Structures and Technology for Building Accessibility and Safety Management

MQF Level 6

6 Credits (ECTS)

Structures and Technology for Building Accessibility and Safety Management

Start
October 2024
Module Type
Compulsory
ECTS Credits
6 Credits (ECTS)
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Module Description

This module deals with the outline statutory requirements for accessibility to all, ranging from ease of entry and exit from the buildings, use of lifts and ramps, sanitary facilities as well as use of other facilities within the building. 

The module also addresses the high-level prerequisites to ensure that people using buildings are protected in case of emergencies by providing adequate lighting, ventilation, and escape routes from buildings.

Facilities must incorporate adequate means of early detection and alarm of outbreak of fire or excessive smoke and means of containing both.

Entry Requirements

Candidates who wish to apply for the B.Sc. Top-Up degree must possess the following:

• a full qualification at MQF Level 5 with 120 ECTS in a discipline related to this programme.

Candidates who wish to apply for the Level 6 Award must possess the following:

• a qualification at MQF Level 5 in a discipline related to this programme;

OR

• any other qualification at MQF Level 5 and 3 years’ work experience within the construction industry.

 

Target Audience

This course is targeted at:

  • Professionals within the construction industry with a full Level 5 qualification in construction-related studies, seeking to achieve a B.Sc. Top-Up degree;
  • Professionals within the construction industry seeking professional and academic advancement, leading to a Level 6 Award.

Module / Unit Instructions

The proposed structure comprises a blended approach promoting the building of a community of practice via peer-to-peer learning. The structure uses primarily two dimensions of teaching-learning modes:

  • Face to Face sessions

Face-to-face sessions include lectures, tutorials, discussions, presentations and workshop activities promoting peer-to-peer learning.

  • Online Learning Activities

Online learning activities incorporate tutorials and asynchronous discussions. These may consist of active interaction, participation and contributions in fora discussions, sharing resources and self-reflection exercises. Learners also contribute to the building of the community of practice by providing feedback to their peers as critical friends, enhancing the learner’s critical engagement throughout the study period.

How you’ll be assessed

The course comprises:

  • Evening classes for part-time courses.
  • Classes held throughout the day for full-time courses.
  • Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
  • Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.

Assessment

Assessment is carried out via two mandatory components:

  • Assessment 1
  • Assessment 2

The programme includes different forms of assessment which allow for and promote students’ critical engagement. The assessment tasks may include an in-class assignment and/or a home-based written assignment using diverse assessment tools which may take the form of online and in-class discussions, examinations, case studies, reports, proposals, essays, and presentations, etc., as applicable to the diverse modules. 

Assignment
Discussions

Module Intake Dates

October 2024
Malta

Additional Info

Reading for the entire Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Top-Up in Construction Project Management as presented in this brochure costs €4,500.*

Reading for the Level 6 Award in Construction Project Management costs €4,000.*

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible for a 70% refund of the cost through the ‘Get Qualified’ scheme.**

Due to the modular structure of the course, you may also opt to take individual modules as stand-alone. The entry requirements still apply.***

*Prices are applicable to students who reside in Malta at the time of applying.
**Terms and conditions apply.
*** For the price of individual modules, please contact the IDEA Academy team.

Learning Outcomes

Competences:  
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to: 

  • Analyse the legal requirements applicable to access to all in particular the Accessibility Standards for all in a Built Environment – SM3800:2015. 
  • Critically discuss health and safety legislation; 
  • Examine the Design Guidelines on Fire Safety for buildings in Malta 
  • Analyse evacuation plans and systems. 

 

Knowledge: 
Knowledge Learning Outcomes: 

  • Explain The Accessibility Standards for all in a Built Environment 
  • Discuss the design guidelines on fire safety for buildings in Malta 
  • Define Evacuation plans and systems 
  • Develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety legislation for Construction  

At the end of the module/unit the learner will have been exposed to the following indicative content:  

  • The Accessibility Standards for all in a Built Environment – SM3800:2015. 
  • Standards’ provisions 
  • Ingress and egress 
  • Vertical and horizontal movement within the building 
  • Sanitary facilities 
  • Use of the amenities within the building 
  • The design guidelines on fire safety for buildings in Malta 
  • Fire detection and fire safety system 
  • Health and Safety legislation for Construction
  • Evacuation plans and systems 
Skills:  
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the following skills:  

  • Review accessibility plans and discuss these with experts within a team setting particularly facilities for ingress and egress, vertical and horizontal movement within the building, sanitary facilities and use of the amenities within the building; 
  • Be able to recommend escape plans and discuss these with experts within a team setting, with facilities depending on the use of the building; 

Identify and analyse the various components of a fire detection and fire safety system within a team setting. 

Module-Specific Digital Skills and Competences

At the end of the module/unit, the learner will be able to: 

  • Navigate through the online learning platform to find assignments, discussion boards, literature, tutorials etc.  

 

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