Science, Engineering and Technology

KDA125

2012  KDA125  Building Technology in Design 2

Unit Level: Introductory

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KDA125 L Key Semester Dates Semester Campus Attendance Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 2 L On Campus 16-JUL-2012 10-AUG-2012 03-SEP-2012 20-OCT-2012 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). This unit can be taken in other courses About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION
This unit focuses on the structural principles of elements used in building design. It covers structural mechanics, material properties, bending and shear as they apply to elements in compression and tension, and beams and trusses found in typical buildings. Graphical statics, rather than numerical solutions, are used to analyse structures. Both planar and frame construction is considered in relation to dead loads, live loads and wind forces. The emphasis is on learning by making, testing, drawing and student reflection. Full-scale parts and assemblies are constructed and tested in the School workshop.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT:

Three assignments weighted at 30%, 30% and 40%.
There are no exams in this unit.
One of the assignments is normally run in conjunction with KDA121 to reinforce the integration of Building Technology across the course.
If a student is not enrolled in KDA121 an equivalent assessment task will be provided.

TEACHING PATTERN:

One hour lecture per week (13 weeks).
Three hours of tutorials and workshops per week (13 weeks).

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web supported - L
Online access to some part of this unit online is optional
   Resource supported teaching & learning - L
Additional resources are provided for your optional use; e.g. audio taped lectures
About Flexible Study Options

REQUISITE INFO

Prereq

KDA115

TEXTS
Information about any textbook requirements for Semester (Sem 2) will be available from mid April 2012

STAFF: Mr Justin Beall

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