QA4-UG1 Assessment Brief M:\School of ArchDBE\Property Management & Development\201617/QA forms\UG Forms 1 Nottingham Trent University College of Art & Design and Built Environment School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment Property Management and Development Subject Group QA4-UG1 Assessment Brief Academic year 2016/17 Module Code and Module Title PRMD10010 Construction Level of Study 4, First Year Undergraduate Coursework Number and Coursework Title Two Portfolio Module Assessment Weighting 45% Coursework Brief Author Antony Pidduck Date Issued to Students 14 November 2016 Submission Time and Submission Dates No later than 10.00am 25 April 2017 Submit to Subject Administration Office, Maudslay Room 245 and also be submitted to the NOW Electronic Dropbox Planned Assessment Feedback Date 16 May 2017 Planned Date for Return of Graded Scripts 16 May 2017 Maximum Word Limit 2250 Academic Irregularities – WARNING: This is an individual piece of work and students are reminded of the University’s regulations on academic irregularities, which covers plagiarism, copying, cheating and other activities/situations/circumstances that may also constitute an academic irregularity. You are expected to have read and checked that your work does not contravene the University regulations on academic irregularities. Examples on what constitutes an academic irregularity can be found in Section 17b of the Academic Standards and Quality Handbook which you are advised to study carefully; it can be viewed and downloaded from the university intranet at: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/current_students/document_uploads/112656.pdf Introduction This coursework is intended to help you meet and assess your achievement of the module learning outcomes, identified below. The grade awarded will contribute to your grade for this module and your overall level aggregate grade. The assessment criteria are clearly set out within the coursework brief and it is in your own interests to ensure that your work addresses the assessment criteria clearly and in an appropriate manner and logical sequence. If you are unsure or unclear about any aspect of what is required of you, you should contact the coursework author or module leader straight away. QA4-UG1 Assessment Brief M:\School of ArchDBE\Property Management & Development\201617/QA forms\UG Forms 2 Submission Instructions 1. Your coursework must be submitted in two formats – hard (paper) copy and an electronic copy in Microsoft Word format; the content of both submissions must be identical. Submission of different hardcopy and electronic versions of your work may be deemed an academic irregularity under the University’s Academic Irregularities procedure. 2. The electronic ‘Microsoft Word’ version of your coursework must be submitted to the Module Drop Box which is located in the module learning room on NOW; it should be uploaded no later than the coursework submission date given above. The coursework will automatically be assessed by the web-based text-match tool, Turnitin UK. Only one, final version of your work may be submitted to the Drop Box. Once submitted you cannot revise your submission; you have only one opportunity to submit. Failure to submit your work to the Drop box by the submission deadline will delay assessment of your work and may result in your work being deemed a late submission and thereby subject to late submission assessment penalty. 3. Please be aware that the hard copy paper version of your coursework must be submitted by the submission deadline given above. Submission of the hard copy of your work after this deadline will be deemed a late submission, regardless of whether the electronic version has been submitted on time. The hard copy that you submit will be taken as the primary and only version for grading purposes, so you should ensure that this is comprehensive and contains all the material that you wish to submit for assessment; there will be no opportunity to add to the hard copy of your work once submitted. Presentation Requirements  The coursework must be typed; 12 point Arial font must be used throughout for the main body of the work.  Line spacing must be 1.5 lines.  Top, bottom, left and right margins must be at least 30mm.  The coursework must be presented ‘single side’ typed (not double sided).  The core pages of the submission must be paginated.  The coursework must not extend beyond the word limit specified above. Any work after this word limit has been reached will not be graded. The word limit includes tables, figures and footnotes but excludes the bibliography and/or list of references unless specifically directed otherwise by the module leader.  Make sure you proof read and spell check your work. Remember that spell checkers will not identify an incorrect but correctly spelt word.  The coursework submission must be either treasury tagged or stapled using a single staple in the top left hand corner. It must not be spiral bound, placed in a file, folder or plastic wallet, or bound in any other form. Presentation Requirements in Addition to the above  Where Microsoft Word files incorporate hand drawn sketches, embedded images or photographs, it is advisable to “re-size” images to ensure that the Microsoft Word document does not exceed the maximum file size limit of the Dropbox (20Mb).  