MODULE SPECIFICATION
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The title of the module: Computer-aided Design for Construction and Civil
Engineering
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The Department which will be responsible for management of the module
Built Environment
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The Start Date of the Module September 2012
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The number of students expected to take the module 40
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The level of the module Intermediate [I],
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The number of credits which the module represents 15
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Which term(s) the module is to be taught in (or other teaching pattern) Stage 2
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Prerequisite modules: None
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The programmes of study to which the module contributes
HNC/HND Construction and Civil Engineering
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The intended subject specific learning outcomes and, as appropriate, their relationship
to programme learning outcomes
LO1.
LO2.
LO3.
LO4.
LO5.
Be able to work safely when using computing and software facilities
Be able to produce 2D drawings using industry-standard CAD software
applications
Be able to modify and update an existing design
Be able to plot drawings to various media and scales and export drawings
to different formats
Be aware and have knowledge of industry-standard 3D CAD software
applications and Industry / Government requirements for BIM working.
These learning outcomes directly relate to the listed programme learning
outcomes HNC/HND Construction and Civil Engineering -
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Knowledge & Understanding of : A1, A2 and A5
Intellectual Skills : B6, B7, B8 and B9
Subject Specific Skills : C10, C13, C14, C15 and C17
Transferable Skills : D19, D20, D22, D23, D26 and D27
The intended generic learning outcomes and, as appropriate, their relationship to
programme learning outcomes
1. Analyse problems, using innovation, logical and lateral thinking in their
solution and solve numerical problems using computer and non-computer
based techniques
2. Present quantitative and qualitative information, together with analysis,
argument and commentary, in a form appropriate to the intended audience,
including appropriate acknowledgement and referencing of sources;
3. Locate, extract, analyse, prepare, process, interpret and present data from
multiple sources including drawn information using appropriate qualitative
and quantitative techniques and packages.
These learning outcomes directly relate to the listed programme learning
outcomes for HNC/HND Construction and Civil Engineering:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Knowledge & Understanding of : N/A
Intellectual Skills : B7 and B9
Subject Specific Skills : N/A
Transferable Skills : D20, D22 and D27
A synopsis of the curriculum
Be able to work safely when using computing and software facilities
Working safely: health and safety; data protection (data loss, file protocols)
Health and safety: The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992;
hazards (eye strain, posture, repetitive strain injury); control measures associated with
hazards
Data protection: backing-up protocols; backing-up systems; power cuts; uninterruptible
power supplies (UPS); closing-down applications and systems
Folder structure: creating folders (hard drives, external drives); accessing existing folders;
saving files to different folders; file management
Be able to produce 2D drawings using industry-standard CAD software
Applications; Be able to modify and update an existing design
2D drawings: setting up; data input; drawing; modifying; text; dimension; insert; file formats;
views
Setting up: open software application; use of templates; entities; aids; snap; polar; User
Coordinate System (UCS); layers; line types; units; model space; paper space; viewports;
scale; drawing page; title block
Data input: dynamic input; menu and icon input
Drawing: line; multiline; polyline; spline; circles; arcs; rectangles; polygons; ellipse; hatching;
boundaries; triangulation
Modifying: erase; copy; trim; extend; scale; stretch; mirror; move; rotate; chamfer; array; fillet;
break; join; lengthen
Text: multiline; single line; text style
Dimension: aligned; linear; ordinate; angular; diameter; arc length; baseline; continuation;
dimension style
Insert: blocks; attributed blocks; dynamic blocks; raster image; text; spreadsheets; images;
copy/paste; explode; purge
File formats: DWG; DXF; OLE; 3ds; Xrefs
Views: zoom; pan; aerial; named; viewports
Be able to plot drawings to various media and scales and export drawings to
different formats
Plot drawings: plotter selection; page set up; paper type; paper size; plot extents; plot
window; scale; pen weights; pen colours; viewports; shaded viewports; styles
Export files: different formats eg DXF, DWG; save and share; save as; publish
Be aware and have knowledge of industry-standard 3D CAD software applications and
Industry / Government requirements for BIM working
Data Exchange: protocols, team working
Building Information Modelling: what to model, ‘Single’ model environment, BIM maturity
levels, UK Strategy for BIM
Interoperability: industry standards, links to analytical software
Software: AutoCAD, Revit, Bentley, Cadduct, microdrainage etc.
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Indicative Reading List:
o BSI – Construction drawing Practice, BS1192 Part 5 (BSI, 1999)
o AutoCAD 2012 & AutoCAD LT 2012 Bible by Ellen Finkelstein
o Up and Running with AutoCAD 2012: 2D and 3D Drawing and Modeling by Elliot
Gindis
o Government Construction Strategy (May 2011) Cabinet Office
o A report for the Government Construction Client Group Building Information
Modelling (BIM) Working Party Strategy Paper (March 2011) BIS first published
July 2011
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Learning and Teaching Methods, including the nature and number of contact hours and
the total study hours which will be expected of students, and how these relate to
achievement of the intended learning outcomes
A variety of learning and teaching methods will be employed.
