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[ ACADEMIC SCHOOLS, DEPARTMENTS & COURSES ]
Prospectus 2004/2005
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[ SCHOOL OF THE BUILTENVIRONMENT & DESIGN ]
The School of the Built Environment and Design offers the following full-time courses for the built environment:
Landscape ArchitectureWith year-long modules, integrated project-based learning with 100% in-course assessment
Architecture With year- long modules, integrated project-based learning with 100% in-course assessment
Interior Design With year-long modules, integrated project-based learning with 100% in-course assessment
Property Development & Facilities Management
With two Options in Quantity Surveying and Property & Facilities Management
Civil & Structural Engineering With year-long and semester-long modules, design competitions, project-based and problem- based
learning, and 3rd year electives
The built environment includes buildings, their facilities and the infrastructure, and its development involves
the different aspects of design, construction, management and maintenance processes. This involves
a team of consultants such as designers and technologists who play important complementary roles
in creating the building design and the environment for quality living; and maintaining a safe and
healthy environment for work and recreation. The Building & Construction Authority (BCA) has been
promoting the use of Information Technology and precast technology to improve the productivity and
professionalism of these processes.
There is a growing local and global awareness for a sustained environment that prompted research into
special techniques and systems to manage the scarcity of resources such as water and energy, and
discoveries in materials such as sustainable materials. Ecological designs incorporating these innovations
and green issues such as sky gardens are becoming common and it is then critical for a team of
complementary staff, who can work and coordinate with the consultants and specialists. The Singapore
Green Plan 2012 maps out this need.
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The different strategies highlighted in the governments Singapore Green Plan 2012, the Parks and
Water Bodies Plan 2002 and the Master Plan 2003 (Central Region), are aimed at bringing back vibrancy
and character to Singapore. The Business Financial Centre (BFC) will be revitalized and expanded
(additional 425,000 sqm) and will include two impressive open spaces - the Central Linear Park and theMarina Station Square. There will be ample opportunities for graduates in the built environment and design
to contribute in these new challenges. Besides, the Experience Economy and globalisation will need
graduates who are creative, innovative and enterprising.
Industrial Training Programme (ITP)In this programme, students are assigned to firms and corporate establishments in both the public
and private sectors. They undergo one industrial training programme during the semester vacations
of their second year of studies. During the attachment, lecturers assume the role of liaison officers to
guide the students in contributing towards the establishments they are attached to and to help them
maximise learning through real life experiences. Part-time students should normally be in employment
that is relevant to their course of study, thus receiving the necessary practical training.
Overseas ITP to places such as Malaysia, Australia and China have been arranged in recent years and
will continue.
Assessment and Progression of StudentsFor students taking the Diploma in Architecture course or Diploma in Interior Design, the discipline core
modules are year-long modules with 100% in- course assessment. This is done by means of project-based
tutorials, case studies, site visits and research, as well as written tests. A majority of the modules is based
on in-course assessment whereby students have to work in design studios with personalised guidance of
lecturers. They have to participate in critique sessions whereby they are assessed by a panel of lecturers.
A portfolio review is also conducted at the end of each session to review students overall performance.
Students in the Diploma in Property Development & Facilities Management course are assessed via a
combination of course work over the semester and end of semester examination. Course work is in the
form of tutorials, lab/practical work, mini-projects/case studies and tests. Some modules are 100%
in-course assessed while others have a semester exam component of 60/70% with a course work
component of 30/40%. Final-year students have to do a project which is graded through continuous
assessment, a final report and an interview, if found necessary.
Students in the Diploma in Civil & Structural Engineering course do a combination of year-long and
semester-long modules. Assessment for each module will be by means of continuous course work and
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semester examinations. Students take a prescribe
set of modules in each semester or year. Final-year
students have to do industry-based or applied
research projects.
Diploma in ArchitectureThis is a three-year full-time programme and all
discipline core modules are year-long modules
with 100% in-course assessment. An integrated
project-based learning approach is used to
facilitate students to learn architectural design
and technology. Knowledge and skills are taught
just in-time to allow their applications in the
project. At the same time peer learning through
interaction in design studios and critique sessions
is also encouraged.
Students are trained to document their architectural
design process in sketches as well as to document
their architectural drawings and presentation using
CADD software in electronic studios. They learn
theory of architecture and design, environmental
science, building technology and statutory
requirements to develop their creative and critical
thinking skills, and integrate these different
knowledge and skills into a project. Through this
practice-oriented training, students learn to be
independent workers as well as team players in
architectural practice. General electives are also
incorporated into the programme so that the training
is broad-based to ensure that our graduates
are versatile for the knowledge-based economy.
Career Prospects
Singapore Polytechnic graduates with a Diploma in
Architecture can be employed in:
Government agencies like the Building &
Construction Authority, Housing & Development Board, Urban Redevelopment Authority, and
others,
Private architectural firms,
Consulting firms related to the building industry
such as engineering, property management
or development companies,
Large firms in other fields with their own in-
house architectural division, and
Companies providing design or other related
services such as landscaping.
He or she could be:
An architectural assistant or technologist in
design development
An architectural technologist in micro design
and detailing
A sales executive in firms that deal in building
materials
An architectural co -ordinator on building sites
A designer in advertising firms and interior firms
An executive in a computer graphics firm
Our graduates have gained direct entry into
the second or third year of degree courses in
Architecture in overseas universities and are doing
well. A number of our outstanding graduates
have been awarded scholarships.
Course ModulesFull-Time First Year Hours
BE1000 Architectural Design Studio I 180
BE1001 Theory of Architecture I 120
BE1002 Building Technology I 180
BE1003 Environmental Science I 60
BE1004 Computer-Aided Design 180
& Presentation
SP0101 Character Development 30
LC100 Communication Skills I 60 General Elective Module
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Full-Time Second Year
BE1005 Architectural Design Studio II 240
BE1006 Theory of Architecture II 120
BE1007 Building Technology II 240BE1008 Environmental Science II 120
LC101 Communication Skills II 60
General Elective Modules
Industrial Training Programme
Full-Time Third Year
BE1009 Architectural Design Studio III 330
BE1010 Building Technology III 270
BE1011 Environmental Science III 120
BE1012 PQM in Architectural Practice 60
General Elective Module
Diploma in Interior DesignThis is a three-year full-time programme and alldiscipline core modules are year-long moduleswith 100% in-course assessment. The programmefocus is on creativity and its integrated project-based studio-oriented learning environmentwill hone the design and detailing skills of thestudents. The programme will train them to bewell- rounded designers, who are able to:
a) conceptualise creative spatial environments
with their individual design abilities andphilosophy through the use of three-
dimensional physical models and digital technologies
b) integrate design with state-of-the-art technologies
c) develop design with quality detailing
d) communicate and present designs through
the use of multi-media technology
e) manage implementation of projects
Students are trained in computer-aided docu-
mentation and presentation using CADD software
throughout the course as well as basic manual
drawing and sketching skills in the first year.
Students learn theory of interior design and
technology to develop their creative and criticalthinking skills and apply the multiple knowledge
and skills in a project. This practice-oriented
environment inculcates them to be independent
workers as well as team players in an interior
design practice. General electives are also
incorporated into the program so that the training
is broad-based to ensure that our graduates
are versatile for the knowledge-based economy.
Career Prospects
Singapore Polytechnic graduates with a Diploma
in Interior Design are able to work in: Interior design firms
Architectural firms
Exhibition design
Stage-set design
Furniture design
Model making
Merchandise display
Consulting firms related to the building
industry such as engineering, property
management or development companies
Large firms in other fields with their own in-
house interior design division
Related design industries such as media
design
He or she could be:
An interior designer
A project manager for interior works
A stage-set designer
An exhibition designer A sales executive for building materials
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Graduates who have done well for the course can
apply for advanced standing to do a professional
interior degree course in a university.
