Architectural Technology BSc (Hons)

COURSE INFORMATION (2010 ENTRY)

4 years sandwich

School of the Built and Natural Environment
Ellison Building, Newcastle City Campus

This programme belongs to a suite of four closely related undergraduate programmes, which also includes Building Design Management, Building Project Management and Construction Management. The professional identity of the Architectural Technology programme is maintained throughout its curriculum, but opportunities exist to transfer to other programmes within the suite.

In recent years, changes to building materials and processes have affected the whole of the building industry. The Architectural Technologist functions at the interface between design and construction to ensure optimum building performance and efficiency.

Architectural Technologists translate conceptual building designs into detailed technical solutions. The practice of Architectural Technology includes the ability to analyse, synthesise and evaluate building design factors in order to produce efficient and effective technical design solutions which satisfy performance, production and procurement criteria. Key competences for Architectural Technologists include building design procedures and practice, environmental design, technical specification and presentation.

The programme is structured around these key areas and aims to develop students from a range of professional and industrial backgrounds to develop careers in a management role.

As professional Architectural Technologists, students will be able to apply technological solutions to the design and building process. They will have the ability to support both the designers and the contractor in the implementation of novel concepts driven by client demands for energy efficient, durable, low maintenance, and cost-effective buildings.

The learning and teaching programme will enable students to develop an understanding of the design process, contractual issues, and professional obligations. It will teach them the skills to translate design into construction, maximising efficiency and satisfaction and to demonstrate a high level of CAD and associated ICT skills.

The third year will be spent on a placement, working most usually for a design consultant, contractor, government department or local authority. In addition, the final year includes a study tour in a major European city.

N.B. This information applies to 2010 entry - if you are interested in 2011 entry, please contact us

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COURSEWORK AND ASSESSMENT

All students joining the programme will share in acquiring a broad-based knowledge of the industry before moving on to detailed study of their particular specialism.

A variety of assessment methods are used. In general, modules are assessed via assignments or a combination of assignments and examination.

ACCREDITATION

The degree is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT), and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), giving full exemption from these Institutes’ professional examinations.

CAREERS

Opportunities exist in areas such as multidisciplinary consultancies; design and build companies; construction companies; housing associations; corporate organisations in commerce; retailing, transport and other service industries, health authorities; government agencies; local authorities; and property development agencies.

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COURSE MODULES

Year 1

BE0825 - The Evolution of the Built Environment (CORE, 20 Credits)

BE0826 - Introduction to Law for the Built Environment (CORE, 10 Credits)

BE0827 - Computer Aided Design (CORE, 10 Credits)

BE0830 - Professional Practice (Construction) 1 (CORE, 20 Credits)

BE0966 - Sustainable Development (CORE, 10 Credits)

BE1042 - Building Technology 1 (CORE, 20 Credits)

BE1043 - Site Surveying and Engineering 1 (CORE, 20 Credits)

BE1044 - Building Services Systems (CORE, 10 Credits)

Year 2

BE0209 - Management Skills (CORE, 10 Credits)

BE0648 - Design Principles and Procedures (CORE, 10 Credits)

BE0834 - Site Surveying & Engineering 2 (CORE, 10 Credits)

BE0880 - Professional Practice Project (CORE, 20 Credits)

BE0881 - Computer Aided Visualisation and 3D Modelling (CORE, 20 Credits)

BE1045 - Construction Economics and Business Environment (CORE, 20 Credits)

BE1046 - Building Technology 2 (CORE, 20 Credits)

BE1093 - Environmental Performance of Buildings (CORE, 10 Credits)

Year 3

BE0214 - Professional Experience Placement (CORE, 40 Credits)

Year 4

BE0553 - Dissertation (Construction-related Programmes) (CORE, 30 Credits)

BE0835 - Managing the Design Process (CORE, 20 Credits)

BE0837 - Contracts and Procurement (CORE, 10 Credits)

BE0859 - Health and Safety Management (CORE, 10 Credits)

BE0941 - Virtual Reality for the Built Environment (CORE, 20 Credits)

BE1051 - Building Technology 3 (CORE, 10 Credits)

BE1055 - Integrated Professional Practice AT (CORE, 20 Credits)

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