Diploma in Building Technology (ECP)

Diploma in Building Technology (ECP).
Department of Built Environment

The Diploma in Building Technology is geared towards producing graduates that are aligned with the needs of the construction industry locally and globally. This programme is focused on the development of candidates and graduates that are technically and professionally trained to, readily serve in the built environment and the construction industry at large, as the construction industry is a key factor towards economic improvement and sustainability of the country. Furthermore, once the students have graduated from the programme they will be equipped for employability and entrepreneurship in the construction and related industries, thus with the aim to combat high levels of unemployment.

National Senior Certificate (NSC):

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a diploma endorsement and achievement in the subjects as follows:

English at Level 4 [as a Home Language or First Additional Language level]
Mathematics or Technical Mathematics at Level 3 (not Mathematical Literacy)
Physical Science or Technical Physical Science at Level 3
Admission point score of 22

Note: Extended – NSC
As for mainstream with provision that applicants who have an NSC achievement rating of 3 (one level below the required levels as mentioned above), i.e. in ONE of the three subjects (Mathematics or Technical Mathematics; Physical Science or Technical Science; English as a Home Language or First Additional Language) mentioned above will be considered for admission into extended programme.

Alternative Pathways for Admission

Admission of Students with a Senior Certificate, National Certificate (or Vocational level 4), International Students and Mature Age Students.

In terms of the Government Gazette of 07 December 2018, WSU accepts applications from prospective students who have a National Certificate (Vocational-Level 4) and who wish to register for Higher Certificate, Diploma or Degree programmes.

Extended APS Score:
22 [APS determined on WSU classification table (six NSC subjects: English and one other language subject plus 4 NSC subjects in which the student scored the highest marks excluding life orientation)]

W60002– Diploma in Building Technology (ECP)
Level of Study: I
#	Module Name	Module Codes	Block	No. of Credits	Offering Sites	Course Conveners	Module Content:
1	Construction Management I	EMA15W0	0	20	Ibika Chiselhurst	Mr BG Ndaba Mr I Moss	SECTION 1 Organisations involved in the building industry. Parties involved in the construction process. Construction companies and their organisational structures. Procurement of work. Introduction to site administration and cost control. Site meetings. SECTION 2 Management functions and components. Materials management. Management of plant and machinery. Productivity and work study. Introduction to project planning. Introduction to personnel management. Subcontractors.
2	Construction Technology I	EOT15W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chiselhurst	Mr S Dywili Dr C Goldswain	Periodical evolution of construction drawings award is explained. Construction drawings are classified according to their specialization. Construction terminologies are defined Related terminologies are differentiated Relationship between terms and drawings is presented Foundational tools/drawing equipment are outlined Principles of using drawing tools are explained and demonstrated Standard drawing symbols used on construction drawings are illustrated. Requirements and principles are applied in interpretations of construction drawings. Drawing Techniques are outlined. Construction lines are differentiated. Drawing lines are demonstrated. Symbols and hatching used on construction drawings are explained and demonstrated. Standard building regulations, agreements and mantag are explained Components of building described. Different types of setting out are explained and sketched. Setting out equipment is demonstrated and sketched. Relationship between interpretation of drawings and sub-structure is explained. Different types of foundations are compared. Ground floor construction is illustrated.
3	Quantity Surveying I	EUS15W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Mr. A Sandile Mr. S Lufele	Introduction; Source of information and interpretation of drawings, Preparation of bills of quantities, Dimension preparation, Mensuration in quantities. Measurements and description of a single storey building in respect of foundations (including site clearance and simple demolitions), superstructure brickwork, solid floor construction, roofs, finishes (including plaster, paint and tiling to walls, conventional floors, plastered and boarded ceilings on brandering), stock steel, timber and aluminium windows, stock flush and hardwood doors (including timber and metal frames), adjustments for windows, doors and plain openings. Working up including squaring, abstracting and billing exercises.
4	Applied Building Science I	EBS15W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Ms A Dumako Mrs. S Fata	1. The use of the scientific calculator and the extension of basic arithmetical skills. 2. Basic applied mechanics in terms of the concepts of force, stress and deformation. 3. The development of an appreciation of the influences of loads on structures. 4. Expansion and contraction, convection and radiation of heat and orientation of buildings. 5. Sound. 6. Distribution and use of electricity. 7. Lighting of building. 8. Behaviour of fluids
5	Site Surveying I	EIS15W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Ms T Thole Ms N Luke	Linear Surveying. 2. Setting out. 3. Levelling. 4. Elementary Tachometry. 5. Contouring. 6. Surveying of land for construction. 7. Surveying of existing buildings
6	Computer Applications I	EAP15W0	0	10	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Ms P Vitshima Ms Z Williams	Introduction to computers; Operating system basics; Application programmes.
7	Communications I	ECA15W0	0	10	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Ms P Yengwayo Mrs L Jayakrishnan	Communication Theory; Oral Presentation; Group communication and meeting procedure; Leadership skills; Technical writing and correspondence; Practical communication applications.

