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Core Module Information
Module title: Building Design and Technology 1 (GA)
SCQF level: 07:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: BSV07400
Module leader: Behrang Vand Alimohammadisagvand
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Built Environment
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module provides students with a foundational understanding of how buildings are designed and constructed—from initial site preparation through to occupancy. It covers key stages of the construction process including site and soil analysis, foundation systems, construction plant and site management, and the selection and application of building materials used across the globe. Students will also explore building envelope systems, roof structures, internal partitions, and the integration of mechanical and energy systems.The module combines regulatory guidelines with visual representations to help students understand where materials are used within the building, how different elements work together, and the logical sequence of construction activities. Through this approach, students gain insight into how materials and systems function during the operational life of a building.By the end of the module, learners will be able to contextualize design decisions in relation to material performance and building services, setting a strong foundation for more advanced study in subsequent modules related to design, performance assessment, and sustainable construction.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: To assess site, soil, and regulatory constraints and determine suitable foundation systems.

LO2: To select and apply building materials for the envelope and internal partitions based on performance criteria.

LO3: To identify structural and enclosure components—such as roof, walls, and partitions—and explain their interactions.

LO4: To develop a logical sequence of construction activities and implement site management, including plant operations and safety compliance.

LO5: To integrate mechanical and energy systems within the building fabric and evaluate their effect on operational performance.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 1, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Behrang Vand Alimohammadisagvand
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 20 Lectures are to introduce and explain topics and to guide students towards further reading or other resources for self-study. This may be supplemented by class discussions, group or individual work and videos.
Face To Face Tutorial 20 Tutorials deepen students’ knowledge of specific topics through a variety of activities, including guest lectures (in-person or recorded), scheduled group work, class discussions, practical case examples, presentations, individual or group exercises, and videos with follow-up discussion.
Online Guided independent study 160 Guided independent study may involve reading, working on tutorial tasks or reflective exercises, accessing resources discussed in class and working on assessments.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Oral Presentation 40 1~2~3~4~5 Week 1 HOURS= 15 - 20 minutes This coursework is delivered as a group presentation. Students will form their own teams and select any building type of their choice. Each team must conduct a thorough analysis of that building’s construction process—from inception (site preparation and foundations) through to completion (finishing works and handover)—and gather detailed information on every key construction phase to ensure comprehensive coverage.
Project - Written 60 1~2~3~4~5 Week 10 , WORDS= 3000 words This is the second coursework for this module, to be completed individually. Students must submit a written report demonstrating their understanding of building design and technology by precisely describing the construction process—from initial site works and foundations through to handover and occupancy.
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
BSV07400 Building Design Technology 1
 

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