Advanced Construction Technology II

At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. explain industrialized proprietary building systems; and 2. carry out case studies on failures of industrialized building systems.

This course is an introduction to industrialized proprietary building systems for different building types and conditions. Mechanical and electrical systems and their installations. Mechanical plant on site. Refuse disposal. Large open roof system. Piling system. Basements, retaining walls and swimming pools. Case studies on building failures. Roads, paving and slabs.