Building Materials

Unit code: NBC2005 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Online Real Time
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

The unit introduces the students to the behaviour, properties, performance and limitations of the most widely used construction materials. It also incorporates a comprehensive approach relating to the discovery and application of sustainable measures and initiatives in the area of modern building materials. The important link between ecologically sustainable design and construction material choice is explored, including the significance of Green Star Ratings.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Identify the types, properties and applicability of materials; most commonly used in building construction work
  2. Demonstrate an appropriate knowledge of both traditional and contemporary construction and building materials such as masonry, aluminium, glass, polymers and composites
  3. Identify the application and installation requirements of construction materials and components in various environments;
  4. Distinguish the factors which influence the choice and selection of sustainable materials for adequate performance, including life cycle analysis and recyclability; and
  5. Describe the importance of the WHS and environmental requirements for working in a construction site with specific materials

Study as a single unit

This unit can be studied on its own, without enrolling in a full degree.

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Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Report
|
Grade: 20%
Group Lab Reports (2)
Assessment type: Report
|
Grade: 40%
Team Report and Presentation
Assessment type: Test
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Grade: 20%
Tests (2) (week1 and 4)
Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: 20%
A reflection on the use of modern and sustainable building materials

Required reading

Students will be provided with class notes and additional resources online, in line with the topics. There are no required texts for this unit.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Building Surveying
NBBS | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)
NHCM | Bachelor honours degree | Duration: 4 years

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