Professional competence
In-depth knowledge of special methods in the field of computer-aided design (e.g. parametric design) Development of the concept of design as a comprehensive network of relationships and meanings, Understanding of complex, interwoven reference systems: contrast and harmony, rhythm, scale, grain, texture, surface texture, etc. Development and formulation of design goals and solution strategies / prioritization and argumentation. 

Methodological competence
Interdisciplinary work within the group, subject-specific vocabulary and project-specific presentation methods,
Systematic design work with parametric structures and their presentation/argumentation

In-depth application of special computer-aided design methods for solving subtasks within construction planning and the presentation of their effects on the design solution

The aim of the module is - on the basis of a digital process chain - to develop space-creating structures and implement them using digital production methods.

Lectures and seminars alternate. Students are involved in the joint development of topics. Smaller exercises are carried out in parallel to the respective content, which deepen the partial aspects.

a) Graded examinations during the semester
b) Project-related work with presentation and oral examination.

a) at least 50% passed
b) successful completion

a) 30%
b) 70%

Representative value of the grade for the final grade
The proportion corresponds to 10.7%

Professional competence
In-depth knowledge of the range of applications of metallic materials; in-depth presentation
current flat and linear building systems, complex knowledge of design parameters
metallic building envelopes (roof and façade) in an architectural context; design appropriate to construction, constructive development of flat and linear products, building products and systems taking into account current technologies and research results; presentation of sustainable and resource-saving applications, production and assembly; standardization; acquisition of subject-specific vocabulary

Methodological competence
Interdisciplinary work as the basis for problem and design solutions, development of
analysis and assessment methods

Key competence
Dialogue-related incorporation of the results into the architectural and design context, improvement of self-learning skills, group discussion, elaboration of relevant
results

The focus is on the design and construction of the building envelope (roof and
façade) made of metallic materials, as well as the application in the structural context. In addition
topics such as statics, building physics, energy efficiency and resource-saving design are presented, façade-related in-depth aspects: Primary forming, forming, separation, joining, overview of relevant construction metals and composite materials, VHF constructions, curtain walls, substructures, manufacture, processing, design principles, and construction, preliminary dimensioning, transportation, installation, maintenance, corrosion protection, surfaces and coatings, life cycle assessment, EPDs, façade analysis of completed buildings, building laws and standards (including international).

Interfaces: Building physics, technical expansion, energy efficiency, sustainability. In addition to proven construction methods, a bridge to future-oriented technologies from the constructive
and energy-related technologies (e.g. 3D forming, integrated solar absorbers), aspects of energy efficiency and sustainability round off the profile.
Thematic excursions to product and system manufacturers as well as to completed buildings
are an integral part of the event.

 

Exam

Passing the module examination

Representative value of the grade for the final grade
The proportion corresponds to 10.7 %

Professional competence
Design and construction of building envelopes (roof and façade) made of metal for commercial, industrial and office buildings as well as multi-storey residential buildings.

Focus on flat components: Analysis and creation of a requirements profile with architectural / constructive principles, classification in the urban planning context, constructive implementation planning and adaptation of contemporary building systems with special consideration of construction and design, appropriateness, manufacturability, transport and assembly, sustainability, energy efficiency, consideration of building physics issues (thermal, sound and fire protection), static pre-dimensioning, graphic representation in two- and three-dimensional space, preparation of installation plans, mass determination.

Methodological competence
Conception, analysis and presentation of different solution variants, creation of a criteria catalog, working through the preference with special consideration and integration of modules M 4 and M 5.

Key competence
Coordination and integration of the module contents "M 4 Construction and Design" and  "M 5 Material l Energy l Building Physics" in building envelope development, explanation skills, moderation and teamwork skills, presentation and presentation skills.

The content of the module is an in-depth, constructive design or a student research project on the topic of metal building envelopes. By linking the project work to the modules:

•  M 4 Design
• M 5 Construction l Building physics

the respective content is implemented and deepened in the field of application of architecture. In concrete terms, students transfer the specific content of the modules into the context of project work. Particular emphasis is placed on the integration of sub-aspects and proof of planning, with students playing the role of mediator between specialist planning and the architectural context during the process. The focus is on a high level of practical application and the development of design, construction and energy content.

A subject-related excursion takes place on the topic.

Seminar Contact time 6 SWS / 90 h 

The task is worked on individually. Sub-aspects of the work can be developed in teams, intermediate presentations promote the use of presentation techniques and explanatory skills. Students are supervised throughout the semester. The teaching format is mainly in workshops. This enables a fast and broad transfer of knowledge and creates the greatest possible transparency and motivation among the students. In addition, the open form of communication provides argumentative and rhetorical training right from the start. In the final phase of the development, individual appointments can deepen the individual support. The lecturers of the elective modules flank the course with their teaching content and thus ensure seamless networking of topics and content.
The students ensure that relevant content is implemented in the project work.

Project-related work with presentation and oral examination. 

Passing the module examination.

Representative value of the grade for the final grade
The proportion corresponds to 14.2 %

Professional competence
Independent conception, preparation, set-up and execution of test series on metal construction as well as tests on components on the faculty's universal testing machine. Alternatively, computer-aided component simulations; experimentally supported knowledge of technical, physical and chemical properties of metals. In-depth knowledge for writing scientific papers, refreshing up-to-date software skills in word and image processing.

