Architectural Engineering Design 6

Code

ABEE4093

School

Architecture and Built Environment

Level

4

Credits

40

Semesters

Full Year UK

Summary

This module provides a design brief to which individual and teams of designers are expected to respond, adopting a holistic approach that views a building as a system both within its own right and as part of a wider system that extends beyond the boundaries of the site it occupies. Design responses must embody strategies addressing environmental, social and economic sustainability. This challenge could be approached in the following way (but not limited to):

• The development of initial building propositions, from which detailed design solutions will be evolved.
• Drawing upon experience gained in earlier design modules combined with the application of research skills to address the open-ended nature of the design challenge.
• Emulating some of the working practices employed in industry with design teams expected to adopt effective project management methods and demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills.

In case of re-assessment: For group failure - Resubmission of the group report.

For individual failure - Individual coursework submission based on a condensed version of the original group brief.

Target Students

MEng Architectural Environment Engineering students;); U7UAEENG (Year 4); U7UAEENGY (Year 5); U7UAEENGY1 (Year 5); (K241, K24A, K24D).

Assessment

• 25% Coursework 1: Group portfolio.
• 25% Coursework 2: individual portfolio
• 25% Coursework 3: Group portfolio
• 25% Coursework 4: Individual portfolio

Assessed in both autumn & spring semest

Educational Aims

Learning Outcomes

In successfully completing the assessment for this module, students will engage with the following Engineering Council learning outcomes:

M1   Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Much of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study and informed by a critical awareness of new developments and the wider context of engineering
 

M2   Formulate and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions. This will involve evaluating available data using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles, and using engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed

M3   Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed

M4   Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems

M9   Use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity

M16   Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. Evaluate effectiveness of own and team performance 

M15   Apply knowledge of engineering management principles, commercial context, project and change management, and relevant legal matters including intellectual property rights

M14   Discuss the role of quality management systems and continuous improvement in the context of complex problems
 

M13   Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations

M8   Identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct

M7   Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems (to include the entire life-cycle of a product or process) and minimise adverse impacts

M6   Apply an integrated or systems approach to the solution of complex problems

M5   Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health & safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards
 

M17   Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences, evaluating the effectiveness of the methods used

M18   Plan and record self-learning and development as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.

Conveners

• Dr Robin Wilson
• Mr Gullermo Guzman