Course ModulesFull-Time First Year Hours
BE1400 Design Studio I 180
BE1401 Interior Technology I 180
BE1402 Theory of Design I 180
BE1403 Computer-Aided Design 180
& Presentation
SP0101 Character Development 30
LC100 Communication Skills I 60
General Elective Module
Full-Time Second Year
BE1404 Design Studio II 330
BE1405 Interior Technology II 210
BE1406 Theory of Design II 180
LC101 Communication Skills II 60
General Elective Modules
Industrial Training Programme
Full-Time Third Year
BE1407 Design Studio III 330
BE1408 Interior Technology III 210
BE1409 Theory of Design III 180
BE1410 PQM in Interior Design Practice 60
General Elective Module 30
Diploma in Landscape Architecture(New)
The Diploma in Landscape Architecture is a
new diploma course offered by the School of the
Built Environment & Design. It is a three-year
full-time course and it aims to train designers
who are competent in theory and practice in
landscape design. A good foundation in horticulture
and environmental awareness for ecology will
balance the emphasis on the integrated design
approach of landscaping and architecture.
Students will work in design projects with
personalised guidance. A variety of teaching
methods, such as lectures, case studies, field
trips, hands-on etc will be used to facilitate
experiential learning. Design presentations will
be conducted to allow interactive learning in
developing confidence and communication skills.
Career Prospects
Graduates in Diploma in Landscape Architecture
can be employed in a variety of positions that offer
many challenges:
Assistants to landscape architects, architects,
planners and other parallel professions
Landscape designers in organizations such as
National Parks Board, Jurong Bird Park,
Singapore Zoological Gardens, Housing and
Development Board (HDB) etc
Executives in landscaping firms that offer
design and build landscaping consultancies
Middle management personnel in Town
Councils to coordinate and manage parks andopen spaces
Freelance landscape designers offering design
services.
Course Modules
All modules will be 100% in-course assessed.
Modules will cover an interesting mix of design,
technology, social-environment-related domains
with generic knowledge for a broad-based
training. General electives are also offered to give
a broad-based training.
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Full-Time First Year Hours
BE1700 Landscape Design Studio I 270
BE1701 Landscape Materials 210
and Technology IBE1702 History and Theory of 120 Landscape Design I
BE1703 Environmental Systems 120
and ProcessesSP0101 Character Development 30
LC100 Communication Skills I 60 General Elective Module
Full-Time Second Year
BE1704 Landscape Design Studio II 270
BE1705 Landscape Materials 150
and Technology IIBE1706 History and Theory of 120 Landscape Design II
BE1707 Computer-Aided Design 180 & Presentation
LC101 Communication Skills II 60 General Elective Modules
Full-Time Third Year
BE1708 Landscape Design Studio III 300
BE1709 Landscape Materials and 150 Technology III
BE1710 Urban Environment and Society 210BE1711 PQM in Landscape Architecture 120
Practice
General Elective Module
Diploma in Property Development& Facilities Management
With Options in:
Quantity Surveying Property & Facilities Management
The Diploma in Property Development &
Facilities Management is a three-year full-time
course. The aim of this course is to provide the
best education and training for students who wanta rewarding career in the property development
and facilities management field.
Property Development and Facilities Management
embraces the total property development process,
which is a never ending cycle.
It starts with the concept/inception of a project,
through feasibility study, planning and design, cost
estimating and control, tender documentation
and tendering, to construction, maintenance &
management of the building and its facilities,renovation and upgrading and finally to demolition
and redevelopment. Thus the cycle starts again
and goes on and on.
It covers the project management, quantity
surveying and construction management aspects
as well as property & facilities maintenance
and management.
The curriculum is very broad-based and is
common for the first two years of the full-time
course. It provides students with the necessary
knowledge, understanding and application skills
& abilities, in the technical, management
and supervision, communication and computer
application aspects.
In the final year of the full-time course, students
will have to choose from one of two specialist
options, namely:
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Quantity Surveying
This option equips students with an understandingof construction, materials, services, measurement
& estimating, building law and contracts, projectmanagement, etc. for contract administration andquantity surveying work. Graduates may chooseto work in construction project management ascontract administrators and quantity surveyorsfor, government department and statutory boards,developers, consultants and contractors.
Property and Facilities Management
This option will equip students with thenecessary skills in marketing property and in themanagement and maintenance of all properties
and their facilities. Graduates may choose to workas Property & Facilities Management Officers,
Property Sales Executives, etc. with developers,property consultants, management corporations,government departments, statutory boardsand town councils.
The Diploma in Property Development and FacilitiesManagement course also equips students withgood problem-solving and analytical skills, creativethinking ability and the right work ethics. Inaddition, it emphasises on training students with
good IT & computers applications skills for theindustry specific requirements.
The broad based nature of the course and theversatility of the students is enhanced by theintroduction of electives in the areas of businessand management, science and technology andin humanities and social sciences.
Career Prospects and Graduate OpportunitiesGraduates of this course can find suitableemployment as middle managers in both the
public and private sectors of the propertydevelopment and facilities management sectorsof a very large industry. They can choose to workin various positions including:
Project Management Officer
Project Coordinator
Site Coordinator
Technical Officer Quantity Surveyor
Contract Administrator
Property & Facilities Management Officer
Property Sales Executive
Building Product Sales Executive
Employers include government departments,statutory boards and town councils, contractors,consultants and property developers.
Established overseas universities grant our
graduates at least one-year of exemption fromtheir three-year degree courses or two yearsexemption from their four-year courses. Examplesof these universities are Heriot-Watt University,
University of Salford and Reading University, allin the UK, the University of South Australia,Queensland University of Technology and theUniversity of Technology Sydney in Australia.
Graduates can also pursue part-time degreeprogrammes locally, with similar exemptions, ininstitutions like the National University of Singapore
and the Singapore Institute of Management. Anumber of distance learning programmes are alsoavailable.
Our graduates are also granted exemption from theMembership Part I Examination of the CharteredInstitute Of Building (UK) and may take the RoyalInstitute of Chartered Surveyors (UK) Examinations.
Course ModulesFull-Time First Year
Year- Long ModulesBE2101 Elementary Construction 150 Technology & PracticeBE2102 Law of Contract & Tort 105
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BE2313 Maintenance of Building Services 60
General Elective Module 30
Semester Two Sequential ModulesBE2324 Facilities Maintenance 45
BE2325 Property & Facilities 75
Management
BE2326 Space & Event Management 45
BE2315 Property Law 45
BE2321 Project Management 60
LC0104 Communication Skills for Work 60
Full-Time (Direct Entry to Second Year)
Students offering GCE A-Levels, STPM and
Malaysia Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
qualifications will be considered for directadmission into the 2nd year (refer to Academic
Information section for details). They will be on
the following course structure:
Full-Time Second Year
Year- Long Modules
BE2101 Elementary Construction 150
Technology & Practice
BE2102 Law of Contract & Tort 105
BE2201 Construction Technology 150
BE2202 Measurement of Building Works 180
Semester One Sequential Modules
BE2106 Building Services I 60
BE2205 Property Maintenance 45
& Management
Semester Two Sequential ModulesBE2209 Building Services II 60
BE2207 Building Maintenance Technology 45
Stage 2A
BE2206 Principles of Accounting 30
& Finance
BE2208 Building Materials 60
Stage 2B
BE2210 Construction Project 60 Management I
BE2211 Specifications & Tender 30 Documentation
Full-Time Third Year
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT &QUANTITY SURVEYING OPTION
Year- Long Module
BE2301 Advanced Construction, 135 Safety & QualityBE2302 Advanced Measurement 150BE2303 Integrated Project 90
Semester One Sequential Modules
BE2304 Contract Administration 75BE2305 IT & Computer Applications II 60
Semester Two Sequential Modules
BE2308 Construction Project 75 Management IIBE2307 Estimating & Costing 75
Stage 3A
BE2306 Productivity & Quality 30 in ConstructionLC0104 Communication Skills for Work 30
Stage 3B
BE2204 Principles of Economics 60BE2309 Building Services III 60
Diploma in Civil &Structural EngineeringThis three-year full-time course equips studentswith broad-based knowledge in civil and structural
engineering. Students will see how mathematics,science and physical geography are applied to thebuilt environment. For example, the strength andstability of tall buildings can be analysed by usingthe laws of physics and mathematics. Powerfuland user-friendly computer software in structuralengineering can be used to simulate the behaviourof the buildings under different loads and windconditions. It is also in civil engineering that waterresources management and mass transportationof people are taught. Students also learn the veryunique knowledge of the soils below ground in
foundation design, underground and reclamationworks. Buildings and above-ground structures,underground tunnels for roads, rails and sewerpipes need strong foundations and stabilised soils.
