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Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, Unit Catalogue 2011/12


AR50374: Façade construction

Click here for further information Credits: 6
Click here for further information Level: Masters UG & PG (FHEQ level 7)
Click here for further information Period: Academic Year
Click here for further information Assessment: CW 100%
Click here for further information Supplementary Assessment: Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations)
Click here for further information Requisites:
Click here for further information Description: Aims:
To provide an understanding of the principles and methods of façade construction.

Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the Unit the students should be able to:
* design and specify facades that meet the fundamental requirements of a wall.
* evaluate through life performance of a façade.

Skills:
Holistic review of façade detailing in a whole building context. Critical assessment of facade detailing. Written and oral communications. These skills are facilitated and assessed.

Content:
Forms of façade construction, support systems and interface design, building and cladding movement, sealing building envelopes, fire performance, access, maintenance and refurbishment.
Click here for further informationProgramme availability:

AR50374 is Compulsory on the following programmes:

Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering
  • TEAR-AFM14 : MSc Architectural Engineering: Façade Engineering (Full-time)
  • TEAR-APM14 : MSc Architectural Engineering: Façade Engineering (Part-time)
  • TEAR-AFL14 : PG Dip Architectural Engineering: Façade Engineering (Full-time)
  • TEAR-APL14 : PG Dip Architectural Engineering: Façade Engineering (Part-time)

NB. Programmes and units are subject to change at any time, in accordance with normal University procedures.