Available in 2024
Course code

ARBE1101

Units

10 units

Level

1000 level

Course handbook

Description

This course develops the student's understanding of key concepts associated with the construction, including essential performance criteria for a range of primary and secondary building elements. It similarly develops the student's understanding of structural concepts that dictate the eventual form of buildings and other engineered structures, combining elemental and structural understanding to develop the student's ability to design and construct appropriate architectural/engineering details for a variety of structures. It introduces the student to the challenges posed by a range of site conditions, materials and other environmental factors, and explores their influence upon the selection of appropriate solutions.


Availability2024 Course Timetables

Callaghan

  • Semester 1 - 2024

Online

  • Semester 1 - 2024

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Identify the function of, and desirable performance attributes required for primary and secondary structural building elements.

2. Qualitatively describe the structural performance, forces and environmental agents incumbent upon building structures.

3. Qualitatively describe the link between structure, construction sequencing and materials performance incumbent upon building structures.

4. Identify, describe and draw a range of design details.

5. Evaluate design alternatives in terms of buildability and material performance.

6. Assess relevant clauses and Australian Standards (AS) and the National Construction Code.


Content

Introduction. Profession’s Current State: Challenges and Expectations

Structures:

  • Primary and secondary elements
  • Types of structures
  • Forces and loads

 

Sequencing:

  • Site preparation and excavation
  • Basement and foundation
  • Framing and carpentry
  • External walls and cladding
  • Interior lining: Floor, ceiling, and roof systems

 

Material, performance and details

  • Timber
  • Metal – Steel
  • Glass
  • Light Structures, New materials and composites

 

Services (Electricity, plumbing, AC, others)

 

Safety and Security

 

Introduction to National Construction Codes

 

Introduction to Construction Cost                  

 

Passive Architecture and Building


Assessment items

Quiz: Online Quizzes

Report: Pictorial Report

Report: Technical Report


Contact hours

Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan

Lectorial-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1

Semester 1 - 2024 - Online

Lectorial-1
  • Online 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
  • Online students will receive equivalent instruction through online or other distance education strategies.

Course outline