FACULTY OF

DEPARTMENT OF VISUAL
COMMUNICATION DESIGN

Diploma in Interior Design

DIIND1

Study Guide

2020

Interior Construction, Codes & Regulations 101

ICCR101

16 Credits

This module was revised in: November 2019 & January 2020
Revised by: L.Kemm-Stols & H. Khubisa
Name of Lecturer : Hlengiwe Khubisa
Office : CA0004
Campus location :City Campus
Telephone :031 373 6503
Fax No :
E-Mail :hlengiwem2@dut.ac.za
Consultation times with Lecturer: Refer to timetable

Head of Department : Nicolaas Human

Programme coordinator :
Campus location : City Campus
Room number : CB0006D
Telephone : 031 373 6504
Fax No :
Departmental Secretary : Parveen Randeree
Programme secretary : Senele Nhlumayo

Contact details : 031 373 6503

senelen@dut.ac.za

Lectures :4
Practicals :3

Tutorials :2

Lecture Venue : CA0005

Practical Venue : CA0005

Tutorial Venue : CA0005
Duration : 1 Semester, 160 Notional hours
Relevant Policies and rules:
Please refer to institutional rules, the departmental handbook and programme rules.

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1. Welcome

Welcome to the Interior Construction, Codes & Regulations 101 module! In this module you
will be introduced to interior construction principles and learn how to specify and document
your designs. You will also learn how to apply national building regulations to ensure user
safety in your interior designed environments.

This module is structured towards your eventual functioning in the workplace, in which you
will be required to have a working knowledge of building laws, codes and regulations, be
able to specify lighting for each environment, effectively communicate a design through
various working drawing types and understand various types of services required in an
internal space.

You will be given theory lectures, assignments, practical work in the form of a portfolio and a
test to complete. While you will need to know and understand the theory in the course notes,
you will need to be able to apply what you know to your assignments. You will also need to
read other material (library books, journals, and recommended standard documents) to
supplement the information you receive in theory lectures.

2. Using your online classroom

If you are registered as a student or staff at DUT, access your TLZ modules from
https://tlz.dut.ac.za

To login:

Your TLZ user name is the first part of your DUT email -- everything up to, but not including
@dut4life.ac.za or @dut.ac.za.

E.g., if your email is bongani@dut.ac.za, then you would use bongani as your TLZ user
name. If your email is 2112834@dut4life.ac.za, then your TLZ user name is 2112834

After you typed your user name, click in the next field and type your DUT email password

If you need assistance:

• For general login problems, request assistance from the tutors based in the library or
your residence.
• For course related problems, ask your lecturer.
• For technical problems, you may email tlzsupport@dut.ac.za – outline your problem
step by step, with screen captures of the problem if possible.
• Or, you may call 031 373 6810 during office hours.

3. Introduction to the module

This module will introduce you to interior construction principles and teach you how to
specify and document your designs whilst considering the services that are required in the
space. You will also learn how to apply national building regulations to ensure user safety in
your interior designed environments.

4. Learning outcomes

After completion of this module, you will be able to;

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• Discuss legislation for the built environment including building codes, laws,
regulations and safety standards
• Evaluate lighting specifications and applications
• Document electrical and lighting specifications, including power distribution and
telecommunication systems
• Evaluate acoustics within an interior environment
• Document construction methods and applications for non-load bearing interior
systems

5. Learning, teaching and assessment strategies

a) Learning activities

Interior Construction, Codes & Regulations 101 is a 16 credit module and will therefore need
160 hours of study spread across the duration of the study period. These 160 hours can be
broken down as follows;

Learning activity % learning time

Lectures (face to face, limited interaction or technologically 30%

mediated)
Tutorials: individual groups of 30 or less
10%
Syndicate groups
0%
Practical workplace experience (experiential learning/work-
0%
based learning etc)
Independent self-study of standard texts and references (study
guides, books, journal articles) 10%
Independent self-study of specially prepared materials (case 10%
studies, multi-media, etc)
Technology mediated learning 20%
Assignments (including groupwork, independent study, 20%
planning and implementation)

