Means and Methods in Construction (ABPL90334) // Assessment

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• Class participation (questions, attendance, quizzes and workshops) demonstration of active involvement in a range of class activities and peer discussions throughout the teaching period (10%)

• Two assignments and class presentation equivalent to a total of 3000 words, due in week 5 and 10 (50%)

  • Assignment 1: individual equivalent to 1000 words (20%)
  • Assignment 2: group assignment (4-5 students per group) equivalent to 2000 words per each member (report 1500 words + 20 min class presentation in groups) demonstrating: a) technical knowledge in the planning of building activities and associated construction processes; b) problem solving skills; and c) ability to research, analyse and evaluate a wide range of construction technologies and management strategies (30%)

• Two hour examination equivalent to 2000 words, examining the features and functions of various construction plant and temporary works employed in Australia and abroad and clear understanding on the construction method planning and equipment selections in building projects, held during the examination period (40%)

Hurdle requirement: A minimum mark of 40% has to be achieved in the examination in order to pass this subject.