UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA

CENTRE OF STUDIES FOR QUANTITY SURVEYING

FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE, PLANNING AND SURVEYING

LECTURE SCHEDULE (ODL)

SESSION : OCTOBER 2022 – FEBRUARY 2023

PROGRAMME : BACHELOR OF QUANTITY SURVEYING (HONOURS)

COURSE : CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY III
COURSE CODE : BQS502
SEMESTER : 03
CREDIT HOURS : 2
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS/WEEK : 2
TOTAL TUTORIAL HOURS/WEEK : -
COURSE LECTURERS : PROF MADYA DR ROHANA MAHBUB (RESOURCE PERSON)
DR MOHD ARIF MARHANI DR MOHD AZRAI AZMAN
AHMAD ARZLEE HASSAN
HANAFI HARIS
DR SYED AHMAD QUSOIRI SYED ABDUL KARIM – SRI
ISKANDAR
FARAH-AJLAA BINTI JULAIHI – KOTA SAMARAHAN
MEDIUM OF TEACHING : ENGLISH

1.0 COURSE OUTCOMES

Upon completion, students should be able to:
CO1 Understand the basic structural theory and concepts; including the characteristics, design
requirements and method of construction of reinforced concrete structures, pre-stressed concrete,
steel structures and building enclosures.
CO2 Explore the concept, installation process and selection of innovative method of construction and
alteration, demolition and refurbishment works.

2.0 SYNOPSIS / COURSE DESCRIPTION

The course is designed to provide the students with the knowledge, understanding and skills in the
construction of high-rise or complex buildings. This course includes the concept and types of in-situ
reinforced concrete, pre-stressed concrete and steel structures and building enclosures, demolition and
alteration works. This course also covers innovative methods of construction, which include sustainable
materials and methods of construction.

3.0 MODE OF TEACHING / METHOD OF INSTRUCTION

Lectures, Tutorials, Blended Learning (MOOC) and Site Visits (if necessary to observe and compare the
local and/or international practices of the related topics)

4.0 ASSESSMENT
Test : 50%
Assignment :
Tutorial : 40%
Passing Mark : 10%
50%

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5.0 LESSON PLAN/LECTURE SCHEDULE

WEEK DATE SCOPE OF COVERAGE/ REMARKS

LECTURE AREA
1 11/10/2022 - Introduction to the Course Syllabus and Requirements
14/10/2022
2 17/10/2022 – Basic Structural Theory and Concepts
21/10/2022 • Structural behaviour
• Structural Design

3 24/10/2022 – Reinforced Concrete Structures Assignment 1: Tutorial

28/10/2022 • Types (Presentation 10% - different
• Selection
topics throughout the
semester)
4 31/10/2022– Reinforced Concrete Structures
4/11/2022 • Suitability
• Methods of Construction
5 7/11/2022– Pre-stressed Concrete Frames
11/11/2022 • Types
• Selection

6 14/11/2022 – Pre-stressed Concrete Frames

18/11/2022 • Application
• Suitability
MID SEMESTER BREAK 21st November – 27th November 2022
7 28/11/2022 – Steel Structures
2/12//2022 Assignment 2
• Types, selection, fabrication and installation: frames,
floors, roof including the accessories, roof covering (Report 20% + Presentation
and cladding 20% - Case Study)
8 5/12/2022 – Steel Structures
9/12/2022 • Types, selection, fabrication and installation: frames,
floors, roof including the accessories, roof
covering and cladding
9 12/12/2022- Innovative Methods of Construction
16/12/2022 • Introduction to IBS
• Off-site and pre-assembly components (modern
method of construction)

10 19/12/2022- Innovative Methods of Construction

23/12/2022 • Types, selection, design considerations (including
modular coordination)
• Suitability and Methods of construction
SPECIAL BREAK 26th December 2022 – 1st January 2023 (CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR)
11 2/1/2023- Building Enclosure: Wall System
6/1/2023 • Types, design considerations and selection
• Methods of Construction
12 9/1/2023- Building Enclosure: Complex Roof System
13/1/2023 • Types, design considerations and selection
• Methods of construction
13 16/1/2023- Demolition and Alteration Works
20/1/2023 • Introduction and general considerations to demolition
and alteration, refurbishment, restoration and
conservation works.
14 23/1/2023- Demolition and Alteration Works
27/1/2023 • Introduction and general considerations to demolition Test (50%)
and alteration, refurbishment, restoration and
conservation works.
REVISION WEEK 30th January – 5th February 2023
EXAMINATION WEEK 6th February – 21st February 2023
SEMESTER BREAK 20th February – 19th March 2023 2
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REFERENCES (this list is according to the syllabus - please note that you are required to use the latest edition of the books listed
below)

Recommended Text

Chudley, R. (1999). Advanced Construction Technology (3rd Edition). Oxford: Blackwell Science

Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. (2010). Building Construction Handbook (8th Edition). Routledge, London.

References

Barry, R. (2001). Construction of Buildings. Oxford: Blackwell Science

Chew Yit Lin (2001). Construction Technology for Tall Buildings (2nd Edition) Singapore: World Scientific

Ching, Francis, D.K and Adams C (2001). Building Construction Illustrated. New York: John Wiley & Sons

Chudley, R. (2001) Building Construction Handbook (4th Edition) London: Butterworth Heinemann

Fleming, E (2005) Construction Technology: An Illustrated Introduction. Oxford: UK Blackwell Publishing

Foster, J.S. (2000). Structure and Fabric Part 2 (6th Edition). London:Longman

Gambhir, M.C. (1997) Concrete Technology (2nd Edition). India: Tata McGraw Hill.

Mamlouk, M.S. and Zaniewski, J.P. (2005) Materials for Civil and Construction Engineers. New Jersey: Prentice Hall

Michael, C.Y.L (2001) Construction Technology for Tall Buildings. Singapore: World Scientific

Nunnally, S.W. (2001). Construction Methods and Management. New Jersey: Prentice Hall

Riley, M. (2005) Construction Technology 3: The Technology of Refurbishment and Maintenance.. London: Palgrave MacMillan

Chudley, R. (2006). Advanced Construction Technology. England: Pearson Prentice Hall

Simmons, H.L. (2007). Construction Materials, Principles and Methods. New York: John Wiley & Sons.

Spiegel, R. & Meadows, D. (2006). Green Building Materials: A Guide to Product Selection and Specification. New York: John
Wiley & Sons.

William, P and Spence, E.K. (2011) Construction Materials, Methods and Techniques: Building for a Sustainable Future.
Clifton Park NY: Delmar Cengage Learning

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