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Introduction to computers and computing; computer organisation – data processing, memory, registers and addressing schemes; Boolean algebra; floating-point arithmetic; representation of non-numeric information; problem-solving and algorithm development; coding (solution design using flowcharts and pseudo codes). Data models and data structures; computer software and operating system; computer operators and operators precedence; components of computer programs; introduction to object oriented, structured and visual programming; use of MATLAB in engineering applications. ICT fundamentals, Internet of Things (IoT). Elements of software engineering.

Introduction to computers and computing; computer organisation – data processing, memory, registers and addressing schemes; Boolean algebra; floating-point arithmetic; representation of non-numeric information; problem-solving and algorithm development; coding (solution design using flowcharts and pseudo codes). Data models and data structures; computer software and operating system; computer operators and operators precedence; components of computer programs; introduction to object oriented, structured and visual programming; use of MATLAB in engineering applications. ICT fundamentals, Internet of Things (IoT). Elements of software engineering.

Introduction to computers and computing; computer organisation – data processing, memory, registers and addressing schemes; Boolean algebra; floating-point arithmetic; representation of non-numeric information; problem-solving and algorithm development; coding (solution design using flowcharts and pseudo codes). Data models and data structures; computer software and operating system; computer operators and operators precedence; components of computer programs; introduction to object oriented, structured and visual programming; use of MATLAB in engineering applications. ICT fundamentals, Internet of Things (IoT). Elements of software engineering.

Introduction to computers and computing; computer organisation – data processing, memory, registers and addressing schemes; Boolean algebra; floating-point arithmetic; representation of non-numeric information; problem-solving and algorithm development; coding (solution design using flowcharts and pseudo codes). Data models and data structures; computer software and operating system; computer operators and operators precedence; components of computer programs; introduction to object oriented, structured and visual programming; use of MATLAB in engineering applications. ICT fundamentals, Internet of Things (IoT). Elements of software engineering.

In this course, the student experiments with different materials mix media to create fashion designs that challenge conventions and functions. Here, the challenge is to extend our perception of fashion design beyond function to project fashion design as pure art.

Concrete as a basic building material; Construction materials for concrete production – cement, aggregates, water, admixtures; Types of concrete – normal concrete, high performance concrete, air-entrained concrete, lightweight concrete, self-compacting concrete, short Crete, ready-mix concrete; Concrete mix design; Various concrete mixes for different classes of projects; Properties of fresh and hardened concrete: Water cement ratio, workability, bleeding, segregation, hydration, air-entrainment in fresh concrete; strength, creep, shrinkage, modulus of elasticity, water tightness, rate of strength gain in hardened concrete; Timber forms for concrete slab, beam, column and foundation; Production of concrete – batching, mixing, transporting, placing, compacting and curing; Quality control of fresh concrete; Tests on concrete – slump tests, compression test, test for Poisson’s ratio of concrete, ultrasonic test, Schmidt test; Admixtures to concrete – accelerating admixtures, retarding admixtures, fly ash, air-entraining admixtures, water retarding admixtures; Performance and utilization of concrete in buildings and associated infrastructure such as rigid pavements; Application of special concrete and green concrete technology; Maintenance aspects and problems. BUD 483: The Technology and Management of Mass Housing Projects (2units C: LH 30) Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, the students should be able to: 1. discuss the concept of mass housing; 2. apply contemporary technologies in mass housing; and 3. generate innovative alternatives in mass housing. Course Contents Students are required to study any on-going mass housing projects, examine `and write on the technology being used, make a critique of same and propose better or alternative solutions.

Tooth preparation for full jacket crowns. Tooth preparation for inlays and onlays. Impression techniques for advanced conservation work. Programming a semi-adjustable articulator.

Preparation of estimate. Calculation of project overheads/establishment charges. Establishment of all-in-rate for labour, establishment of all-in-rate for material, establishment of all-in-rate for plant; and building up of unit rates. Identification of input resources: material cost and its components, labour cost and its components and plant cost and its components. Methods of pricing: net pricing and gross pricing. Computation of rates for the items in the following sections of the Building and Engineering Standard Method of Measurement (BESMM). Excavation and earthworks.

Computation of rates and preparation of schedule of materials, labour and plant for the items in the following sections of the Building and Engineering Standard Method of Measurement (BESMM): concrete work, brickwork and block work; roofing, woodwork, metalwork, glazing, finishing, painting and decoration.

Standard forms of construction contract. Analyses, interpretation and application of condition of contract clauses. Definition of works; meaning of completion, sectional completion, time for completion. Extension of time, instructions, defect liability and maintenance clauses; insurance and payment. Liability of contractor, subcontractor and suppliers. Bankruptcy and insolvency. Preparation of financial statements and final account; determination and preparation of termination accounts; position of parties in absence of express provision, regulatory clauses and statutory conditions. Liability of professional advisers. Scenario-based exercises to help the students to develop requisite skills in contract administration. Dispute resolution mechanisms, trends in commercial dispute resolutions. Alternative dispute resolutions. Emphasis on arbitration, introduction to the latest arbitration and conciliation Acts in Nigeria and other international documents. Institutions promoting alternative dispute resolutions locally and internationally. Cases in alternative dispute resolution in the Nigerian construction industry making use of adjudication, arbitration mediation, conciliation among others. Multi- door Court systems at State and Federal levels.