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DESIGN STUDIO 5
DESIGN STUDIO 5
DESIGN STUDIO 5
DESIGN STUDIO 5
DESIGN STUDIO 5
DESIGN STUDIO 5
DESIGN STUDIO 5
DESIGN STUDIO 5
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 1

This module is the first part of building construction modules. It intends to develop the understand of the principles and practices of the construction technology in relation to site and building components.
PROJECT 1
The first project is aim to expose and introduce students to various construction elements by visiting construction sites. It also enhance to the understanding of the principles construction, sequence of construction activities, importance of basic detailing, construction joints and material applications through real life projects. It also creates an opportunity to study the relationship between site and construction method.
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For the first project, in a group of five to six people, we were to select an ongoing construction site which visibly demonstrates most of the covered topics in the syllabus. We need to identify different types of building elements and its construction process, details and materials. We were to study and record construction if different building elements, which we have learnt in this module. We are then to compile our findings in an A3 bound report with visual explanations, sketches and manual drawings including the detailing in our documentation.
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Below is my group's work for this project.
From this assignment, I have learnt to produce a complete documentation and analysis of the construction elements. I am also able to understand and explain the construction elements and its components as well as understanding the current construction technology on the construction site.
PROJECT 2
For the second project, it involves in understanding the construction details and specifications of a simple building. This project is designed to allow us to apply the knowledge and construction details into our chosen building.
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For the second and final project for this module, individually, we were to proposed details for certain sections of a building, both structural and architectural detailing. Our task is to find and analyse the construction of a 2-storey or 3-storey residential building where we need to identify and propose only two construction details for the selected elements of the building. We are then to draw the building manually including the appropriate specifications, symbols, dimensions and the proposed materials.
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Below is my work for this project.

From this assignment, I have learnt to apply suitable construction elements, material and detail/joint solutions suitable for a specific design. I am also able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of buildability as well as to demonstrate certain levels of manual drawing and sketching skills.