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Domestic Construction - BLDG1211
Built Environment

 
Faculty: Faculty of the Built Environment
 
 
School:  Building Construction Management Program
 
 
Course Outline: http://www.fbe.unsw.edu.au/futurestudents/Undergrad/BConstManProp/
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 4
 
 
Enrolment Requirements:
 
 
Currently enrolled in 3331 Construction Management & Property Program
 
 
Equivalent: BLDG1201
 
 
Fee Band: 2 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description

An introduction to the functional requirements and construction methods specific to single-storey domestic construction. The course examines a range of key technical aspects, including: brick, brick-veneer and timber frame construction methods and materials; domestic joinery; staircase construction; finishes; plumbing, drainage and electrical services; methods of setting out and supervision. The course also involves developing skills in on-site observation and the production of housing site reports.

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