The task is to select ongoing construction site which visibly covers most of subject topics covered in the
syllabus.
The selected sites should be medium rise or low rise buildings eg. bungalow, terrace houses or
maximum 4-storey building.
To identify different types of building elements and its construction process, details and materials.
To study and record construction of different building elements, which you have learnt in this module.
Show and apply your knowledge in the details of the building construction drawing that you should provide a reflecting your understanding of the construction itself.
DOCUMENT
-Construction process, methods, material, site context
-Documentation should be in the form of pictures, sketches, drawings and written
ANALYSE AND EXPLAIN
-Specification of material used in construction
-Dimensions and sizes of components
-Standards of descriptions
-Procedures of constructing the components
-Construction response to site context (environmental issues related to sustainable development)
REPORT
From this project, we will understand and explain construction elements and its components. Besides,we also understand current construction technology on local construction sites from the site visit. Lastly, we also learn how to explain current material and technology in relevance to present construction industry.