In a knowledge economy, information technology(IT) is now an essential tool for any engineering
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profession. New students in civil and structural
engineering will learn essentials of Internet
Technology, Visual BASIC, computer software
applications, computer-aided drafting and design,computer modeling and structural simulation. As
all modules notes are available on-line, registered
DCSE students can retrieve notes and submit
assignments from home.
Students will have face-to-face contact with
instructors and peer-interaction through class
discussions and group work. These are essential
for building teamwork, cultivating self-confidence
and developing communication skills. Through
the use of fun-learning activities, project-based
learning, case-study methods and problem-based learning, students will acquire independent
learning and problem-solving skills. Assignments
are innovatively designed to allow for integration
of concepts and for expression of personal abilities
and interests. Students rediscover fun in learning
through competitions. Examples are precast
concrete models, waste recycling projects,
innovative structural design, and web-page design
competitions. These competitions form part
of the coursework and are designed to stimulate
students to be innovative and apply sound
engineering principles and design concepts.
Students have four electives to choose from in the
3rd year. They include Environmental Microbiology,
Further Engineering Mathematics, Geomatics
& GPS Applications and Civil & Structural Design
& Submission.
Career Prospects
With these broad-based technical and IT skills,
DCSE graduates will be versatile and be able find
jobs in many sectors of the built environment.
In the Singapore Concept Plan 2001 released
by the Urban Redevelopment Authority, it shows
the vision of how to house 5.5 million people
over a period of 40 to 50 years. The vision is to
develop Singapore into a thriving world-class city
in the 21st century. Despite the increasing
demands on the limited land space, the Concept
Plan will provide for an enhanced quality of life.
Some of URAs key proposals include: a) New
housing in familiar places, b) High-rise city living -
a room with a view, c) More choices for recreation
and d) an extensive rail network.
The Construction 21 paper launched in October
1999 will require new technologists who
are professional, competent with IT skills,
knowledgeable in modern construction methods
which are safer, more buildable and productive.
The Singapore Green Plan (SGP) 2012 is Singapores
blueprint towards environmental sustainability.
The SGP 2012 was officially released at the World
Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD)held in Johannesburg, South Africa from Aug 26
to Sep 4, 2002. It represents Singapores response
to the global challenge on sustainability
development. This will provide civil engineering
technologists new challenges in the design
and maintenance of sustainable built environment.
In the White Paper, a World-Class Land Transport
System (2 January 1996), the Land Transport
Authority (LTA) sets out how the Authority intends
to achieve its objectives and transport vision for
Singapore. Again, this requires civil engineering
technologists to help LTA in achieving the
objectives for world-class land transport system.
One of the main on-going projects is the
$6.6 billion Circle Line (CCL) Project which
will only be completed in 2010.
Water recycling is a national priority. The Public
Utilities Board (PUB) has a mission to secure
an adequate supply of water at affordable cost.
The multi-million deep tunnel sewerage system
(DTSS) will be completed only in 2015. The
success of the production of NEWater achieves
part of the mission and the search of alternativesources of potable water is ongoing.
With the broad training offered in civil engineering,
our graduates can find employment positions
as technical officers in the statutory boards and
government departments, or as assistant project
managers or supervisors in the construction
industry. In the civil and structural engineering
consultant firms, they can work as assistant
structural designers or draughtspersons. In the
building materials supply chain, they can work
as sub-contractors supervisors or marketing
sales executives.
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DCSE graduates are certified by the Building
and Construction Authority as clerk-of-works to
supervise structural works. Those who passed the
Building Construction Safety Supervisors Courseare also certified by the Ministry of Manpower
to supervise building site safety. They can also
upgrade and pursue a part-time safety officers
course, called the Certificate in Occupational
Safety and Health which is recognised by the
Ministry of Manpower for the application of
Registered Safety Officer. It is offered by the
School of the Built Environment & Design.
Our graduates have gained direct entry into the
second year of the four-year civil engineering
degree courses in National University of Singaporeand Nanyang Technological University.
Many overseas universities in the Commonwealth,
such as United Kingdom, Australia and Canada,
recognise the Singapore Polytechnics Diploma in
Civil & Structural Engineering and grant advanced
standing to our graduates. Many have completed
their degrees in civil engineering in two years.
DCSE graduates are also exempted from Part I of
the Engineering Council (UK) Examinations.
Course ModulesFull-Time First Year
Common Modules Hours
BE3010 CAD Studio 90
BE3011 Building Technology & Materials 180
BE3012 Structural Mechanics 90
Semester 1
BE3013 Applied Science 45
SP0101 Character Development 30
Semester 2
BE3014 Internet Technology 60 General Elective Module 30
Stage 1A
BE3015 Geomatics 1 60MS3123* Basic Mathematics 75
(* Those who have credit pass in AdditionalMathematics are exempted from MS3123)
Stage 1B
BE3016 Design Project 1 45MS3124 Engineering Mathematics 1 75LC1000 Communications Skills I 60
Full-Time Second Year
Common
BE3020 Structural Concrete Design 120 & CADDBE3021 Structural Analysis & Simulation 90BE3022 Computer Programming 90
& GIS ApplicationsBE3023 Civil Engineering Construction 90 & Measurements
MS3227 Engineering Mathematics 2 90
Stage 2A
BE3024 Environmental Science 45BE3025 Transportation Engineering 60BE3026 Design Project 2 45 General Elective Module 30
Stage 2B
BE3027 Hydraulics 75BE3028 Geomatics 2 60 General Elective Module 30
Full-Time Third YearCommon
BE3031 Structural Steel Design & CADD 120BE3032 Geotechnical Engineering 150BE3033 Project 90
Stage 3A
BE3034 Civil Engineering 75 Project ManagementBE3035 Civil Engineering Technology 60BE3036 Precast Technology 45 & Structural Repair
BExxxx Elective A 45 General Elective Module 30
Stage 3B
BE3037 Water & Wastewater 60
Technology
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BE3038 Safety, Health & 45 Environmental ManagementLC1001 Communication Skills II 60
BExxxx Elective B 45 General Elective Module 30Elective A
MS3320 Further Engineering 45 MathematicsBE3039 Environmental Microbiology 45
Elective B
BE3040 Geomatics & GPS Applications 45BE3041 C&S Design & Submission 45
Full-Time (Direct Entry to Second Year)Students offering GCE A-Levels, STPM and
Malaysia Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
qualifications (refer to Academic Information for
details) can be considered for direct admission
into the second year. They will take the following
modules:
Full-Time Second Year
Common Modules Hours
BE3010 CAD Studio 90
BE3011 Building Technology & Materials 180BE3012 Structural Mechanics 90CB3722 Computer Programming 90
& ApplicationsCB3723 Civil Engineering Construction 120 & Measurements
Semester 1
LC0103 Report Writing & Presentation 30
Semester 2
LC0104 Communication Skills for Work 30
Stage 2A
CB3725 Geotechnical Engineering 1 75CB3726 Transportation Engineering 60
Stage 2B
CB3727 Hydraulics 75CB3728 Environmental Science 45BE3015 Geomatics 1 60
Full-Time Third Year
CommonCB3720 Structural Concrete Design 120
& CADD
CB3721 Structural Analysis & Simulation 90
CB3724 Engineering Surveying 2 60CB3730 Construction Project Management 90
CB3731 Structural Steel Design & CADD 120CB3732 Project 90
Stage 3ACB3733 Geotechnical Engineering 2 75CB3734 Civil Engineering Technology 60CB37xx Elective 45
Stage 3B
CB3735 Water & Wastewater Technology 75CB3737 Construction Safety, Health 45 & Environment
Elective
MS3320 Further Engineering Mathematics 45
CB3740 Advanced Engineering Surveying 60
Certificate in OccupationalSafety & HealthThis is a one-year course designed to trainsafety personnel to qualify as Safety Officersunder the Factories Act for various industriesincluding construction, marine, shipbuilding &
repair, chemical and petroleum and for factoriesgenerally.
