NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY

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1 PROGRAMME: COURSE NAME: NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY SITE MANAGEMENT COURSE CODE: BLD 206 DURATION: UNITS: 3 UNITS GOAL: GENERAL OBJECTIVES: On completion of this module the trainee will be able to: 1. Understand Electrical Installation Involved in the building process 2. Know the construction of a small model Building complete with all essential services and finishes

2 PROGRAMME :NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY COURSE: Practice IV COURSE CODE: BLD 206 CONTACT HOUR: 3 GOAL: Equip students with basic skills in electrical wiring. Theoretical Content Practical Content General Objective 1.0: Understand Electrical Installation Involved in the building process Week Resources 1 Name the safety precautions required in workshops and site Identify the electrical symbols and regulations with special reference to I.E.E. Regulations 2 Describe the different types of generators used on site with emphasis on portable generators. 1.1Explainthesafetyprecautions required in workshops and site e.g. how human body can become part of electric circuit and remedy; severe shock and artificial respirations 1.2 Describe electrical symbols and regulations with special reference to I.E.E. Regulations 1.3 Identify tools and equipment used in simple electrical works and their maintenance requirements. 1.4 Identify accessory types in use, e.g. ib, Sw, dfb, ccu plug and the like. Main switches, fuses, distribution boards and other protective systems, e.g. ELCB. 1.5 Explain the process of electricity generation, transmission and distribution. 1.6 Describe the different types of generators used on site with emphasis on portable generators. 1.7 Explain electrical power distribution systems, e.g. I and 4 wire system for both A.C. & D.C. 1.8 Explain the meaning of power factor and the effect of power factor on cable sizes. Resources Chalk board

3 3 Describe types of cables and where they are used, Identify cable colours and regulations applicable. List the types of conduits for practical wiring List the types of conduits for practical wiring 1.9 Describe types of cables and where they are used, e.g MICO Identify cable colours and regulations applicable Illustrate the current rating of cables, cable joints Soldering techniques and regulations applicable Prepare ends of cable for entry into accessories Install the following electrical wiring-conduit and surface Describe PVC Carry out bending, cutting and threading of conduit List the types of conduits for practical wiring exercises Demonstrate the following practical wiring diagrams: simple lighting points wiring 1-way, twoway,and intermediate switches Illustrate series, parallel and series in parallel circuits 1.20 Demonstrate wiring Socket Describe outlet plugs looping system regulations 1.21 Prepare conversion from oneway to two-ways electrical bells and applicable to earthing systems. indicating systems Describe regulations applicable to earthing systems. General Objective 2.0:Know the construction of a small model Building complete with all essential services and finishes Chalk board Consumables (cables) e.g. wires, switches, light points, (lamp holders) etc. e.g. wires, switches, light points, (lamp holders) etc. Week 7 List basic instruments used 2.1 List basic instruments used for setting out.

4 for setting out. 8 Set out the first course of walling for door opening. Construct wall to window level. Set out the various windows and their openings 2.2 Demonstrate the use of the tools listed in 2.1 above 2.3 Set out the first course of walling for door opening. 2.4 Construct wall to window level. 2.5 Set out the various windows and their openings 2.6 Construct wall to lintel level 2.7 Cast lintels (pegs, nails, battens, line builder s square) 9 Reproduce a wall up to roof level 2.8 Construct wall up to roof level 2.9 Carry out roof construction 2.10 Fix appropriate roof covering 10 Fix window and door frames 2.11 Fix window and door frames 2.12 Fix doors and windows 11 Fix pipes for plumbing and electrical works. 12 Carry out ceiling construction 2.13 Fix pipes for plumbing and electrical works Fix plumbing and sanitary appliances in appropriate positions 2.15 Carry out ceiling construction 2.16 Fix ceiling boards.

5 13 Plaster walls internally and externally 2.17 Plaster walls internally and externally 14 Fix wall and floor tiles as required 2.18 Lay appropriate floor finishes 2.19 Fix wall and floor tiles as required 15 Equip students with basic skills in electrical wiring Correlate electrical wiring 2.21 Fix electrical fittings Competency: The Student should be able to construct model Building with all the essential services and finishes. Reference: 1. MC Guinuess, W.J. Building Technology: Mechanical and Electrical System ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE TYPE OF ASSESSMENT PURPOSE AND NATURE OF ASSESSMENT (ITD ) WEIGHING Examination Final Examination (written) to assess knowledge and understanding 60% Course Test At least 2 progress tests for feedback. 20% Coursework At least 5 home works to be assessed by the teacher 20% TOTAL WEIGHT 100