University of Technology Sydney

16314 Construction Technology 3

6cp; weekly, consistng of on-campus and online/remote classes using a combination of video conference classes, remote self-directed learning and site visits subect to contractor availability
Requisite(s): ( 16265 Construction Technology 2 OR (48340 Construction AND (72 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10067 Bachelor of Engineering OR 72 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10061 Bachelor of Engineering Diploma Engineering Practice OR 72 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09066 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) OR 72 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09067 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Diploma Professional Engineering Practice)) OR (16631 Construction and Development Process AND (48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10310 Bachelor of Property Economics OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10320 Bachelor of Property Economics Bachelor of International Studies OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10431 Bachelor of Property Economics Bachelor of Languages and Cultures)))
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
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Undergraduate

Description

This is a hybrid subject that examines:

  • construction technology for industrial buildings
  • building quality and common defects;
  • building disputes; and
  • remedial building.

The construction of industrial buildings, such as warehouses and factories, are examined in detail, coupled with a site visit, with a particular focus on site sub-strata conditions, soil contamination and the main structural principles of wide-span buildings.

Students are then exposed to current industry case studies on how building quality affects a construction project manager's day-to-day duties and the process when minimum building standards are not met and when building quality is scrutinised during and after the handover process.

Typical availability

Spring session, City campus


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