The course is offered to Polytechnic andUniversity graduates on a part-time basis. Thecourse duration is one year. On completion of thecourse, graduates will be awarded the SingaporePolytechnic Certificate in Occupational Safetyand Health which is recognised by the Ministryof Manpower, Singapore for the application ofRegistered Safety Officer.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must possess a relevant PolytechnicDiploma or University Degree. Details on admission
requirements are found in the Academic InformationChapter of this prospectus.
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Course Assessment
The assessment of students performance will beby formal examinations and practical assignments.
Course StructureThe course comprises three lecture modules inthe first semester and one practical module in the
second semester.
First Semester Hours
CB2901 Occupational Safety 60CB2902 Occupational Health 60CB2903 Safety Management 60
Second SemesterCB2904 Practical Assignments* 80
(* Practical Assignment will be conducted atparticipants workplace. There are no formalclasses for this module.)
Extra-Mural CoursesGraduates holding a relevant Singapore Polytechnic
diploma from this department may apply to attendthe following extra-mural courses:
a) Structural Analysis using SAP2000
b) Precast and Prestressed Concrete Design
c) Reinforced Concrete Design to BS 8110
d) Civil Engineering Contract & Quantities
e) Contract Arbitration
f) Structural Steel Design & Detailing to BS 5950
g) Introduction to SIA Form of Contract (1987)
h) Building and Services Maintenance Technology
i) External Works Maintenance Technology
j) Project Management using MS project
These courses are held in the evenings overperiods which vary from 10 to 12 weeks. Otherextra- mural courses offered from time to time areadvertised in the newspapers.
Design Studios /Laboratories / Workshops
Architectural Design Studios and the Arch-
itectural Design and Resource Centre (ADRC)
are active design teaching and resource facilities.In the design studios students can work anddiscuss their projects with lecturers, and interact
with other students. The ADRC is equippedwith architectural building samples and productcatalogues for students self-learning as well asto provide the facilities for students to transposetwo-dimensional drawings into three-dimensionalscale models and to display their works.
Architectural Electronic Studios (E-Studios)consist of four computer laboratories and oneplotter room. The E-Studios house 200 high-end
workstations loaded with Microstation, Autocad,3D Studios Viz, and Microsoft Office software.Students use the E-studios to design and drawarchitectural drawings and generate 3D modelsfor their projects Studio-based design teaching isalso being undertaken in the E-studios as lecturersgive personalised guidance to students working ontheir projects. The adjacent plotter room has twoA0 size laser printers, one A0 size color plotter,
two A3 color printers and one A3 laser printer.
Building Maintenance Laboratoryis to be usedas a support centre for building surveying anddefect diagnosis work to be carried out on sites.It is equipped with a range of non destructivetesting (NDT) equipment and instruments whichwill allow students to learn the salient pointsof physical building inspection, defect diagnosisand maintenance.
Experiments for determining the thermal andacoustic environment are carried out in theBuilding Science Laboratory. It is equippedwith the latest instruments for measuring andanalysing the various physical conditions in the
built environment.
Building Services Laboratory facilitates thestudy and understanding of the various utilitiesand services in buildings through workshoppractice and experiments in:
a) Mechanical Ventilation and Air- conditioning;
b) Electrical Installation and Lighting;
c) Fire Protection;
d) Building Security and Communications;
e) Plumbing & Sanitary Systems.
Civil Engineering e-Studios consist of twolabs, equipped with 56 PC systems. The newlyset-up studios provide facilities for studentsto use specialised computer software for theirassignments. Some of them are SAP2000, ORIONsoftware, and Microstation suite of products forstructural analysis, design and detailing. In theschools multi-media laboratory, web authoringtools (such as Macromedia Flash, Dreamweaver
and Fireworks) are also available for students.
Construction Technology Laboratory is usedas a learning resource centre for constructiontechnology. It is equipped with a wide range ofteaching aids, mock up/knock down & assemblyunits, material samples and technical informationfor students. These are used to enhance theunderstanding of the assembly and erection
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procedures of building elements and the learning
of construction technology.
Design Workshops are well maintainedaccording to the relevant environmental standardsand equipped to enable students explore theirdesigns through working with building materialsand tools. Students also learn safety proceduresin the working with different tools.
Environmental Engineering Laboratory isequipped with analytical instruments for thetesting of water and wastewater samples, jar testsand hydrology studies. Hands-on experimentsare designed to help students reinforce their
understanding of modules such as EnvironmentalScience, Environmental Microbiology and Water& Wastewater Technology.
Geotechnics Laboratory provides facilities forthe testing of various physical properties andcompressibility characteristics of soils. Experimentsrelated to shear strength and compressibility ofsoil are fully computerised with data loggers tocapture data and soil software to process the data.A wide range of geotechnical instruments are alsoavailable as teaching aids.
Hydraulics Laboratoryenables students to gainclearer understanding of fluid mechanics. It isequipped to allow flow measurements in pipeand open channel, determination of pipe frictionand fitting losses and the study of open channelflow characteristics. These experiments verifytheoretical parameters and hence reinforcestudents learning.
Interior Design Studiosprovide the home-basefor students to work on their design projects. Theyfacilitate studio-based teaching with personalised
guidance by lecturers and peer learning though theclose interaction between them. Students worksare displayed and students can learn by sharing.
Materials Testing Laboratory provides facilities
for experimental studies on the properties and
strengths of various materials encountered in
building and civil engineering works. A range
of equipment is available for the various standard
tests on cement, aggregate, concrete, bricks and
materials for roads. Facilities are also available for
students to try out various concrete production
processes such as mixing, placing, curing andtesting concrete.
Multimedia Laboratory, a project lab for BEstaff and students, is a PC lab with 40 work-stations installed with CADD and multimediaapplications. Users have the freedom and ability
to create and explore areas of multimedia whichare not readily available in the CI Labs. Some ofthe applications installed in the lab include 2D
CADD drafting, 3D Modeling and Animation,Authoring Systems to create interactive CD-ROMbased simulations, Digital and Analogue Videocapture and non-linear Video Editing. The labprovides facilities and equipment for :
a) Full colour scanning up to A4 and B&W Printing
up to A3 size.
b) Video Capture for creation of VCDs with CD
writers, DVDs with DVD writer.
c) Digital Still Cameras and Digital Video Cameras
for photo and Video shooting.
d) Large format colour plotting up to A0 size forposters and other artwork.
In the multimedia laboratory, web authoring tools(such as Macromedia Flash, Dreamweaver andFireworks) are also available for students.
Project Laboratory is equipped with facilities tosupport students in their process of learning,understanding and fabrication of models in theConstruction Technology and Design Modules. Awide range of equipment and tools are available
for students to do hands-on related to theirprojects.
Quantity Surveying Electronic Studio servesthe purpose of simulating the actual work &IT enabled environment in a QS firm, usingcomputers for such work as the preparation of Billsof Quantities, pre and post contract documentation,contract procurement, progress payments, finalaccounts, estimating, cost analyses, cost plansetc. Students can now refer to on-line databasessuch as catalogues, price lists, portals for the e-
procurement of materials, computer-aided taking-off and estimating packages, and other related
software during tutorial periods.
