16471 Integrated Services
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Credit points: 6 cp
Result type: Grade and marks
Requisite(s): 16265 Construction Technology 2 OR 16314 Construction Technology 3
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.
Description
This subject introduces students to the main building services. Building services represent a significant and growing consideration in construction projects, and this subject provides an overview of key mechanical and hydraulic services, such as ventilation, air conditioning, electrical, lifts, fire fighting, plumbing, and sewerage. This subject helps students to identify the design requirements for each of the services as proposed by the regulatory authorities and requirements, such as the National Construction Code (formerly Building Code of Australia) and Australian Standards. In particular, this subject helps students understand the impact created by associated pipes, ducts and cabling requirements on design, construction and maintenance procedures.
Subject learning objectives (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
| 1. | Students will be able to correctly read and navigate through relevant statutory regulations governing the professional practice of construction in Australia to the design, construction and maintenance of building services |
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| 2. | Students will know about and be able to apply professional best practices of building services in terms of design requirements, materials, terminology and technology used |
| 3. | Students will be able to assess the purpose (attributes and intent of application) of standard building services elements and make informed decisions about the appropriateness of alternate solutions (e.g. renewable energy, green building solutions, sustainable fire safety, etc.) |
Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)
This subject also contributes to the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes:
- Apply a variety of communication skills and technologies in professional contexts. (C.1)
- Operate effectively within the social, legal and technical framework of the design and construction process. (P.1)
- Apply the body of knowledge underpinning construction project management practice. (P.2)
- Critically analyse, structure and report the results of a research project. (R.2)
Contribution to the development of graduate attributes
This subject will also contribute to the faculty's five CAPRI graduate attribute categories (see 'Graduate Attribute Development') through the following course intended learning outcomes:
- Ability to effectively apply a variety of communication skills and technologies in professional contexts (C.1)
- Ability to understand and operate effectively within the social, legal and technical framework of the design and construction process (P.1)
- Ability to apply the body of knowledge underpinning construction project management practice (P.2)
- Ability to engage in independent research and self-motivated learning (R.2)
Teaching and learning strategies
Weekly on campus: 2hr lecture and 1hr tutorial, supplemented by online learning.
The learning activities in this subject involve a variety of face-to-face lectures, tutorials, and online teaching strategies. Lectures involve face-to-face content delivery employing the use of media and electronic resources to enhance the theoretical delivery of the subject. Guest lectures, discussion of readings and case studies, and collaborative group work may be utilised to enhance the practical applications of subject content. Independent student reading will be complemented by tutorial sessions to enhance student understanding of the subject. Reading material and lecture notes will be provided through UTS Online.
At the end of each class, students will be able to reflect on the lecture material in groups to reinforce learning in a collaborative manner from peers. Direct face-to-face feedback can be provided as part of this reflection exercise as well as after the online test to help students monitor their progress and understanding of the subject material.
Authentic learning assessments place students in the construction and building services environment (Group Assessment) in which students report on their understanding of the building services in a real life environment. This "real life" application of building services provides students with direct feedback about their ability to identify and describe specific building services in practice.
Content (topics)
The content of this subject covers the following topics:
- Overview of the types of building services and their impacts on building design and performance
- Principles and performance of mechanical services (e.g. HVAC Systems and human comfort),
- Principles and performance of Hydraulic services (e.g. Pumping and Water supply),
- Principles and performance of Electrical services (e.g. Power and Lighting),
- Principles and performance of Vertical transport systems (e.g. Passenger lifts and Escalators)
- Principles and performance of Fire protection (e.g. engineering principles and Active systems).