100%
Total:

b) Graduate attributes

1. Critical and creative thinkers who work independently and

collaboratively.
Graduates will be effective problem solvers capable of applying logical, critical
and creative thinking strategies. They will have developed competencies that
enable them to function effectively as team members who are resourceful and
responsible and able to manage relationships with other team members.
2. Knowledgeable practitioners.
Graduates will have an in-depth knowledge in their chosen field of study, and
an ability to apply that knowledge in practice.
3. Effective communicators

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 Graduates demonstrated proficiency in communicating and presenting
complex arguments and ideas effectively in oral and written forms and to
diverse audiences.
4. Culturally, environmentally and socially aware within a local and global
context;
Graduates will have engaged in processes to enable them to recognise the
seminal cultural, environmental and social issues that have an impact both on
their local context and globally. They are aware of the ethical implications of
human behaviour.
5. Active and reflective learners;
Graduates will take active, personal responsibility for their learning to enhance
their professional and personal life and career development.

c) Assessment

Formative assessment may take place through tutorials, one-on-one and/or group
guidance and advice, and critiques of intermediate stages of an assignment.
Summative assessment will include individualised critical feedback in writing, orally,
and/or online.

Summative assessment are varied and can typically include;

Two Assignments: 40% of the final module mark.
One Portfolio: 40% of the final module mark.
A portfolio would be considered as a collection of works or
assignments which represent the student’s skills and
accomplishments over the duration of the module. The students
will be allowed to re-work assignments for inclusion in their
portfolio in order to improve their final mark.
One test: 20% of the final module mark

The final portfolio mark will be marked by the lecturer and moderated by an internal
lecturer.

You will be given guidance and feedback during the duration of the exercises and
assignments. Each assignment will receive a mark, which will be accompanied by
written, online and/or oral feedback related to the brief given and assessment criteria
applied. Feedback on assessments will be provided within 10 days of the submission
date. Following this you may re-work projects for the final portfolio assessment in order
to improve your marks.

At risk students will be identified and interventions will be implemented to assist these
students where necessary.

d) Activities to promote learning

You will be required to engage with further resources including;

Moodle: You will be given access to an online classroom, for this module. You will be
required to upload assignments, collaborate with each other online, download course
materials and obtain access to additional reading materials through this platform. You

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will be expected to keep up to date with announcements made through this platform
and engage in a professional manner at all times.

Reading List: There are various additional readings and textbooks which will assist
your learning in this subject. Please remember that DUT has an extensive library on
campus for your use.

e) Library orientation

Your subject librarian is Nozipho Majola. Please ask for her assistance should you require
help with information sources for assignments. Please also refer to the recommended
reading list under each module component. You will be given a date to attend library
orientation. An assignment will be set based on attendance at the library orientation.

Prescribed readings:
 Ching. Frances, D, K. 2012. Interior Design Illustrated. 3rd Ed. Wiley. New Jersey &
Canada.
 National Building regulations and building standards act no. 103 of 1997. 2008.
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2.5. South Africa.

6. Scheme of work
SEMESTER 1 TERM 1 (3 FEBRUARY – 3 APRIL)
DAY DATE WEEK TOPIC ACTIVITY
Tues 4 Feb 1 Introduction to the module Lesson
Thurs 6 Feb 2 Introduction to Building Laws and regulations
Assignment 01
National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act

Tues 11 Feb 3 Building Laws and Regulations Sections A-K Lesson and Tutorial
Thurs 13 Feb 4

Tues 18 Feb Building Laws and Regulations Sections L-XA Lesson and Tutorial
Thurs 21 Feb
Tues 25 Feb 5 The application of the National Building Regulations Lesson and Tutorial
Thurs 27 Feb 6
Tues 3 March Electrical Systems Lesson
Thurs 5 March Electrical Circuits Assignment 01
Electrical Outlets Submission

Tues 10 March 7 Lighting Principles Lesson and Tutorial

12 March 8 Electric light sources
Lamps
Assignment 02
Tues 17 March 9 Light Fixtures Lesson and Tutorial
Thurs 19 March 10 Types of light fixtures
Lighting Design
Measuring Light
Tues 24 March 11 Acoustic Principles Lesson and Tutorial
Thurs 26 March 12 Noise Reduction

Tues 31 March 13 Sound in offices Lesson and Tutorial

02 April 14

SEMESTER 1 TERM 2 (14 APRIL – 19 JUNE)