Students will be expected to spend a total of 150 hours of study which will be
apportioned as follows:
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47 contact hours involving a mixture of lecture and classes. Much of the
content will be directly taught through a variety of class-based activities.
Lectures will be used to provide general underpinning knowledge and explain
the various principles. However, emphasis is upon student-centred activities
including research tasks, individual tasks, presentations and demonstrations
which will be organised to develop the transferable skills outlined in section D
of the programme specification. IT applications will be included with
workshops provided where required. Tutorials will be arranged to assist and
direct the students in their work; to give feedback on coursework; to
diagnose learning difficulties; and provide guidance and counselling.
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40 hours – assessment & revision
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63 hours – private study
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Assessment methods and how these relate to testing achievement of the intended
learning outcomes
A full range of assessment methods will provide students with a varied menu of
assessment experiences. Formative methods will be used to provide maximum
feedback and support to facilitate continual progress. Coursework (50%) will
comprise of two individual and independent written assignments to assess the
competence of the skills inherent in the specific and generic learning outcomes.
A project assignment (50%) will also provide evidence of learning consisting of a
portfolio of drawings.
Assignment 1 - written
Students are to describe and assess working safely when using computing and
software facilities. They will consider: Health and Safety, Data protection and Folder
structures. Word Count 1250 - 1500
Students will compare and contrast data exchange protocols and file formats and the
use of imported and exported file formats
Related Learning Outcomes 1.1 1.2 1.3 7.1 7.2
Assignment 2 - written
Students will appraise 3D software available for the production of construction
information and the industry / government strategy for the Building Information Model.
This will be in the form of a research report. Word Count 1250 - 1500
Related Learning Outcomes 5.1 5.2 7.1 7.2 8.1 8.2
Assignment 3 - Portfolio
Students will produce a set of drawings within one project demonstrating the ability to
produce 2D drawings using industry standard software and plot the drawings to various
media, scales and formats. Portfolio - 6 Drawing Elements.
Related Learning Outcomes 2.1 3.1 4.1 4.2 6.1 6.2 6.3 8.1 8.2
Subject Specific Learning Outcomes
1. Be able to work safely when using
computing and software facilities
2. Be able to produce 2D drawings
using industry-standard CAD
software applications
Assessment Criteria
1.1 justify the safe working practices associated
with CAD work
1.2 evaluate standard methods of data protection
1.3 create hierarchical folder structures for the
storage of CAD files
2.1 produce industry-standard 2D drawings of
residential and/or commercial properties
3. Be able to modify and update an
existing design
3.1 modify industry-standard 2D drawings of
residential and/or commercial properties
4. Be able to plot drawings to various
media and scales and export
drawings to different formats
4.1 plot drawings using different media and scales
4.2 create and export CAD files in different
formats
5. Be aware and have knowledge of
industry-standard 3D CAD software
applications and Industry /
Government requirements for BIM
working.
Generic Learning Outcomes
6. Analyse problems, using innovation,
logical and lateral thinking in their
solution and solve problems using
computer and non-computer based
techniques
5.1 Appraise industry standard 3D software
available
5.2 Assess use within the Building Information
Model
7. Present quantitative and qualitative
information, together with analysis,
argument and commentary, in a
form appropriate to the intended
audience, including appropriate
acknowledgement and referencing
of sources;
7.1Present quantative results in an appropriate
form for intended audience
8. Locate, extract, analyse, prepare,
process, interpret and present data
from multiple sources including
drawn information using appropriate
qualitative and quantitative
techniques and packages.
8.1Use graphical techniques to show quantative
results
8.2Research data from more than one statistical
source
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6.1 Show logical planning and thinking in the
solution of analytical problems
6.2 Use non-computer techniques to assist the
solution of analytical problems
6.3 Use computer-based techniques to assist the
solution of analytical problems
7.2Show clearly key stages of calculations to
provide evidence of the process to reach the final
solution
Implications for learning resources, including staff, library, IT and space.
This module will be taught by appropriately qualified lecturers who have experience in
delivering these topics.
All the items stated in the Indicative Reading List are available at the Oakwood Park
Centre, the Drill Hall Library based in Gillingham. The Learning Resource Centre IT
suites which all allow Internet, an on line resource - info4education allows learners to
access all reading material for this module
Essential requirements
Learners require access to CAD systems and relevant software. Learners require
individual access to personal computer stations with a graphical user interface and
industry-standard CAD applications. Visual Display Unit (VDU) Regulations must be
considered throughout the delivery and assessment of this module.
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A statement confirming that, as far as can be reasonably anticipated, the curriculum,
learning and teaching methods and forms of assessment do not present any nonjustifiable disadvantage to students with disabilities
The learning outcomes, teaching and learning methods and assessments are
accessible to and achievable by all students. Any student with disabilities will
not face any foreseen disadvantage or difficulties that cannot be reasonably
addressed.
Statement by the Director of Learning and Teaching: "I confirm I have been consulted on
the above module proposal and have given advice on the correct procedures and required
content of module proposals"
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Director of Learning and Teaching
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Statement by the Head of Department: "I confirm that the Department has approved the
introduction of the module and will be responsible for its resourcing"
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Head of Department
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