1. General information
Course:
BUILDING AND PREFABRICATION
Code:
310802
Type:
CORE COURSE
ECTS credits:
4.5
Degree:
2343 - MASTERS DEGREE PROGRAMME IN ENGINEERING OF ROADS, CANALS AND PORTS
Academic year:
2022-23
Center:
603 - E.T.S. CIVIL ENGINEERS OF CR
Group(s):
20
Year:
1
Duration:
First semester
Main language:
English
Second language:
Spanish
Use of additional languages:
English Friendly:
N
Web site:
Bilingual:
N
Lecturer:
JOSE ANTONIO LOZANO GALANT
- Group(s):
20
Building/Office
Department
Phone number
Email
Office hours
Edificio Politécnica/A-41
INGENIERÍA CIVIL Y DE LA EDIFICACIÓN
+34 926 05 23 33
joseantonio.lozano@uclm.es
They will be agreed with the students at the beginning of the semester.
2. Pre-Requisites
A basic knowlegde of the following topics is advised: (1) Concrete and Steel structures, (2) Geotechnical Engineering, (3) Materials strength, (4) Calculation of structures.
3. Justification in the curriculum, relation to other subjects and to the profession
In this holistic and skills focused course students will gain the skills to work in an architectural practice or building design company. Students will learn how to design and calculate the main structural typologies in buildings (such as beams, trusses, frames, cables or arches). To do so, firstly they will draw sketches and perform hand calculations to address the structural behavior of the main building elements (columns, slabs, beams, pads, piles…). This information will be used to check the calculations obtained by Building Information Modelling (BIM) simulation software.
4. Degree competences achieved in this course
| Course competences | |
|---|---|
| Code | Description |
| CB06 | Possess and understand knowledge that provides a basis or opportunity to be original in the development and / or application of ideas, often in a research context. |
| CB07 | Apply the achieved knowledge and ability to solve problems in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to the area of study |
| CB08 | Be able to integrate knowledge and face the complexity of making judgments based on information that, being incomplete or limited, includes reflections on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of knowledge and judgments |
| CB09 | Know how to communicate the conclusions and their supported knowledge and ultimate reasons to specialized and non-specialized audiences in a clear and unambiguous way |
| CB10 | Have the learning skills which allow to continue studying in a self-directed or autonomous way |
| G01 | Scientific-technical and methodological capacity for the continuous recycling of knowledge and the exercise of the professional functions of consultancy, analysis, design, calculation, project, planning, leadership, management, construction, maintenance, conservation and exploitation in the fields of civil engineering. |
| G02 | Understanding of the multiple technical, legal and property constraints that arise in the design of a public work, and the capacity to establish different valid alternatives, to choose the optimum one and to express it adequately, anticipating the problems of its construction, and using the most suitable methods and technologies, both traditional and innovative, with the aim of achieving the greatest efficiency and promoting the progress and development of a sustainable and respectful society with the environment. |
| G03 | Knowledge, understanding and ability to apply the necessary legislation in the exercise of the profession of Civil Engineer. |
| G04 | Knowledge of the history of civil engineering and ability to analyse and assess public works in particular and the construction industry in general. |
| G05 | Knowledge of the Civil Engineering profession and the activities that can be carried out in the field of civil engineering. |
| G11 | Capacity for the design, execution and inspection of structures (bridges, buildings, etc.), foundation works and underground civil works (tunnels, car parks), and the assessment of their integrity. |
| G19 | Knowledge of the latest developments and applications of technology to civil engineering in all its fields, as well as its new challenges. |
| G20 | Ability to choose between construction alternatives and public works management, anticipating the effects derived from the option assumed. |
| G25 | Ability to identify, measure, enunciate, analyse, diagnose and scientifically and technically describe a civil engineering problem |
| G27 | Ability to communicate in a second language. |
| G28 | Ability to work in an international context. |
| TE02 | Knowledge and capacity for structural analysis through the application of methods and programmes for the design and advanced calculation of structures, based on the knowledge and understanding of loads and their application to structural typologies in civil engineering. Ability to perform structural integrity assessments. |
| TE03 | Knowledge of all types of structures and their materials, and ability to design, project, execute and maintain civil engineering structures and buildings. |
5. Objectives or Learning Outcomes
| Course learning outcomes | |
|---|---|
| Description | |
| Students can define the construction procedures for each of the types of bridges and building structures according to their design and materials. | |
| Students determine the actions to be considered in the design of railroad bridges and highways, as well as in the design of building structures. | |
| Students apply the most suitable calculation and structural analysis methods to obtain the integral response of the structure, as well as the different elements that compose it, for both static and dynamic actions applied. | |
| Additional outcomes | |
| Not established. |
6. Units / Contents
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Unit 1: Actions in buildings
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Unit 2: Structural systems for vertical loads
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Unit 2.1:
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Unit 2.2:
-
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Unit 3: Structural systems for horizontal loads
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Unit 3.1:
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Unit 3.2:
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Unit 3.3:
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Unit 3.4:
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Unit 3.5:
-
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Unit 4: Building Information Modelling
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Unit 5: Construction of buildings
7. Activities, Units/Modules and Methodology
| Training Activity | Methodology | Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) | ECTS | Hours | As | Com | Description | |
| Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] | Cooperative / Collaborative Learning | CB06 CB08 CB10 G01 G02 G03 G04 G05 G11 G19 G20 G27 G28 TE02 TE03 | 1 | 25 | N | N | ||
| Class Attendance (practical) [ON-SITE] | Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL) | CB07 CB08 CB09 CB10 G01 G03 G11 G25 G27 G28 TE02 TE03 | 0.23 | 5.75 | N | N | ||
| Writing of reports or projects [OFF-SITE] | Problem solving and exercises | CB07 CB08 CB09 CB10 G01 G02 G03 G04 G05 G11 G25 G27 G28 TE02 TE03 | 1.5 | 37.5 | Y | Y | Non recoverable. | |
| Mid-term test [ON-SITE] | CB06 CB07 CB08 CB09 CB10 G01 G02 G03 G04 G05 G11 G19 G20 G25 G27 G28 TE02 TE03 | 0.06 | 1.5 | Y | N | Partial 1. Recoverable in the final exam. | ||
| Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] | Self-study | CB06 CB07 CB08 CB09 CB10 G01 G02 G03 G04 G05 G11 G19 G20 G25 G27 G28 TE02 TE03 | 1.65 | 41.25 | N | N | ||
| Final test [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | CB06 CB07 CB08 CB09 CB10 G01 G02 G03 G04 G05 G11 G19 G20 G25 G27 G28 TE02 TE03 | 0.06 | 1.5 | Y | Y | Recoverable. | |
| Total: | 4.5 | 112.5 | ||||||
| Total credits of in-class work: 1.35 | Total class time hours: 33.75 | |||||||
| Total credits of out of class work: 3.15 | Total hours of out of class work: 78.75 | |||||||
As: Assessable training activity Com: Training activity of compulsory overcoming (It will be essential to overcome both continuous and non-continuous assessment).
8. Evaluation criteria and Grading System
| Evaluation System | Continuous assessment | Non-continuous evaluation * | Description |
| Progress Tests | 30.00% | 0.00% | Recoverable in the final test. Minimal Grade 4.0. |
| Practicum and practical activities reports assessment | 40.00% | 0.00% | Assignments. Non recoverable. |
| Test | 30.00% | 100.00% | Exams: The exams will preferably be done in person but if necessary virtual exams are also possible. Minimal grade 4.0. Recoverable in the extraordinary exam. |
| Total: | 100.00% | 100.00% |
According to art. 4 of the UCLM Student Evaluation Regulations, it must be provided to students who cannot regularly attend face-to-face training activities the passing of the subject, having the right (art. 12.2) to be globally graded, in 2 annual calls per subject , an ordinary and an extraordinary one (evaluating 100% of the competences).
Evaluation criteria for the final exam:
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Continuous assessment:Grade: 60% Partial exams (minimal grade 4.0) + 40% Assignments (the details on content, extension and requirements of the works or practices that have to be delivered in writing will be indicated on the virtual campus at the beginning of the semester).
The activities will preferably be done in person but if necessary virtual performance is also possible. -
Non-continuous evaluation:Unless stated otherwise, continuous evaluation criteria will be applied to all students.
Anyone choosing non-continuous assessment must notify it to the lecturer within the class period of the subject. The option is only available if the student's participation in evaluation activities (from the continuous assessment) has not reached 50% of the total evaluation for the subject.
For the retake exam, the assessment type used for the final exam will remain valid.
Specifications for the resit/retake exam:
Grade: 60% Partial o final exams + 40% Assignments (the details on content, extension and requirements of the works or practices that have to be delivered in writing will be indicated on the virtual campus at the beginning of the semester)
The passed partial exams and assignments during the continuous evaluation will be considered.
Only the passed assignments will be considered for the next academic course.
The passed partial exams and assignments during the continuous evaluation will be considered.
Only the passed assignments will be considered for the next academic course.
Specifications for the second resit / retake exam:
The same criteria of the non-continuous evaluation is applied.
9. Assignments, course calendar and important dates
| Not related to the syllabus/contents | |
|---|---|
| Hours | hours |
| Final test [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 3 |
| Unit 1 (de 5): Actions in buildings | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Cooperative / Collaborative Learning] | 2 |
| Writing of reports or projects [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 5 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 5 |
| Unit 2 (de 5): Structural systems for vertical loads | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Cooperative / Collaborative Learning] | 8 |
| Class Attendance (practical) [PRESENCIAL][Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL)] | 2 |
| Writing of reports or projects [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 15 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 15 |
| Unit 3 (de 5): Structural systems for horizontal loads | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Cooperative / Collaborative Learning] | 12 |
| Class Attendance (practical) [PRESENCIAL][Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL)] | 3.75 |
| Writing of reports or projects [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 17.5 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 15.25 |
| Unit 4 (de 5): Building Information Modelling | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Cooperative / Collaborative Learning] | 1.5 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 3 |
| Unit 5 (de 5): Construction of buildings | |
|---|---|
| Activities | Hours |
| Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Cooperative / Collaborative Learning] | 1.5 |
| Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 3 |
| Global activity | |
|---|---|
| Activities | hours |
10. Bibliography and Sources