Survey Laboratory is equipped with a variety ofmodern surveying instruments such as lasers,total stations, digital levels and digital theodolitesand GPS System. It facilitates practical sessionson land surveying carried out by students.
Structures Laboratory complements the studyof the modules on Structural Mechanics andStructural Analysis & Simulation and StructuralSteel. Simple models of structures are used tostudy structural behaviour and to illustrate the
fundamental concepts of structural mechanics.Experiments can be performed on simplestructural elements for the measurement ofrelevant forces, displacements as well as strains.
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Synopses Of ModulesBE1000 Architectural Design Studio I
The module will address the fundamental issuesof critical observation and reflection, critical and
creative thinking, visualization and documentation
to develop design thinking. Students will be
put through series of exercises to develop 3D
visualisation and freehand sketching skills.
Projects will be used to develop the capacity
to conceive architectural design ideas in terms
of spatial development in response to theory,
ergonomics, anthropometrics, and environmental
and technical issues. The ability to conceptualise
in 3D through the making of study models
and prepare appropriate architectural graphicdocumentation will be developed to enable
students to demonstrate their application of
knowledge acquired from the other modules in
the year into an integrated studio project.
BE1001 Theory of Architecture IIntroduces students to the principles of design,
and an overview of the relevance of theory and
design language of the architectural intention
of the early Western History and its parallel
development in Asia. It will provide students with
the fundamental understanding of the beginningof architectural thought and its effect on the
contemporary architectural design, towards
critical and generative design strategies. Students
will be required to articulate their understanding
of this module through their integrated studio
project.
BE1002 Building Technology IProvides students with the fundamental knowledge
of building technology, and architectural detailing
using natural materials, masonry and reinforced
concrete. Students will be put through a seriesof exercises to explore the design potential of
these materials in response to the structural
and environmental forces. They will also be
taught to appreciate the fundamental concepts
and behaviour of simple building structures.
Students will be required to demonstrate their
understanding of this module through their
integrated studio project.
BE1003 Environmental Science IIntroduces students to the fundamentals of ecology
and its impact on architecture; it will examineand explore the potential of passive environmental
approach (using natural means) in creating
architecture. Students will be taught the concepts
of human comfort in the tropics and other
climates. Relevant codes pertaining to day
lighting, natural ventilation and waste disposal
and segregation will be referred to as guide
for students to develop the appreciation of
the ecological design and waste managementsystem and practice, and apply them appropriately.
Students will be required to demonstrate their
understanding of this module into their integrated
studio project.
BE1004 Computer-Aided Design& Presentation
Provides students with the knowledge and
skills in computer-aided architectural drawings,
documentation, design and presentation. Students
will be introduced to the CAD standards per-
taining to the symbols, drawing convention, linecolour and layering system and be taught to
use the computer software to generate 2D
architectural drawings, 3D modelling and
rendering. They will also be exposed to a digital
presentation software to develop the skills
in computer-aided visual composition for their
integrated studio project.
BE1005 Architectural Design Studio IIProvides students with the knowledge of
architectural design and detailing in context
and with reference to the code of practices.The development of design strategies and
documentation of drawings for the purpose
of architectural design presentation, statutory
submission and detailing will be the focus of this
module. Students will be expected to demonstrate
their application of knowledge acquired from
other modules in the year into an integrated studio
project.
BE1006 Theory of Architecture IIExamines the philosophy, and evolution of the
design language of the architectural intention ofthe 19th Century to the present and its parallel
development in Asia. It will provide students with
the knowledge and understanding, towards critical
and generative design strategies. Students will be
required to articulate their understanding of this
module through their integrated studio project.
BE1007 Building Technology IIProvides students with the knowledge of design
buildability with reference to pre-cast concrete
technology and the concept of pre-fabrication,
using natural and processed materials withemphasis on sustainability to create architecture and
detailing. Students will be put through a series of
exercises to explore the design potential of the
building materials in response to the structural
and environmental forces. They will also be taught
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the fundamentals of various reinforced concrete
structures and construction. Students will be
required to demonstrate their understanding
of this module through their integrated studioproject.
BE1008 Environmental Science IIThis module will further develop students
understanding of the concepts of ecological
design with emphasis of resources management
in architecture. It will also provide students with
the knowledge and understanding of systems
involved in domestic water supply, artificial lighting
and electricity, vertical transportation, surface and
roof drainage, and sanitation and their influence in
spatial design and organisation. Students will berequired to demonstrate their understanding of
this module through their integrated studio project.
BE1009 Architectural Design Studio IIIProvides students with the knowledge for a
comprehensive practice-oriented design process,
with synthesis of multiple competencies. It
will put students through the entire process
of architectural design, development and
documentation from the macro to the micro
design and the statutory submissions. The
emphasis will be on the exploration of technologyin the conceptualisation and the development
of the architecture. Students will be required
to demonstrate their application of knowledge
acquired from other modules in the year into
this integrated studio project
BE1010 Building Technology IIIProvides students with the knowledge and
understanding of steel construction technology
and detailing for high-rise, and building materials
and structure of advanced technology. Students
will be put through a series of exercises toexplore the design and detailing potential of the
building materials and analyse its impact to the
design. They will also be taught to appreciate the
design and the use of various building proprietary
system. Students will be required to demonstrate
their understanding of this module through their
studio project.
BE1011 Environmental Science IIIThe module will further address issues related to
environmental and resources management, and
the integration of advanced building systems andtheir impact on the architecture and environment.
Students will be required to demonstrate their
understanding of this module through their
integrated studio project.
BE1012 Productivity & QualityManagement inArchitectural Practice
The module will introduce students to theconcepts of productivity and quality management
and the fundamentals of ISO and other quality
systems that are relevant to architectural practice.
It will develop competency in students to complete
relevant statutory forms and documents for the
purpose of architectural statutory submissions.
Students will be taught Pre-Contract, Contract
and Post-Contract administration procedures
of a building project, and they will be required
to demonstrate their understanding of this
module through their integrated studio project.
BE1400 Design Studio IFundamental issues of interior design will be
examined through a series of readings, exercises
and interconnected projects to develop the
capacity to conceive of interior design in terms
of spatial sequences, qualities of good detailing,
spatial organisation and ergonomics, focusing on
the basic elements of spatial design in response
to a simple design brief for human habitation.
The ability to conceptualise in three-dimensions,
appropriate documentation, graphic and model-
making skills will be developed.
BE1401 Interior Technology ISimple construction, materials and detailing
for interior space are studied. Basic structural
principles are introduced. An understanding of the
building codes and standards and its applications
to interior design will be developed. Human
comfort, ecological design and the use of building
systems (plumbing, electrical and mechanical) will
be studied.
BE1402 Theory of Design IExamines the architectural intentions anddevelopment of critical thought exploringpossibilities for the ethical and poetic purposeof design, from Antiquity to the Renaissance
and its parallel development in Asia. It willprovide the student with a fundamental under-standing of the beginning of architectural thoughtand its relevance for developing critical andgenerative design strategies.
BE1403 Computer-Aided Design& Presentation
To develop understanding and manual applicationof constructing geometric drawing, orthographicprojection, working drawings and presentationfor effective design communication. Basiccomputer applications will be taught. Skills in2-D computer drafting and 3-D presentation will
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be developed. All these CADD skills will be usedin the students projects.
BE1404 Design Studio IIThis will investigate increasingly complex interiordesign problems developing from the issues
of spatial sequences, notion of dwelling, good
detailing, elements of interior design in response
to specific site and activities. The student will
develop new knowledge and skills in theory,
technology, site analysis, and communications.
The project will develop the awareness of
multiple issues and considerations in design and
to expand conceptual capabilities for confronting
and integrating competing demands. The design
of exhibitions and stage set will also be explored.The student will explore the use of computer
applications to develop design. This module will
also explore the design of furniture to understand
its effects in a space. The students will study
various design strategies and ergonomics for
their furniture design project.
