1. Prove through research the building meets the criteria set out above with regard to the correct aging of the properties above and present the evidence to support your assertions
2. Include an ordnance survey map clearly identifying the chosen building showing the area surrounding the building all at a suitable scale, the full address and postcode
3. Photograph clearly showing each of the visible elevations and identify specific aspects of the construction and key visible components and services of the building. Additional close up photographs of key elements will be provided, details, defects etc. Each photograph must be titled and cross-referenced within your appraisal
4. Evaluate the framed office and residential dwelling house in terms of identification, descriptions and functions of all elements, their construction methods and materials using terms appropriate to construction technology
5. Explain and evaluate a deleterious material related to the office/commercial building 250 words plus sketches/images.
6. Explain and evaluate the benefit of modern construction technology using as comparison the contrasting traditional Victorian building of 250 words plus sketches/images
7. You will identify, explain and evaluate a range of seen (or future defects) in each building 250 words plus sketches/images
8. You will explain and evaluate sustainable technology used within the residential dwelling to generate energy/limit overheating in 250 words plus sketches and images.
Some key points;-
• You may want to appraise the two residential dwellings together; comparing their construction techniques.
• Photographs should be of the external elements and taken from public areas only.
• Contextual, general and detailed images should be included.
• Photographs must be original and taken by the student submitting the portfolio, i.e. not shared or copied from other students or sources.
• Students are not expected to enter/cross any premises or private land.
• Reasonable assumptions may be made regarding unseen, inaccessible or interior aspects of each building.
• Students should be aware of the risks, complete an assessment and also be familiar with lone working best practice.
• Comparative images should be referenced and titled.
• Scaled sketches should accompany each response to show excellent knowledge.
• Your work should be underpinned with suitable reference throughout.