- Integrated Design Process
- Expected future trends and directions
Assessment
Assessment task 1: In-class or Online Quizzes based on lecture content
| Intent: | Assessment task 1 will assess student’s understanding of building services within the construction industry based on the material presented and discussed in the class. The completion of the in-class or online quizzes will offer students formative feedback that will both help them understand how well they are able to understand, describe and apply the knowledge they have learned in class, as well as understand how they can improve their responses for the final exam. | ||||||||
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| Objective(s): | This task addresses the following subject learning objectives: 2 This task also addresses the following course intended learning outcomes that are linked with a code to indicate one of the five CAPRI graduate attribute categories (e.g. C.1, A.3, P.4, etc.): P.2 | ||||||||
| Type: | Quiz/test | ||||||||
| Groupwork: | Individual | ||||||||
| Weight: | 20% | ||||||||
| Criteria linkages: |
SLOs: subject learning objectives CILOs: course intended learning outcomes |
Assessment task 2: A study of impact of building services on building performance
| Intent: | The intent of assessment task 2 (Group Assignment) is for students to gain understanding of professional standards and practices in the area of building services and the “real life” application of material covered in class. Students will be visiting building sites, taking photos, engaging with people on site, and then discussing the different building services components in relation to the class material. This assessment task will provide students with direct opportunities to identify and describe specific building services in practice and to evaluate the impact of building services on building performance. This assessment task will also encourage students to develop generic skills including good teamwork, communication and organisational skills and the ability to produce a professional standard report. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Objective(s): | This task addresses the following subject learning objectives: 1, 2 and 3 This task also addresses the following course intended learning outcomes that are linked with a code to indicate one of the five CAPRI graduate attribute categories (e.g. C.1, A.3, P.4, etc.): C.1, P.1, P.2 and R.2 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Type: | Report | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Groupwork: | Group, group assessed | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight: | 30% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Criteria linkages: |
SLOs: subject learning objectives CILOs: course intended learning outcomes |
Assessment task 3: Final Exam
| Intent: | The intent of Assessment task 3 is to examine a variety of learning attributes, including the general understanding of the delivered subject content as well as the ability to effectively manage the interface between construction and design processes of building services in accordance with the rules and regulations governing construction in Australia. | ||||||||||||
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| Objective(s): | This task addresses the following subject learning objectives: 2 and 3 This task also addresses the following course intended learning outcomes that are linked with a code to indicate one of the five CAPRI graduate attribute categories (e.g. C.1, A.3, P.4, etc.): P.1 and P.2 | ||||||||||||
| Type: | Examination | ||||||||||||
| Groupwork: | Individual | ||||||||||||
| Weight: | 50% | ||||||||||||
| Criteria linkages: |
SLOs: subject learning objectives CILOs: course intended learning outcomes |
Minimum requirements
To pass this subject, students must gain a total minimum mark of 50%. Attendance at lectures is strongly advised in order to be able to answer online quiz questions.
Required texts
- Parlour, R. P. (1994), Building Services, Engineering for Architects, Integral Publishing
- Australian Standards (various)
? (Essential texts are available through the UTS Library)
Recommended texts
- Tesoriero, J. (1994), Plumbing Rules Made Simple for Domestic Type Dwellings, J&L Publications
- Tesoriero, J. (2005), Plumbing Rules Made Simple for High Rise & Multiple Dwellings, J&L Publications
- Chadderton, D. V. (2013), Building Services Engineering, 6th Edition, Routledge Publishing
- Haines, R. W. and Wilson, C. Lewis (2009), HVAC Systems Design Handbook, 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill
- Hall, F. and Greeno, R. (2013), Building Services Handbook, 7th Edition, Routledge Publishing
- McQuiston, F. C., Parker, J. D. and Spitler, J. D. (2004), Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning: Analysis and Design, 6th Edition, Wiley
- Stoecker, W. F. and Jones, J. W. (1982), Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, McGraw-Hill
- NSW Code of Practice for Plumbing and Drainage
- Puffet, R.J. and Hossak, L.J (1990), Plumbing services Volume 1: Basic skills & Water Supply, McGraw-Hill
- Puffet, R.J. and Hossak, L.J (1990), Plumbing Services Volume 2: Waste disposal & Roof Plumbing, McGraw-Hill