Where this cannot be achieved, for example where numerous photographs are used in a single document, and to reduce the file size of each one might significantly reduce the quality or visibility of the images, the student must insert a place holder that clearly identifies and cross references each image. The hard copy submission must contain all relevant images and photographs and their cross-referenced identity.  All images which are included as context and are not the student’s own work must be referenced in line with the standards outlined in the Nottingham Trent University’s policy, the Harvard system. Any student not adhering to this requirement may be subject to the policy for Academic Irregularity as outlined on the page 1 of this brief. QA4-UG1 Assessment Brief M:\School of ArchDBE\Property Management & Development\201617/QA forms\UG Forms 3 Coursework Task and Additional Guidance Portfolio Part 2 (To be handed in before 10-00am on 25 April 2017) The work of all surveyors, estate agents, town planners, property developers and valuers, will at some stage involve visiting premises for a range of purposes. This might be for measurement, surveying, planning appraisals or feasibility studies, production of condition schedules, inspecting work in progress, collecting information and recording graphical information about the premises for various purposes. This part of the portfolio is designed to introduce you to the built environment in an urban context in addition to extending your knowledge of aspects of historical and contemporary building design, construction technology, sustainable technologies and deleterious materials. You are to produce a portfolio featuring three individual premises in the Nottingham city area which is easily accessible from the university campus. Each property must fall into one of the following categories:-  A single residential dwelling house built after 1990  A framed office/commercial building (not retail) of four or more storeys built between 1930 and 1970  A traditional Victorian (pre 1900) commercial property of three or more storeys containing retail premises but no residential accommodation You must carefully select your property in order to be able to fulfil these requirements:-  Each property will have different design, form, method of construction and materials in relation to all external elements, with particular reference to; roofs, walls, window and door frames and above ground drainage systems.  One of the buildings selected must exhibit at least one element of sustainable design for micro generation of heat or power, or solar shading.  At least one of the buildings will be known to/suspected of, containing asbestos materials. You are to produce a portfolio of photographs of the exterior of each building and a written critical appraisal on each of your selected properties. (i.e. 3 sets of photographs/images/sketches and 3 critical appraisals);-  You will include an ordnance survey map clearly identifying the chosen building showing the area surrounding the building all at a suitable scale, the full address and postcode  Your photographs will clearly show each of the visible elevations and identify specific aspects of the construction and services of the building. You should provide additional close up photograph of key elements, details, defects or other areas of construction and services technology interest. Each photograph must be titled and cross-referenced with your critical appraisals  Your critical appraisals will evaluate each of the buildings in terms of identification, descriptions and functions of all elements, describe their construction methods and materials using terms appropriate to construction technology  One of your critical appraisals will explain and evaluate a modern construction technology, another sustainable technologies and, another the asbestos containing materials using 250 words plus sketches/images. (Note; Reasonable assumptions may be made regarding unseen, inaccessible or interior aspects of each building) (Maximum word limit for each building critical analysis is 750 words – i.e. 750 x 3) QA4-UG1 Assessment Brief M:\School of ArchDBE\Property Management & Development\201617/QA forms\UG Forms 4 Some key points;- Photographs should be of the external elements and taken from public areas only Contextual, general and detailed images should be included Photographs must be original and taken by the student submitting the portfolio, i.e. not shared or copied from other students or sources Students are not expected to enter/cross any premises or private land Reasonable assumptions may be made regarding unseen, inaccessible or interior aspects of each building Students should be aware of the risks, complete an assessment and also be familiar with lone working best practice Comparative mages should be referenced and titled Scaled sketches should accompany each response to show excellent knowledge Assessment Criteria: The assessment criteria will apply to this coursework as found in the QA10. You should ensure that the work that you submit appropriately addresses and corresponds with these criteria. Grading of assessed work: Assessment of work submitted will be in accordance with the University Generic Level Descriptors and the General Grading Descriptors for the level of study. Assessment and Module Learning Outcomes (MLOs) The table below gives details of the module learning outcomes (see Module Specification for full details) that will be assessed by this coursework. Module Learning Outcomes (MLO) Assessed