Construction in the Workshop: Advanced

Course aim

To further develop students' experience with the materials and construction technologies required for the prefabrication of buildings and introduce the use of alternative and innovative materials and technologies appropriate to environmentally sensitive sites.

Course content

Students will further develop knowledge in prefabrication processes, workshop facilities and operations, with an
emphasis on materials including timber and timber composite products, metals, glass, fabrics and coatings. Students will further develop skills in the coordination of workshop activities, including the fabrication and assembly of frames, cladding, glazing, linings and fittings.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST (INTENSIVE)
Practical	7 hours x 10 sessions
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES (INTENSIVE)
Practical	7 hours x 10 sessions

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, Learning log/Journal

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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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.