BE1405 Interior Technology IIProvides students with knowledge of construction,
materials and detailing for more complex interior
spaces. An understanding of the building codes
and standards and its applications for more complexdesign briefs will be developed. Human comfort
and ecological design for complex design briefs
and the use of new building systems (plumbing,
electrical and mechanical) will be studied. Lighting
and acoustic design will also be studied.
BE1406 Theory of Design IIExamines Western architectural intentions and
the development of critical thought from the
17th to the 19th centuries and its parallel
development in Asia. It intends to introduce
students to the effects of philosophical thoughtsof the 17th to 19th centuries on contemporary
design, and its relevance to the question of
the ethics and poetics of design. The module
will also examine topical issues concerning the
making of art and architecture towards developing
critical and generative design strategies for
contemporary design practice.
BE1407 Design Studio IIIThis module will, through a series of studio-based
exercises in design, develop in the students the
skills in greater synthesis of competing demandsand its integration leading to a resolved design.
The emphasis will be: three-dimension ordering
of spatial sequence, conceptualisation of interior
design programme and development of design
language to response to different conditions.
The design will need to incorporate statutory,
programmatic, and environmental requirements.
The exercises will facilitate the development of
skills in analysing site, developing techniques
in using both inductive and deductive analysisto inform design process, integrating these
with understanding of theory, history, culture,
technology, ecology to conceptualise them into
a three- dimensional solution.
BE1408 Interior Technology IIIProvides students with the knowledge of advanced
construction, materials and detailing for complex
designs. An understanding of the building codes
and standards and its applications for complex
design briefs will be developed.
BE1409 Theory of Design IIIThis module will study the development of critical
thought from the 19th century to the present
and its parallel development in Asia, towards
developing critical and generative design strategies
for contemporary design practice.
BE1410 Productivity & QualityManagement inInterior Design Practice
Provides students with knowledge of project
quality management skills in project managementand design office practices. The students will also
learn how to administer interior design contracts
from the preliminary budgeting, tendering,
awarding the contract and the supervision of
work. Students will learn the codes of conduct
and ethic of a professional practice and their
relationships with clients, suppliers, consultants
and authorities.
BE 1700 Landscape Design Studio IProvides students with the fundamental knowledge
and principles of landscape design; its communi-cation and presentation techniques. Students
will learn to apply concepts and fundamentals of
theory and knowledge of technology of landscape
design through small-scale projects, and creative
thinking skills will be developed through the designprocess.
BE 1701 Landscape Materialsand Technology I
Provides students with the knowledge of aesthe-
tics and spatial design using plant materials
in the tropics. It will develop students under-
standing of basic botanical sciences concerning
plants character of growth, planting, maintenance
and propagation techniques. Students will also
learn basic landscape architectural construction
and working drawings, landscape shaping, contour
manipulation, drainage and earthworks.
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BE 1702 History & Theoryof Landscape Design I
Develops students sensitivity towards humanphysical and mental responses to the environ-ment. It introduces students to an appreciationof the theory and evolution of landscape designin South East Asia and Asia from vernacular tothe modern adaptation.
BE 1703 Environmental Systems& Processes
Introduces students to the role of environmentalprocesses in shaping the patterns of the physicalenvironment and the operation of global environ-ment systems. There will be an emphasis onthe sustainable interaction of humans with their
environment and the causes of environmentalcrises.
BE 1704 Landscape Design Studio IIExposes students to the landscape archit-ectural design process and site planningfor flat and rolling topography. Students willalso be exposed to vertical and interior gardendesigns and its application to residential and
community based projects.
BE 1705 Landscape Materials& Technology II
Develops in students a good understanding ofthe importance of natural elements with emphasison water, rocks etc. for aesthetic and spatialdesign. Students will also develop an appreciationof the relationship between plants and waterwith their environments, habitats, communitiesand life cycles. The module will also provide
students with the knowledge of constructiondesign for waterscape and roof garden landscape,design of irrigation, water management andoutdoor lighting.
BE 1706 History & Theory ofLandscape Design II
Develops students sensitivity in the adaptive
use of art elements and design guidelines,
methodologies and analytical process in landscape
planning. It introduces students to an appreciation
of the theory and evolution of western landscape
architecture from renaissance to the present day
adaptation.
BE 1707 Computer-Aided Design& Presentation
Students learn to use software for computer-aideddesign, documentation and enhanced present-
ation in landscape design and practice.
BE 1708 Landscape Design Studio IIIThe module will expose students to the issues
and application of design process and strategies
for conservation and preservation of natural
environment, historic monument and urban sites
through its studio projects.
BE 1709 Landscape Materials& Technology III
Introduces students to building structures and
services and the relevant local regulations and
policies such as the Green Plan in Singapore, to
create an understanding of their implications to
landscape designs. It will also develop students
understanding and skills in the integration of
architectural built form and structures in the design
and creation of urban landscape and streetscape.
BE 1710 Urban Environment and SocietyExamines the sustainable (conservation) and
sociological issues and techniques for good
understanding of specific user group requirements
in the design of public spaces and landscapes.
BE 1711 PQM in LandscapeArchitecture Practice
Students will be taught PQM principles as well
as the fundamentals of project cost estimating,
specifications and contracts in landscape practice.
BE2101 Elementary ConstructionTechnology & Practice(Year-long Module)
Gives students an understanding of the cons-
truction of simple buildings. It includes an introd-
uction to the construction industry, a building, its
elements and their functions. It covers framed
& load bearing wall structures, their foundations,
external walls, partitions, floors, roofs with
coverings, wall, floor & ceiling finishes, doors,
windows, stairs and suspended ceilings. Super-
vision & quality control requirements for concrete-
work, bricklaying, plastering & tiling, carpentry
& joinery, painting, glazing & metalwork will be
covered.
BE2102 Law of Contract & Tort(Year-long Module)
Gives an appreciation of the nature, sources oflaw and the structure and hierarchy of courtsin Singapore. It also covers legislation relatingto the Construction industry, including the
Employment Act, Workmens Compensation Actand the Building Control Act. It also givesstudents an understanding of the general
principles of the law of contract and tort andtheir application to the construction industry.
BE2103 Building ScienceProvides students with an understanding of thefactors related to the internal environmentalconditions of buildings and spaces. Particular
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emphasis is placed on ventilation, thermalcondition and building acoustics.
BE2106 Building Services IProvides students with an understanding of theinstallation of mechanical and electrical servicesin small residential buildings.
BE2109 Building Design & DrawingGives students the ability to manually draftsimple construction details in sketch or scaledrawing form. Students are also introduced toreading and interpreting simple building drawings.An appreciation is also given, of design & itsimportance and to the design process as appliedto building design and detailing of components.
BE2110 IT & Computer Applications 1Provides basic training for student in the preparationof drawings using CADD application. It trainsstudents to prepare drawings in 2-Dimension aswell as 3- Dimension. This is a hands-on moduleand will concentrate on building constructiondrawing and will be conducted in computerlaboratories.
BE2111 IT & Computing for theProperty Industry
Develops the students knowledge of the useof IT in the property industry. It focuses onapplication of IT as an enabler for gathering,
organising and managing information for decision-making and reports. Students are given anunderstanding of the World Wide Web, net-working and the Internet. It also introduces thegeneral principles and strategies of developingproperty database applications. Knowledge ofword and spreadsheet processing will bereinforced to manage construction and real estateinformation.
BE2112 Building Materials ApplicationProvides students with an understanding of theproperties of common building materials and theiruses in the construction industry. Emphasis isplaced on field studies of materials, laboratorywork and on their use and application in appropriatesituations
BE2201 Construction Technology(Year-long Module)
Gives students an understanding of the
construction of more complex building structures.It covers superstructure components such as
steel frames, in situ & precast floors, steel truss& girder roofs, precast stairs, infill panel walls,facings, cladding & curtain walling, special doors& aluminium windows. Students are also taughtthe construction of substructure work of buildings,
including deep trench & basement excavation& support, pile & raft foundations, basements &retaining wall construction, soil & site investigation
& control of ground water. It also developsstudents ability to read & interpret buildingdrawings including, architectural, structural &services drawings.