Knowledge and Understanding (delete as appropriate): 1, 2, 3 Skills Qualities and Attributes (delete as appropriate): 1, 2 Level 4 (First Year Undergraduate) Generic Level Descriptors Knowledge/Skills Tasks/Procedures Autonomy/Responsibilities Develops awareness of appropriate sources and how to locate them; employs a range of specialist foundation skills; generates a range of appropriate responses to unfamiliar problems; evaluates information and uses it to plan and develop investigation strategies and responses. Communicates effectively. Operates in a range of contexts involving non-routine activities and new information. Shows judgment in planning and carrying out prescribed tasks. Undertakes directed and a limited amount of selfdirected activity. QA4-UG1 Assessment Brief M:\School of ArchDBE\Property Management & Development\201617/QA forms\UG Forms 5 Class Scale Numerical equivalent General Characteristics FIRST (Excellent) Exceptional 1st 96 Exceptional knowledge and understanding of the subject and its underlying concepts; critical evaluation/synthesis/analysis and of reading/research; evidence of breadth and depth of reading/research to inform development of work; excellent communication; performance in some, if not all, areas deemed beyond expectation of the level. The ability to make decisions and carry out tasks/processes with autonomy; creative flair and the ability to (re)interpret predefined rules/conventions in order to select and justify individual working practice; highly developed problem solving skills to complete work with accuracy and fluency. Broadly meets expectations set by the industry/employment context. High 1st 89 Excellent knowledge of the subject as the student is typically able to go beyond what has been taught (particularly for a high 1st); evidence of breadth of reading/research to inform development of work; demonstrates strong communication skills. Autonomy in the completion of practical tasks/processes; the ability to adapt in response to change or unexpected experiences; excellent technical/artistic decision making; a clear and authoritative grasp of the task/process. Broadly meets expectations set by the industry/employment context. Mid 1st 81 Low 1st 74 UPPER SECOND (Very good) High 2.1 68 As below but very good work characterised by evidence of wider understanding of the subject as the student is typically able to relate facts/concepts together with some ability to apply to known/taught contexts; identification and selection of material to inform development of work; demonstrates good communication skills. A confident approach to practical tasks; solid grasp of the related processes, tools, technology; creativity in the completion of the task; proficiency is demonstrated in an accurate and highly coordinated performance. Approaches standards set by the industry/employment context. Mid 2.1 65 Low 2.1 62 LOWER SECOND (Good) High 2.2 58 A good breadth of knowledge and understanding of the taught content although balanced towards the descriptive rather than analytical; uses set material to inform development of work; addresses all aspects of the given brief; communication shows clarity but structure may lack coherence. Competence in technical/artistic skills; tasks/processes are completed with a degree of proficiency and confidence; effective judgements have been made when completing tasks/processes; process/workflow is broadly accurate and most aspects are completed with autonomy. General adherence to rules/conventions set by the industry/employment context. Mid 2.2 55 Low 2.2 52 THIRD (Sufficient) High 3rd 48 Knowledge and understanding is sufficient to deal with terminology, basic facts and concepts but fails to make meaningful synthesis; relies on set material to inform development of work; generally addresses most of the requirements of the given brief; communication/presentation is generally competent but with some weaknesses. Mid 3rd 45 Low 3rd 42 FAIL (Insufficient) Marginal Fail 38 Insufficient knowledge and understanding of the subject and its underlying concepts; some ability to evaluate given reading/research however work is more generally descriptive; naively follows or may ignore set material in development of work; given brief may be only tangentially addressed or may ignore key aspects of the brief; communication shows limited clarity, poor presentation, structure may not be coherent. Practical tasks are attempted; skill displayed in some areas; there are a significant number of errors; a lack of proficiency in most areas; guidance may be needed to reproduce aspects of the task and/or apply learned skills. Tasks may be incomplete; failure to adhere to some of the rules/conventions set by the industry/employment context. Mid Fail 32 Highly insufficient or no evidence of knowledge or understanding of the subject; understanding of taught concepts is typically at the word level with facts being reproduced in a disjointed or decontextualised manner; ignores set material in development of work; fails to address most or all of the requirements of the brief; lacks basic communication skills. A general level of incompetency in practical tasks; an evident lack of practice; set tasks are not completed; few or no skills relating to tasks are evident. No adherence to rules/conventions set by the industry/employment context. Low Fail 18 ZERO Zero 0 Work of no merit OR absent, work not submitted, penalty in some misconduct cases.