Level of Study: II
#	Module Name	Module Code	Block	No. of Credits	Offering Site	Course Convener	Module Content
1	Construction Management II	CMA26W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Dr. OA Oguntona Ms Z Kulu	Communication in the micro-environment of the site; Co-ordination of sub-contractors; Application of management functions and procedures; Collection and application of information on plant etc.; Compliance with the Machinery and Occupational Safety Act; The requirements of the Industrial Council Agreements; Monitoring of trainee tradesmen; Meetings and negotiations with works council / union representatives.
2	Construction Technology II	COT26W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Dr XN Mashwama Dr C Goldswain	Formwork materials and re-use factors, Pre-cast concrete beams and floors, Metal doors and windows, Timber doors and windows, Glass and its properties, Pre-fabricated timber trusses, Roof coverings, Eaves, flashings and rainwater goods, Dormer windows and the use of attic space in roofs, Fire places and chimneys, Fixings, fastenings and adhesives, Floor, wall and ceiling finishes, Drainage and plumbing details, Paint finishes to metal, plaster and timber, Industrial buildings.
3	Quantity Surveying II	QUS26W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Mr A Zothe Mr S Lufele	1. Measuring, abstracting and billing with full description and specifications (including precast and pre-stressed concrete beams and floors. 2 Standard metal doors and windows. 3 Standard timber doors and windows. 4. Glass and its properties. 5. Prefabricated timber trusses. 6. Roof Coverings. 7. Eaves, flashings and rainwater goods. 8. Drainage and plumbing details. Note: Assignments should be structured to develop an appreciation of: systems used to develop bills of quantities (including the traditional, the cut and shuffle and the computerised methods), model preambles and preliminaries, appointment of the members of the professional teams and their fee scales, standard forms used for certificates.
4	Work Integrated Learning	WIL26W0	0	60	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Mrs SV Gomba Mr S Lufele	Work Integrated Learning: Students are expected to undertake suitable work integrated learning within the construction industry. The industry includes construction companies, quantity surveying firms, construction supply companies, construction manufacturing companies, applicable government and local authority departments etc. The employer details and the nature of the work to be undertaken by the student must be construction relevant and must be described on form ‘appendix 1’ for approval by the ‘Work Integrated Learning’ academic facilitator. Students and employers must complete and sign the monthly assessment return form ‘appendix 2’ at the end of each working month.

Level of Study: III
#	Module Name	Module Code	Block	No. of Credits	Offering Site	Course Convener	Module Content
1	Construction Management III	CMA36W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Ms AZ Dumako Ms Z Kulu	Methodology for a mini-research assignment; Module 2: Mini-research assignment: Industrial Psychology as a basis for improved quality, health and safety, personnel management and public relations in the construction industry; Module 3: Construction Calculations; Module 4: Network diagrams and bar charts; Module 5: Line of balance techniques; Module 6: Site planning, administration and documentation; Module 7: Financial controls and construction budgeting; Module 8: Introduction to professional ethics in the construction industry; Module 9: Introduction to contract law and arbitration; Module 10: Industrial relations and labour law; Module 11. Introduction to the Construction Regulations of 2003; Module 12. Introduction to the National Building Regulations
2	Construction Technology III	COT36W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Dr XN Mashwama Mr L Ncunyana	1. Definition of multi-floor concepts. 2. Demolishing and setting out. 3. Soils and excavations. 4. Foundations and piles. 5. Basements and retaining walls. 6. 7. Formwork and concrete. 8. Steel structures. 9. Cladding. 10. Installation of services. 11. Finishes.
3	Analysis of Pricing & Estimating III	APE36W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Mr A Zothe Mr ITJ Moss	Specifications; Estimating; Costing; Compiling Unit Rates; Evaluations and Certificates; Escalation; Final Accounts
4	Structures & Concrete III	STC36W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Mr BG Ndaba Mr BG Ndaba	1. Theory of structures. 2. Concrete. 3. Formwork.
5	Quantity Surveying III	QUS36W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Mr A Zothe Mr L Ncunyana	Measurement and description of elements of multi-storey buildings including: Bulk earthworks and site clearance, Load bearing and framed concrete and brick structures, Flat roofs (waterproofing to concrete roofs and sheet-metal covering and boarded roofs), Staircases (including balustrades and finishes), Structural steelwork, Finishing (comprising: facings, in-situ terrazzo, patent plaster finishes, more complex tiling, paneling, other non-standard finishes and suspended ceilings), Purpose made timber and aluminium windows and doors (including sidelights, fanlights and adjustments), Joinery fittings, Plumbing and drainage complete.
6	Construction Accounting III	COA36W0	0	20	Ibika Site Chislehurst	Dr OA Oguntona Ms N Luke	The purpose of accounting; Records and first entries; Business transactions; Bank transactions; Transactions up to trial balance; Closing entries up to balance sheet; Contact accounts; Sole owners and partnership accounts; Limited companies and close corporation accounts; Application of a construction accounting computer programme.

At the end of the academic period (year)	1	2	3	4	5	6
Minimum credits that student must have obtained	40	60	120	200	280	360