Construction on Site

Course aim

To extend students' knowledge of the materials and technologies required for the construction of buildings on site.

Course content

Students will further develop knowledge of the complexity of translating design into build-form and on-site construction processes through field work and construction camps. Students will develop skills in construction techniques including footing, framing, cladding and masonry systems, assembly of lightweight building components, and service technologies including solar, wind, water supply and waste disposal.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Completion of 1st year of an undergraduate program in a relevant field

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Construction Assignment, Documentation Assignment, Drawing Assignment

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.