BYG101 - University of Agder

BYG101-G Technical Design

10 ECTS credits - Starts Autumn - Duration 1 semester(s) - Grimstad

Study programmes Civil Engineering, Bachelor Programme ,

Teaching starts Autumn

Language of instruction Norwegian.

Learning outcomes After completing the course, the student is expected to: have fundamental knowledge and skills in analytical and creative processes related to product development and design understand and be able to describe the properties of the main building materials understand fundamental calculations on the properties on the main building materials

Course contents An introduction to theory of design, and the properties of the most important building materials. Through lectures and projects, students obtain fundamental knowledge and skills in analytical and creative processes related to product development. Different drawing techniques and virtual and physical prototyping are some of the tools used to develop skills. Knowledge on building materials are also obtained through lectures, demonstrations and a comprehensive training programme in the laboratory. Attention is paid to material composition and behaviour, such as strength and deformation properties.

Teaching methods Lectures 2 hours per week, design laboratory and design lectures 4 hours per week in groups and exercises/laboratory work 2 hours per week in groups.

Examination requirement Students must pass the compulsory assignment(s) in order to take the examination.

Assessment methods and criteria Written examination, 4 hours (50 % contribution to final assessment and portfolio with project work (individual and in group, 50 % contribution to final assessment. Graded assessment. The portfolio must be assessed to Pass to take the written examination. The candidate may be examined orally with regards to the portfolio. The examination may give basis for individual assessment also on the group work.

Level of course Bachelor's level

Name of lecturer/contact person Study Coordinator Rita Ditlefsen

Recommended or required reading Available on request.

Mode of delivery Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading The syllabus will be published on the home page of the course when finalised. See link in the upper right hand corner of the page.

Credit reduction BYG1251- G2 - 6 ECTS credits
BYG1260- G - 4 ECTS credits
BYG1251- G - 6 ECTS credits

Offered as a free-standing course Yes

Faculty Faculty of Engineering and Science

ECTS Course Catalogue University of Agder 2009-10

ECTS 2009-10

Norwegian Version