INTRODUCTION TO LAW - QSB 1414

Learning Outcomes :

• Understanding the functions of Parliament and the Malaysian Court System.
• Able to establish a contract
• Understanding the usage in offer, acceptance, intention, and consideration.
• Learn about tort intentional tort and defamation.

Lecturer: Ms Anita Shoba Magimay

Module Synopsis: Introduction to Malaysian Legal System, Contract Law and Law of Torts

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 1 - QSB 1514

This subject extends the subject Understanding Buildings to include larger scale building such as office blocks, high residential and mixed use buildings, shopping center, warehouses, factories and the like. The focus is on building systems and materials and it is intended to provide property and development us with a basic understanding of the materials and processes that are employed in the design and construction of larger buildings. The approach is based on the standard building element breakdown of structures. Value in buildings and how that is enhanced or reduced by choice of materials, design outcomes and construction methods is a central theme.

Learning Outcomes of this Subject

• Understand the construction and structural principles and practice in the design and construction of medium and high rise building types.
• Appreciate the various construction methods, systems and choices made in the design of various building types - shops, offices, industrial and high rise residential buildings.
• Understand the performance, property management and maintenance requirements of the various elements within a range of building types.
• Appreciate the creation and destruction of value by the choice of design construction and materials in buildings.

Lecturer: Ir. Chai Voon Chiet

Module Sypnosis: Understanding the fundamentals of earth works, site setting-out, foundations, walls, columns, beams, floors, windows, staircase and etc.

MEASUREMENTS 1 - QSB 1114

  

A site visit for Measurement 1 subject was organized by our lecturer Ms. Ang on 21th June 2013. The location of the site visit was at Subang Jaya. We have separate into 2 group to enter the site, the agenda of the visit consist of deep explanation by the site manager which is Mr. Peter on the operation of the project. There was a lot of question carry on by us when we having site walk but the project manager explained the details patiently. Before we went back to campus, we took a group photo and the site visit ended around 11.30am.

The purpose of this site visit is to provide the students with some knowledge on how the building construct. The understanding of this site visit can be a good basis for us in order to do our measurement.

Learning Outcomes

·        Understand the basics of the construction process.

·        Understand the practical aspect of construction techniques in comparison to the theory aspect in books and its application on site.

·        Exposure to actual working environment on site including uncertainty circumstances e.g. weather.

·        Ability to communicate with the construction team members on site and to see the importance of teamwork in the building team.

·        Witness the usage of construction equipment on site including mechanical plants. 

·        Explore and identify various types of building materials and technology on site.

·        Awareness of the importance of safety on site and understanding of safety problems and site conditions.

·        Recognize the items measurable for sub-structure and reinforced concrete frame works.

·        Adopt a systematic approach to take-off quantities from drawings for the preparation of Bills of Quantities for substructure and reinforced concrete frame works.

·        Demonstrate a systematic and orderly mind and be able to visualize the drawings and details given for sub-structure and reinforced concrete frame works.

Lecturer: Sr. Ang Fuey Lin

Module Synopsis: Introduction to principles, purpose and function of Standard Method of Measurement (SMM2) including measurement principles, descriptions and standard phraseology. It comprises measurement of simple excavation trenches, pits, foundations, pilecaps, reinforced concrete frame and floors as well as roof slabs.

BUILDING MATERIALS - QSB 1513

This module intends to inform the students the relevant physical and chemical properties of a wide range of building materials. It also encompasses the broad environmental debate by including energy saving and recycled materials. For each material, the module describes the manufacturing process, salient properties and typical uses of these materials, with aims of ensuring their appropriate application within the awareness of the suitability of the physical and chemical properties as well as ecological impact. Student will undergo a series of continuous assessment such as assignment, test and final exam to ascertain the learning outcomes of the module are achieved.

Teaching Objectives

§  To introduce various types of building materials used in current construction practice.

§  To create an understanding of the choices designers make in choosing building materials based on the properties of these materials.

§  To differentiate the suitability of materials and significance in utilizing those materials in relation with building’s functions.

Through the study of cost value engineering i am able to learn and master the concept of cost value engineering in terms of :

1.       Explain the use, physical and chemical properties of the type of building materials.

2.       Summarise the effect of building materials on construction and structural qualities.

3.       Analyse problems associated with different materials used.

Lecturer: Puan Hasmanira Mokhtar and Mr Teh Bin Sin

Module Synopsis: Introduction to visual and physical properties of building materials including energy saving and recycled materials describing the manufacturing process and typical uses and ecological impact.