UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE
Programme Specification
This Programme Specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the
programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected
to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that
are provided.
1. Awarding Institution / Body
2. Teaching Institution and
Location of Delivery
3. University School/Centre
University of Central Lancashire
Burnley College
School of Engineering
4. External Accreditation
5. Title of Final Award
6. Modes of Attendance offered
7. UCAS Code
FdSc in Building Services and Sustainable Engineering
Full-time, Part time
D4K2
Building and Surveying 2008
8. Relevant Subject
Benchmarking Group(s)
Engineering 2010
FD Qualification Benchmark May 2010
Chartered Institute of Building Service Engineers
(C.I.B.S.E.)
9. Other external influences
Summit Skills, Foundation Degree Forward (FDF)
North West Universities Association (NWUA)
10. Date of production/revision of
this form
12th March 2014
11. Aims of the Programme
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To incorporate a general knowledge of the acceptable practices in building
engineering services within the construction and facilities management industry.
 To understand generic Building Services and Sustainable Engineering principles and
techniques.
 To understand sustainable engineering principles and techniques.
 To develop reasoning and problem solving skills appropriate for Building Services
Engineers.
 To comprehend the roles & responsibilities of Building Services Engineers at various
levels within the industry.
 To establish a foundation of interest, knowledge and skill which will enhance further
study for Incorporated and Chartered Engineers status.
12. Learning Outcomes, Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
A. Knowledge and Understanding
A1 Demonstrate the ability to appraise the design fundamentals of Building Services and
Sustainable engineering.
A2 Develop the knowledge of fundamental engineering science and mathematical analysis.
A3 Demonstrate an ability to understand and apply the concepts of management and
contract administration within a legal framework in a project scenario;
A4 Demonstrate knowledge of social, environmental, legal and management issues
impacting upon Building Services and Sustainable Engineering practice.
A5 Identify the main principals of sustainability and sustainable development.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Knowledge development will be attained by lecture and seminars, case study, site visits and
visiting lecturers, practical projects and workshops.
Assessment methods
By completion of assignments, projects and problem based examinations in the engineering
and related modules throughout the programme.
B. Subject-specific skills
B1 Demonstrate a positive and enthusiastic attitude to their chosen field of engineering
B2 Demonstrate the ability to use information and communication technologies, in particular,
computer-aided design in the Building services and sustainable engineering process;
B3 Demonstrate occupational competence in a range of work skills within the context of
Building Engineering Services.
B4 Explain the principals of sustainability and sustainable development in the Building
Services Engineering process.
B5 Recognise the effects that power, energy, temperature and humidity have on building
fabrics and its occupants.
Teaching and Learning Methods
All modules involve the presentation of knowledge and understanding in a work /
professional context requiring the development of professional skills.
Subject specific skills will be attained by lecture and seminars, case study, site visits and
visiting lecturers, practical projects and workshops.
Assessment methods
Assessed by presentations, design based projects
C. Thinking Skills
C1 Identify and analyse broadly defined problems, evaluate optional strategies and optimise
appropriate solutions to problems in the fields of Building Services and Sustainable
Engineering.
C2 Undertake independent critical thinking.
C3 Demonstrate the ability to use creative thinking skills when providing solutions to
construction issues.
C4 Demonstrate the ability to analyse technical information.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Thinking skills development will be attained by participation in seminars and tutorials, group
and individual projects.
Assessment methods
Assignments , examination and projects
D. Other skills relevant to employability and personal development
D1 Communicate information, arguments and analysis, in variety of forms and implement
key techniques of Building Services and Sustainable Engineering.
D2 Demonstrate professional qualities and transferable skills necessary for progressing
towards Chartered Engineering Status.
D3 Progress and develop key learning skills and acquire new competences in a structured
manner by use of a personal and professional development plan that will enable the
candidates to assume significant responsibility within organisations.
D4 Manage teams and develop good working relationships and professional practice.
Teaching and Learning Methods
These skills are embedded in all programme modules, with specific references to key skills
development at both level 4 and 5
Assessment methods
Student presentations, group work, design projects , examination
13. Programme Structures*
Level
Module
Code
Credit
rating
NT2060
Engineering Analysis 3
NT 2048
Building Services
Engineering Systems
NT 2061
Building Environmental
Services
10
Individual Integrative
Project
30
Level 5
NT 2052
10
20
FdSc Building Services and
Sustainable Engineering
Requires 240 credits including
a minimum of 120 at Level 5 or
above.
70 - 100 Distinction
NT2057
CAD
10
60 - 69 Merit
NT2055
Thermo-Fluids 2
20
40 - 59 Pass
BN 2092
NT 1036
NT 1030
NT 1031
Level 4
Module Title
14. Awards and Credits*
NT 1032
Construction & Project
Management
Mathematics 2
Building Environmental
Science
Electrical Services
Engineering Systems
Mechanical Services
Engineering Systems
BN1091
Construction Technology 1
BN1085
Construction Management
BN1086
Construction Economics
BN 1997
Engineering Analysis 1
20
10
20
20
Fd Certificate in Building
Services and Sustainable
Engineering
20
20
10
10
10
Requires 120 credits at Level 4
or above
14. Personal Development Planning
Personal development planning is closely related to the acquisition of personal transferable
skills and developing such skills is an integral part of the course. Academic skills alone are
clearly insufficient to meet the demands of Building Services Engineers. The development
of additional interpersonal qualities is essential to enable you to initiate, direct and control
events effectively. To help achieve this objective, much of the tutorial and assignment work
in the modules will provide you with the opportunity for practical project work and the
development of problem solving skills.
Self and peer assessment forms part of your group projects, presentation exercises and the
final year project, as it is important to remember that when you leave education, it will be
crucial that you the ability and confidence to rely on your own judgement of yourself and your
peers.
Employers do not simply look for basic competences such as in numeracy, literacy and
communication skills, but also for motivation, time management, decision making, reliability,
team work and leadership skills. Your programme of study has been designed to help you to
develop all of the above mentioned skills and more.
15. Admissions criteria
Programme Specifications include minimum entry requirements, including academic
qualifications, together with appropriate experience and skills required for entry to study.
These criteria may be expressed as a range rather than a specific grade. Amendments to
entry requirements may have been made after these documents were published and you
should consult the University’s website for the most up to date information.
Students will be informed of their personal minimum entry criteria in their offer letter.
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Level 3 qualification in a related building services sector industry, such as plumbing
or electro mechanical
National Diploma or HNC in a related subject
Where applicants qualifications are not in a related area relevant work experience
will also be considered
All applicants will need to demonstrate ability in Maths and English to the equivalent of
GCSE Grade C or above.
Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed to ascertain their suitability to undertake the
course. Accreditation of prior certificated or experiential learning against some of the course
modules will be considered.
16. Key sources of information about the programme
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Ucas prospectus
www.uclan.ac.uk
Factsheet
17. Curriculum Skills Map
Please tick in the relevant boxes where individual Programme Learning Outcomes are being assessed
Programme Learning Outcomes
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Construction & Project
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Engineering Analysis 3
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NT1028
Issues in Sustainability
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Building Services
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Utilities and Services
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Construction Economics
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Engineering Analysis 1
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Note: Mapping to other external frameworks, e.g. professional/statutory bodies, will be included within Student Course Handbooks