BE2202 Measurement of Building Works(Year-long Module)
Gives students an understanding of and the abilityto measure, in accordance with standard rules,simple structural work in buildings, including
load-bearing wall and reinforced concrete framedstructures. Brickwork and blockwork, and reinforcedconcrete, sub-structure and super-structure worksare covered in detail.
Students also cover to architectural work includinginternal floor, wall and ceiling finishes, roofconstruction and finishes, doors and windows.
BE2204 Principles of EconomicsGives students an understanding of the workingof economic principles in a construction industryenvironment. It covers market theory of supplyand demand and their elasticity in the case of land,housing, labour and materials. It includes theory
of the firm in the built environment & thestructure and nature of the construction industry,macro- economy and government policy.
BE2205 Property & Maintenance ManagementGives students an understanding of the planning,
organising, control and costing of maintenance
work in both public and private housing estates.
The objectives of maintenance work, inspection
systems and procedures, work control and records
will be taught. In addition, the legal aspects and
requirements for maintenance managementincluding the requirements under the Town
Council Act will also be covered.
BE2206 Principles of Accounting& Finance
Gives students an understanding of basic book-keeping principles, balance sheet, profit & lossstatement and ratio analysis. Sources of finance,mathematics of finance and cash flow analysiswill also be taught.
BE2207 Building Maintenance TechnologyGives students an understanding of the causesof structural & architectural defects in thebuilding fabric, the ability to diagnose defectsand recommend solutions for repair, replacement& improvements to the building.
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BE2208 Building MaterialsProvides students with an understanding ofthe properties of common building materials and
their uses in the construction industry. Emphasis isplaced on field studies of materials and laboratory
work.
BE2209 Building Services IIGives students an understanding of the installationof mechanical and electrical service to largebuildings.
BE2210 Construction ProjectManagement I
Gives students an understanding of generaland scientific management principles that apply
in construction projects. General managementprinciples of structure and relationships in anorganisation, the management processes ofplanning, organising, control and motivationare covered followed by Construction ProjectManagement processes including planningscheduling and controlling resources to achievehigher productivity and quality.
BE2211 Specifications & TenderDocumentation
Gives students an understanding of the preparation
of tender documents and the ability to writesimple specifications for building work. It alsocovers contractual arrangements and tenderingprocedures.
BE2212 Property MaintenanceManagement & Sustainability
Gives students an understanding of the planning,organising, control and costing of maintenancework in both public and private housing estates.The objectives of maintenance work, with anemphasis on economic sustainability of the buildingstock, inspection systems & procedures, work
control and records will be taught. In addition, thelegal aspects and requirements for maintenancemanagement including the requirements underthe Town Council Act will be covered.
BE2213 Principles of Accounting& Finance
Gives students an understanding of basic
accounting and finance concepts for construction
including, sources of finance, book-keeping
principles, understanding of balance sheet, profit
& loss and cash flow, fixed and current assets
and financial ratio analysis.
BE2214 Principles of StructuresGives students an appreciation of the forces
acting on a building structure & ensuring
structural strength & safety of buildings. Students
are given an appreciation of how structures behave
under load, why they fail & how they should be
designed and constructed to prevent structural
failure. It covers the concept of forces, bendingmoments, stresses, strain and elasticity and the
design of simple reinforced concrete structures.
BE2215 Principles of ConstructionProject Management
Gives students an understanding of general &
scientific management principles that apply in
construction projects. General management
principles of structure & relationships in an
organisation, the management processes of
planning, organising, control & motivation
are covered followed by Construction ProjectManagement processes including planning
scheduling & controlling resources to achieve
higher productivity and quality.
BE2216 Contract Procurement& Documentation
Gives students an understanding of the preparation
of tender documents and the ability to write simple
specifications for building work. It also covers
the different procurement methods including
traditional lump sum, remeasurement, cost
reimbursement and term contracts, the design
and build system & management contracting
& the associated tendering procedures.
BE2301 Advanced Construction, Safety & QualityGives students an understanding of more
complex, up-to-date specialised construction
systems/methods and external works. It covers
underpinning, shoring, scaffolding and gantries,
demolition, special formwork systems, demountable
partitions and ceiling, prestressing and precast
prefabricated construction, construction automation,
construction plant, portal frames, wide span roof
structures and coverings, sunshading devices,
roadworks, boundary walls and fencing, surface
water drainage, turfing and landscaping. In safety
management, it develops the ability to ensure
safety on a work site by safe housekeeping,
management and maintenance of a safe working
environment and safe working procedures in
accordance with the Factories Act & BOWEC
Regulations and other legislation.
BE 2302 Advanced Measurement(Year-long Module)
Gives an understanding of and the ability to
measure in detail, bulk excavation & earthworks,
basement construction & waterproofing, piling,
diaphragm walling & underpinning, site clearance,
spot items & demolition & alteration works in
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accordance with standard rules. Students are
also taught how to measure plumbing & drainage
work, metal windows & doors, structural steel-
work, precast and prestressed concrete works,external claddings, curtain walling, system ceilings
and external works.
BE2303 Integrated Project(Year-long Module)
Aims to develop initiative, self-reliance and
organisational abilities by making students work
independently in a simulated work situation.
It consists of an in-depth study, under the
guidance of a tutor, of a topic related to actual
practice in quantity surveying, construction
project management, and property & facilitiesmanagement. The project could simulate, the
preparation of a Bill of Quantities by measurement,
a study of some construction element or aspect
of property management and maintenance work.
It draws upon the various aspects of the course
content and may require a thorough literature
search & field work and the writing of a report,
model making or video or CD production or the
writing of application software.
BE2304 Contract Administration
Gives an understanding of the standard formsof building contracts and sub-contracts, and the
roles and relationships of the contracting parties.
It gives a simple understanding of contract
administration procedures including procedures
for payment, communication, quality control,
variations, extension of time and liquidated
damages, final accounts, subcontracting and
insurance.
BE2305 IT & Computer Applications IIProvides students with an ability to use
computer software for project managementand cost management. Students will learn to use
project management software to plan, organise
and present the project. They will also learn to
prepare a cost plan by computer application
including the measurement of building works.
BE2306 Productivity & Qualityin Construction
Gives students the basic concepts and principles of
productivity & quality assurance in a construction
setting. Quality Control Circle tools are taught to
develop student ability to deal with constructionprocess problems and defects. An understanding
of the implementation of an ISO 9000 Quality
Assurance System and an appreciation of ISO
14000 in relation to construction will be given. The
CONQUAS 21 Construction Quality Assurance
System and leadership and communication
for total quality management will be covered.
BE2307 Estimating & CostingGives an understanding of estimating and theability to work as an estimator. It covers the
procedures involved in estimating, analysing
and building up prices and rates for different
items of work in the traditional building trades. It
also gives an understanding of preliminary costs
and approximate estimating.
BE2309 Building Services IIIProvides students with an understanding of lighting
systems, vertical transportation systems, testing
and commissioning of building services systemsand the measurement of building services.
BE2310 Estate Agency & Valuation(Year-long Module)
Gives students knowledge & understanding of
Singapores property market, marketing research
& strategies and the practical aspects of agency
work. Areas covered include negotiations in property
transactions and the law & practice of estate
agency. It also equips students with practical
knowledge of valuation of different types of
properties, an overview of the real estate marketand taxation. Economic factors affecting the supply
and demand of properties and their price
determination, methods of valuation and property
taxation will also be covered.
BE 2313 Maintenance of Building ServicesProvides students with an understanding of the
operation and maintenance of building service
systems including lifts, electrical & lighting, air-
conditioning, fire-fighting, plumbing and sanitation.