Tues 14 April 15 Floors Lesson
Thurs 16 April 16 Walls Assignment 02
Wall construction

Tues 21 April 17 Load bearing walls Lesson and Tutorial

Thurs 23 April 18 Non load bearing walls
Freestanding partitioning

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Tues 28 April 19 Wall openings Lesson and Tutorial
Thurs 30 April 20 Wall texture
Wall finishes
Tues 5 May 21 Ceilings Lesson and Tutorial
Thurs 7 May 22 Ceiling forms
Ceilings and light

Tues 12 May 23 Windows Lesson and Tutorial

Thurs 14 May 24 Window construction
Doors
Door operation
Door construction
Tues 19 May 25 Test 01 Test
Thurs 21 May 26 Roofs Lesson
Roof construction
Tues 26 May 27 Portfolio preparation Lesson and Tutorial
Thurs 28 May 28 Portfolio submission
Tues 2 June 29 Module overview Tutorial
Thurs 4 June 30
Tues 9 June 31 Module overview Tutorial
Thurs 11 June 32
Tues 16 June PUBLIC HOLIDAY Tutorial
Thurs 18 June 33 Module overview

The lesson plan should serve as a guide and is subject to change without notice

Timetable
TIMETABLE TIMETABLE TIMETABLE TIMETABLE TIMETABLE TIMETABLE
Time 1st Year DIP 1ST SEM 1st Year DIP 2ND SEM 2nd Year ND 3rd Year ND 4th Year 1ST SEM 4th Year 2ND SEM MAA
MONDAY MONDAY MONDAY MONDAY MONDAY
08.00-09.00 INT DES COMM HK INT DES 101 HK IDSN PMET MODEL SB LK
09.00-10.00 INT DES COMM HK INT DES 101 HK PMET PHOTO PT PMET MODEL SB PDP LK PROD/MAT LK
10.00-11.00 INT DES COMM (T) INT DES 101 PMET PHOTO PT DSTH MR PDP LK PROD/MAT LK HK
11.00-12.00 INT DES COMM (T) INT DES 101 IDSN TYPO PT DSTH MR PDP LK PROD/MAT LK
12.00-1300 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH
13.00-14.00 GEN ED INST INT DES 101 HK PMET MODEL LK DSTC CONST SB RESEARCH MR CONSTR MR
14.00-15.00 GEN ED INST INT DES 101 HK PMET MODEL LK DSTC CONST SB RESEARCH MR CONSTR MR
15.00.16.00 GEN ED INST INT DES 101 PMET MODEL DSTC CONST RESEARCH MR CONSTR MR
16.00-17.00 INT DES 101 PMET MODEL DSTC CONST
TUESDAY TUESDAY TUESDAY TUESDAY TUESDAY
08.00-09.00 GEN ED FACULTY DTSC MAT HK INDP WIL SB
09.00-10.00 HEN MR IDSN HK PMET PRES SB
10.00-11.00 HEN MR IDSN HK PMET PRES SB PDP LK
11.00-12.00 HEN MR IDSN HK PMET PRES SB PDP LK
12.00-1300 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH
13.00-14.00 PROD & MAT SB DSTC CONST PT IDSN CONSTR (T)
14.00-15.00 GEN ED C/STONE PROD & MAT SB DSTC CONST PT CONSTR (T)
15.00-16.00 GEN ED C/STONE PROD & MAT DSTC CONST IDSN CONSTR (T)
16.00-17.00 PROD & MAT DSTC CONST IDSN
WED WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY
08.00-09.00 INT DES COMM INT DES 101 IDSN LK IDSN SB
09.00-10.00 INT DES COMM INT DES 101 PT IDSN LK IDSN SB
10.00-11.00 INT DES COMM CAD PT INT DES 101 PT DSTH MR IDSN SB PROD/MAT HK
11.00-12.00 INT DES COMM P/S PT INT DES 101 PT DSTH MR PDPR LK PROD/MAT HK
12.00-1300 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH
13.00-14.00 TUTOR PROD & MAT (T) PMET CAD PT TUTOR Meetings / crits
14.00-15.00 TUTOR PROD & MAT (T) PMET CAD PT TUTOR Meetings / crits
15.00-16.00 TUTOR TUTOR PMET CAD TUTOR Meetings / crits
16.00-17.00 TUTOR TUTOR PMET CAD TUTOR Meetings / crits
THURSDAY THURSDAY THURSDAY THURSDAY
08.00-09.00 GEN ED C/STONE INT DES 101 HK IDSN (T) IDSN
09.00-10.00 GEN ED C/STONE INT DES 101 HK IDSN (T) IDSN T ID MR
10.00-11.00 INT DES 101 IDSN (T) IDSN T ID MR CONSTR MR
11.00-12.00 INT DES 101 DTSC SERV SB DSTC SERV LK ID MR CONSTR MR
12.00-1300 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH
13.00-14.00 INT CONST (HK) PMET CAD PT RESEARCH MR
14.00-15.00 INT CONST (HK) PMET CAD PT RESEARCH MR
15.00.16.00 IDSN PMET CAD
16.00-17.00 IDSN PMET CAD
FRIDAY FRIDAY FRIDAY FRIDAY FRIDAY
08.00-09.00 GEN ED FACULTY INT DES 101 PMET IDSN TYPO PT ID HK CONSTR HK
09.00-10.00 GEN ED FACULTY INT DES 101 PDPR LK PMET PHOTO PT ID HK CONSTR HK MR
10.00-11.00 INT CONST HK INT DES 101 PMET PRES LK PMET PHOTO PT MR
11.00-12.00 INT CONST HK INT DES 101 PMET PRES LK DSTC MAT SB MR
12.00-1300 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH
13.00-14.00 LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH
14.00-15.00 LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH
15.00.16.00 LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH
16.00-17.00 LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH LIBRARY/RESEARCH
*Room 19 Hlengiw e Khubisa HK Lyndall Kem m Stols LK Sue Barrett SB Michelle Reynolds MR
#Room 31D HM (level coordinator) LK (level coordinator) SB (level coordinator)
~Cad Room T=
Meetings / crits CONSULTATION

