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Core Module Information
Module title: Design and Building Standards 2
SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: BSV08413
Module leader: Elena Prokofieva
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 introduces the technical specifications for the buildings as set in current Scottish Building Standards for domestic and non-domestic buildings. Part 2 of the module covers Environment and Fire sections of the BS for Scotland. This module offers an insight into the history and development of the Building Control system in Scotland which led to the ‘The Building Scotland Act, 2003’. The module provides an understanding of the role of the Building Standards Division in Scotland and the role of Scottish Ministers. The ‘Procedural Handbook’, which defines the relationship between the general public and Building Control is reviewed in detail. Key aspects of the handbook include the nature and issuing of ‘Building Warrant’, enforcement measures, the issue of dangerous and defective buildings, the nature of certifiers of design and construction and what is meant by a verifier. The module employs a mix of regulatory texts, graphical visualisation, technical drawings and site inspection evidence. Various types of constructions and the issues associated with these types are reviewed for compliance with relevant Sections. In addition, the module covers fire engineering related topics, such as fire and smoke growth, fire resistance, detection and suppression, means of escape, design to improve the fire safety in existing and new buildings.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically reflect upon the requirements of Building Acts, Legislation and Procedures.

LO2: Demonstrate a knowledge of Building Control Procedures, warrant application, fees and enforcement.

LO3: Accurately assess technical information on building component details and drawings for compliance with selected Sections of the Technical Handbooks.

LO4: Critically reflect upon the principles governing fire in buildings, active and passive control measures and means of escape.

LO5: Accurately assess the design of buildings and building elements in relation to compliance with the Building Standards (Scotland) Regulations, 2004.

LO6: Demonstrate ability in the preparation of a set of Building Warrant application drawings and construction details with associated outline specifications to comply with current regulations.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
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Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Elena Prokofieva
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 18 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 demonstrations, videos, group or individual work.
Face To Face Tutorial 17 Tutorials help to further students' knowledge of particular topics. This may involve calculations, asking questions, group or individual work, and discussion.
Online Guided independent study 165 Guided independent study may involve reading, working on tutorial tasks or reflective exercises, accessing resources discussed in class and working on assessment individually or in small group.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 60 1~2~3~4~5~6 Week 2 , WORDS= 1500 words The students are expected to work in groups, make observations, analyse drawings and given scope, then prepare a report for the client that includes the information you need to submit for building warrant approval. The group works with provided drawings of a residential building and creates the full report and the presentation for a mock client of what is required to gain Building Warrant for the property.
Oral Presentation 40 1~2~3~4~5~6 Week 1 HOURS= 20 minutes On presentation day the group presents on their findings on CW study on how to achieve the Building Warrant. They are also expected to answer questions from a mock Building Warrant officer (lecturer).The group is expected to present their findings in Coursework group work and answer the questions.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
BSV08413 Design and Building Standards Part 2
 

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