An understanding of energy conservation in
buildings will also be covered.
BE2315 Property LawEquips students with the general principles of
land law, and practical knowledge of statutes,
regulations, rules and other legal requirements in
relation to property.
BE2318 Advanced Construction& Quality(Year-long Module)
Gives students an understanding of temporary
works such as shoring, scaffolding, hoardings,gantries & underpinning and more complex
construction work including, demolition, specialist
formwork, prestressing, prefabrication, porta
frames, wide span roofs, sunshading devices,
automation and simple external works such
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as turfing and landscaping, surface water drainage,
driveway & roads, boundary walls and fencing.
It also introduces quality control methods
including CONQUAS & ISO 9000
BE2319 IT & Computer Application for QSGives students the ability in IT applications
relevant to Quantity Surveying work. It focuses
on applications such as Construction Electronic
Measurement System (CEMS), Estimating,
Project Management, including E-Collaboration,
and other Electronic Transactions such as E-
Tendering, E-Procurement, E-Bidding and E-
Submission.
BE2320 Building Devopment& EconomicsGives students an understanding of the economicsof property development and the costs involved.It covers developers budgeting and feasibilitystudies, design cost relationship, cost analysisand planning, life cycle costs & value engineering.
BE2321 Project ManagementGives students an understanding of the principlesof managing a development project. It covers theplanning, scheduling and budgeting of the work,
monitoring & control of development projectsfrom the perspective of developers. It coversthe preparation of a design brief, selection andappointment of consultants and the commissioningof projects, the coordination of design, tenderingand award and the management of the constructionprocess including the site layout, planning andscheduling of the resources and work etc.
BE2322 Property Developmentand Land Planning
Gives students an understanding of land economics,
land planning and uses in Singapore. Students will
also be given an appreciation of the economics
of property development including development
feasibility study & life cycle costing. Development
control and planning approval is also covered.
BE2323 IT & Computer Applications for PFMGives students the ability in IT applications relevant
to Property & Facilities Management. It also
focuses on applications such as E-business, E-
Procurement and other web services that are used
in property and facilities management. It introduces
students to the general principles and strategiesfor developing an IT-enabled building.
BE2324 Facilities MaintenanceGives students an understanding of defects
diagnosis and remedial measures for reinforced
concrete, the maintenance of all facilities in an
estate including clubhouses, swimming pools,
tennis courts, grounds including play equipment
& car parks. Cleaning, security, pest control andother servicing arrangements for the maintenance
of all facilities will also be covered.
BE2325 Property & Facilities ManagementGives an appreciation of the wide scope and
importance of facilities management, an
understanding of the Land Titles (Strata) Act and
the management of residential, commercial &
industrial complexes. Emphasis will be given to an
understanding of the need for good management
of the existing facilities, enabling effective
operation & better business performance,for regular evaluation & optimisation of the
property & facilities in view of new technological
improvements, changes in standards & legislation,
environmental legislation, budgetary constraints
& greater selection of business choice.
BE2326 Space & Event ManagementGives students an understanding of the importance
of maximising the asset value of space owned
and rented by an organisation, planning for space
utilisation & layout to maximise returns, functionality
and operating and maintenance efficacy.
Students are also given an appreciation of planning,
organising, coordinating and managing events for
organisations including space layout planning,
marketing & public relations, procurement & set
up of facilities and other logistics involved. Events
include, conferences and seminars, exhibitions
and office functions and other activities of
management corporations and property owners.
BE3010 CAD Studio
This module will train students in the basicprinciples of civil and structural drafting and
blueprint reading through project-based learning.
Students will be taught the fundamental concepts
of engineering drawing and CAD, the essential
skills and tools in using MicroStation Triforma to
produce civil and structural drawings. Students
are also required to work on a mini-project that
involves the development of a 3-D and 4-D
computer model of a civil engineering structure.
BE3011 Building Technology & Materials
This module basically covers of two main areas ofstudy, namely building technology and materials.
Students will learn to read drawings, organise
themselves, plan and co-ordinate works for a
low-rise residential building. Using architectural
and civil engineering blueprints, students will
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construct a 1:10 scaled model of the structureand fit architectural elements. The materialsused will be cement, sand and steel wire mesh.
In addition, properties of common constructionmaterials such as concrete, steel and timbers willbe covered. The combined knowledge of buildingtechnology and materials will equip the studentswith the skills and knowledge to supervise theconstruction of low-rise buildings.
Classroom instructions are supplemented withgroup work on casting and assembly of buildingcomponents in the workshop and individualcomputer-aided virtual construction of a 3Dmodel of the building in the computer laboratory.Students will also conduct laboratory tests on
concrete, steel, bricks and blocks according torelevant Standards.
BE3012 Structural MechanicsCovers the fundamentals of statics and strengthof materials. Students learn to solve problemsinvolving the analysis of statically determinatebeams, frame structures and the calculation ofstresses and strains. Topics covered includeequilibrium of forces, pin-jointed frames, shearforces and bending moments, sectional properties,direct stresses and strains, bending and shear
stresses.
BE3013 Applied ScienceProvides students with a basic knowledge inapplied science for engineering studies. Topicscovered include applied mechanics, electricity,environmental chemistry and some basic environ-mental issues. This module equips students witha sound understanding of the basic principlesand skills in solving engineering problems.Classroom instruction is supplemented withtutorials, computer on-line quizzes, project-based
assignments and usage of relevant software.
BE3014 Internet TechnologyCovers the basic application of a web publishingsoftware in designing a comprehensive website and the advanced features of internettechnology such as the proper use of webgraphics, FLASH animations and other supportingmedia in web design.
BE3015 Geomatics 1Aims to introduce the principles involved in the
practice of spatial data aquisition, processing
and presentation of these data on CAD. Studentswill learn the following basic concepts: principles
of point location, determination of heights by
levelling and the establishment of reference
marks by traversing.
BE3016 Design Project 1In this module, students will use their imagination
with inspiration from nature to redesign minor
structures. The redesign structures have to befunctional and fit for use. Students will present
their projects to demonstrate their understanding
of the design principles.
BE3020/ Structural Concrete DesignCB3720 & CADDProvides students with an understanding of
reinforced concrete design according to SS:
CP65. It covers the design of structural elements
of a building such as beams, slabs, columns and
footings. The output from the design will be
presented in detailed drawings. Students willlearn to use CADD software packages to analyse,
design and detail the structural elements.
BE3021/ Structural Analysis & SimulationCB3721Provides the basic knowledge of analysis for
determinate and indeterminate structures.
Students will learn to analyse structures by using
the classical methods, such as principles of
virtual works, consistent deformation, moment
distribution and stiffness methods. The theoretical
analysis is supplemented by computer applicationof available structural analysis software and
laboratory simulation sessions, which are tailored
to give a better understanding of the structural
theory.
BE3022 Computer Programming& GIS Applications
Provides students with basic knowledge, hands-
on practice, practical skills and techniques of
computer programming as well as its application
in solving civil engineering problems. In addition,
students will build up datasets of objectson SP Campus using GIS software for the
purpose of infrastructure management. Students
will collaborate and present these data graphically
e.g. using terrain modelling, walk through or drive
through.
BE3023/ Civil Engineering ConstructionCB3723 & MeasurementsCovers the principles and processes in the various
construction methods used in civil engineering
works such as earthworks, piling, road works,
ground water control, underpinning, concreting
works and basement construction. Students
will also be taught on the basic concepts and
principles of measurements in Civil Engineering
works. A project-based assignment and exercises
are given to enhance the understanding of the
concepts taught in the classrooms.
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BE3024/ Environmental ScienceCB3728Introduces issues that are related to the
environment. Topics will revolve around globalconcerns such as pollution, waste management,recycling efforts, etc. Requirements of ISO 14001will also be highlighted. Classroom instructionwill include projects (may includ