BYG507 Preliminary Project to the Master's Thesis
- ECTS Credits:
- 30
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Engineering and Science
- Course Leader:
- Anette Heimdal
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
Course contents
Basic training in analytical and creative processes with product development as a result. The exercises consists of drawing, 3D studies and studies og models (prototypes) in order to develop creativity and analytical thinking, and to achieve a theoretical and practical understanding of the design process.
Basic structure and properties of building materials with respect to porosity, density, moisture, thermal properties, strength, elasticity and volume stability. Properties of concrete are reviewed in particular through a laboratory program.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student is expected to:
· Understand the subject's correlation to the other courses in the civil engineering program.
· Explain and be able to describe the correlation between function and design of structures.
· Explain and be able to describe the physical properties of common building materials.
· Perform basic calculations on the properties of the main building materials.
· Make simple drawings and digital models.
Examination requirements
Students must pass the compulsory assignment(s) in order to take the examination.
Teaching methods
Lectures and laboratory exercises.
Evaluation
The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
Assessment methods and criteria
Individual written examination, 1.5 hours (50 % contribution of final assessment), and portfolio with project work (individual and in group, 50 % contribution to final assessment).
Other information
Credit reduction
BYG1251 - G2 ¿ 6 ECTS credits
BYG1260 - G ¿ 4 ECTS credits
BYG1251 - G ¿ 6 ECTS credits
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| BYG500 – Master's Thesis | 30 |
| BYG515 – Specialization Project | 15 |