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7. Copyright and plagiarism

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8. Student support

• The Faculty of Arts has a Writing Centre which is available to students to assist with
any written work. Students are encouraged to contact the Writing Centre to make an
appointment if they require assistance.
Contact person: Andrea Alcock
Tel: 031 3732365
Email: andrea@dut.ac.za
Room no: City Campus Room 124

• Student Counselling:

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 Students who have possible personal problems are required to approach the lecturer
in charge of their year and if necessary the lecturer will refer the student to the Student
Counseling.
Contact: (031) 373 2262 to make an appointment with a counsellor (free of charge)

• Additional lectures and or tutorials will be scheduled if deemed necessary by lecturer

and students.

• Students are requested to refer to the timetable for consultation hours of individual
lecturers. Private appointments must be made with each individual lecturer at a time
convenient for both parties.

• Students are monitored through ongoing tests & assignments and are issued a mid-
year report. Students who are at risk of failing are identified through these measures
and are called in to discuss progress firstly with the lecturer & then may be referred to
the Programme Co-ordinator.

9. Work Integrated Learning (WIL), industry, community, and occupation-

related information.

Professional bodies
Institute of Interior Design (IID) http://www.iidprofessions.com
South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) http://www.sacapsa.com

Societies
Durban Art Deco Society http://www.durbandeco.org.za/
Friends of Architectural heritage http://www.heritagematters.org.za/

Exhibitions
Design Indaba conference, Young designers simulcast and expo:
http://www.designindaba.com/
Decorex Durban: http://www.decorex.co.za/durban.cfm
East Coast Radio House and Garden Show http://www.housegardenshow.co.za

Local art galleries

KZNSA http://www.nsagallery.co.za/
Art Space Durban http://artspace-durban.com/

10. Quality assurance and enhancement

Student feedback of the module and of lecturers is obtained through the completion of SEQ
& LEQ forms. This process is processed by the CQPA in order to avoid prejudice.

Feedback should be given to students within 2 weeks (10 working days) of completing a test
/ assignment / practical. Feedback provides an avenue through which lecturer and student
can analytically assess and measure work against that of the class group and industry
standards. Industry representatives, where possible, will provide feedback on practical work.

Student class representatives are invited to attend Staff / Student meetings in order to
provide staff with current problems experienced by students. Staff will endeavour to attend to
student matters or concerns as raised at these meetings.

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