Building Technology

Training Provider: Singapore University of Social Sciences
Course Reference: TGS-2024049754
S$1,461

About This Course

1. State the purpose, function and performance expected of buildings
2. Describe the structural behaviours of different structural elements and components of buildings
3. Explain the major classes of materials for structural and architectural materials
4. List the different criteria in the procurement and selection of materials in a project
5. Demonstrate an ability to recommend construction methods and materials selection for a built environment project
6. Discuss how the material selection and construction of different building elements influence the maintenance and operations of the buildings

What You'll Learn

FMT201 Building Technology provides an overview to building components, construction methods and construction material properties for the training and preparation of facilities management professionals. Topics include structural systems, architectural components and finishes, construction sequence and building erection. Students will also be exposed to evaluating each material that may make up a component, and sub-systems that may make up a system to serve a function within a building. Students will learn to appreciate how a building is put together or erected, and how material selection and installation are considered and their impacts to future maintenance and operations.

Course Details

Duration 18 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled New course
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