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Tutorials Semester 1
Ethos
The tutorial part of the timetable is a series of investigative research topics centred upon those
subjects covered in the module and aimed to support lectures, the development of research
and evaluation skills and provide further opportunity for student engagement.
The six tutorial subjects will require students to undertake an independent study of the topics.
They aim to encourage student participation to maximise their learning. Specifically, some
topics covered in the tutorials form part of the formal assessment (exam and
assignment) and therefore students should make full use of them in helping them to develop
their knowledge and understanding.
Tutorial 1
Sustainable waste
Managing waste sustainably, legally, efficiently and cost-effectively during the construction of
the Olympic Park was a complex challenge. The Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA)
managed this by implementing a centralised approach to waste.
Discuss this statement, explaining the importance of this approach in relation to:
The total construction and demolition waste for England was estimated at 77.4 million
tonnes in 2010.
designers
manufacturers
& suppliers
contractors
subcontractors
C). Evaluate steel and concrete, in their many forms, and then explain which one you think is
the more sustainable structural material.
D). New innovative construction materials are currently being tested, In future construction
projects what materials could perhaps rival steel and concrete as we know them today?
A. Hatfield 1 of 4 pages
University of Wolverhampton 2012-2013
School of Technology Built Environment
5CN001
Tutorial 2
Construction began in 1997 but it was not until August 2008 that
the building was officially opened and became the tallest building in
China. Amongst the high profile tenants are the Mizuho
Corporation and Sumitomo Mitsui, two of Japans leading banks.
Ground conditions.
Change in design after the foundations had been
completed.
C). Identify the safety features that have been integrated into the
structure and explain what lessons have been learned from the
collapse of the World Trade Centre on September 2001.
Tutorial 3
With reference to the video entitled 'The Great British Housing Disaster', discuss the problems
with the industrialised 'system' buildings and assess the contribution of each of the following
parties:
A).
The government
The contractors
The workforce
The designers
Any other contributors
C). In 2012, what are the major lessons to be learnt from this so called 1960s disaster ?
A. Hatfield 2 of 4 pages
University of Wolverhampton 2012-2013
School of Technology Built Environment
5CN001
Tutorial 4
Completed in 2007, it is one of the most exclusive buildings in Madrid. It forms part of the
Cuatro Torres complex and comprises of office space, restaurant and parking for 1,150 cars.
Tutorial 5
In August 2008, the Burj Khalifa (Dubai Tower) became the tallest man-made structure ever.
It stands at 828m (2,716ft). It boasts more than 160 floors and is currently the largest free-
standing structure in the word.
Foundation design
Super Structure
A. Hatfield 3 of 4 pages
University of Wolverhampton 2012-2013
School of Technology Built Environment
5CN001
Tutorial 6
Completed in 2004, Le Viaduc de Millau is the highest vehicle carrying bridge in the world and
only 38 m (125 feet) shorter than the Empire State Building. It was designed by structural
engineer Michel Virlogeux and British architect Norman Foster.
It was conceived as a means to alleviate traffic congestion and crosses the valley of the River
Tarn in Aveyron, France. It carries the A75 Autoroute that links Paris to Barcelona in Spain.
The primary contract was won by Compagnie Eiffage du Viaduc de Millau and construction
began in October 2001, finishing ahead of schedule in December 2004.
A). Evaluate the steel and concrete components; what processes were used to construct:
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A. Hatfield 4 of 4 pages