planning techniques, and the preparation of construction contract documentation. Computer Aided Drafting introduces the concepts and techniques of Computer Aided Drafting using a well established software package (AUTOCAD). Concrete Technology covers the principles of mix design, important engineering properties, the specification of concrete and compliance testing, basic cement chemistry and the cracking or deterioration of concrete.