Methodological competence
Conception, setup and empirical implementation of test series on the material metal and on components, basic knowledge of static simulation programs, problem-solving skills, solution strategies.

Key competence
Documentation of laboratory experiments that meets scientific standards and is ready for publication, teamwork, presentation and moderation skills.

Fundamental examination of metals and their static/physical properties. Training in empirical working methods. Investigation of metal-related issues such as: Strength, deformation, corrosion and corrosion protection.

Task-related introduction to the basics of scientific work, also based on exemplary analysis of scientific texts and test series. Independent preparation and design of component tests, which are prepared, carried out, analyzed and presented independently in the metal laboratory. Computer-aided component simulations can also be carried out.

A group-internal test concept and preparations train self-management and time management, as well as structured work and teamwork skills.
Subject matter:

• Scientific work in an academic context
• Solving scientific questions independently in theory and practice
• Constructive and physical material properties of metals
• Setting up and carrying out test series on components
• Creating the test documentation

Exercise 3 SWS/ 45 h

Teaching methods 
Laboratory experiments (also group work) in the metal laboratory, the building materials technology laboratory and external facilities of research and cooperation partners. The static component simulation takes place on the premises of the Master's degree program. Laboratory work and instructions for the respective experiment in the laboratory and workshop as well as supervision of the series of experiments by the lecturers. The experiments can be carried out in groups. The group members work together to acquire knowledge and support each other in questions of experiment design and preparation.

Project-related work with presentation and oral examination 

Passing the module examination

Representative value of the grade for the final grade
The proportion corresponds to 7.1 %

Specialist skills
Building physics assessment of relevant construction systems for building envelopes (roof and façade) made of metal (fire, heat, sound and moisture protection) Interface definition to technical expansion. Energy-efficient planning of the building envelope, active and passive energy generation via façade and roof. Transient heat flows, room comfort. Assessment of building materials and building systems with regard to sustainability and gray energy. Specialist vocabulary and project-specific presentation methods.

Methodological competence
Interdisciplinary work in the listed sub-disciplines in the group and with the experts, analysis and problem-solving skills.

Key competence
Application of the learning outcomes to the module "M 3 Integrated project work", explanatory skills, ability to work in a team

Development of façade and roof systems for metal building envelopes with special consideration and evaluation with regard to sustainability, energy efficiency and complex building physics requirements. All important factors in the life cycle assessment from the manufacturing process through the use phase to recycling are to be taken into account.
Options for energy absorption via the roof and façades are shown and system solutions are developed. Energetic structural optimization of contemporary building systems in the joining of various functional layers.
Building physics analysis of the building envelope (roof and façade), taking into account the requirements for lightweight construction, special solutions and structural design.

Group work (workshop) alternating with lectures and seminars, the students are actively involved in the joint development of topics. In addition to presentations on selected examples, smaller simulation and calculation exercises are carried out in parallel in the workshop, which deepen the respective sub-aspects. Excursions complete the
offer. The examinations for the exercises take place during the semester. In the run-up to the joint final examination of the integrated project, in-depth aspects of the module are worked out and finally presented (e.g. heat demand calculations, sustainability considerations or building physics variants of the building envelope).
The contents of the module are deepened in the module "M 3 Integrated project work".

a) Graded examinations during the semester
. b) Project-related work with presentation and oral examination.

a) at least 50% passed
b) successful completion

Representative value of the grade for the final grade
The proportion corresponds to 10.7 %

Specialist skills
What is system construction? Special consideration of the processes in metal construction (production, assembly and transportation), management competence.
Methodological competence
The process of creating the system construction with project management, control and monitoring.
Knowledge of personnel management in companies and offices with management by target agreement.

Key competence
Motivation and marketing strategies

The content of the module is to learn the process sequences in system construction for building envelopes (roof and façade) made of metal. Production planning and control, including quality assurance of the end product, play an important role. Prefabricated products (system construction) require different requirements for the manufacturing and construction process than products produced on the construction site. The transportation of the elements (e.g. sandwich panels) to the construction site and their transportation-relevant boundary conditions (road traffic regulations, storage, etc.) are discussed and evaluated using examples. The finished element must then be integrated into the ongoing construction process. Construction processes, crane capacities and safety regulations must be coordinated and assessed on a project-related basis. The construction process in system construction in particular requires management expertise. This is aimed at organizing, leading and managing projects according to the above value chain.
The project organization considers cost and resource planning. Liquidity aspects and
project financing are becoming increasingly important.
Good personnel management ensures business success. The possibilities and methods of personnel management are adapted to the respective practical cases. Management strategies for supervisor and employee behavior are presented and practiced via employee appraisals and the "management by objects" concept.
Motivation and marketing strategies are important for the implementation of project management in offices, industry and on the construction site.

 

The content is concretized, discussed and evaluated using case studies and specific projects. The course is conducted as a lecture to impart knowledge in frontal teaching. The application of theoretical knowledge is practiced in group work using practical examples.

Module examinations M1-M5

Project-related elaboration with presentation and oral examination.

Passing the module examination

Representative value of the grade for the final grade
The proportion corresponds to 10.7 %