1. introduction to construction industry (qsb30105) final project the PROJECT BRIEF

2. 1 | P a g e Aida Junita binti Zulkiflee | 0317766 NURIN ABDULLAH | 0318596 CONTENTS TITLE PAGE 1. Project Introduction 2 1.1 Project Background 2 1.2 Objective 2 1.3 Benefits 3 1.4 Output 3 1.5 Success Criteria 5 2. Project Plan 6 2.1 Site Location and Size 6 2.2 Site Analysis 7 3. Project Definition 8 3.1 Deliverable 8 3.2 Budget 8 3.3 Timeframe 8 3.4 Restrictions/Constraints 9 4. Stakeholders 10 4.1 Primary Users 10 4.2 Needs of the Project to Client & Community 10 3. 2 | P a g e References 11 1. PROJECT INTRODUCTION 1.1 Project Background Taylors University Lakeside Campus stands on the philosophy and pillars of education with the architectural design that takes into account the environment and community. The Lakeside campus, which sets on 27 acres of tropical greenery near Jalan PJS7/5, aims to be able to accommodate up to 20,000 people. However, with the growing student population, the demand and need for more conducive study areas is increasing as well. Consequently, the lack of study enhancement areas for students calls for proposition of construction and development for more said areas. 1.2 Objective i. To improve the level of service in Taylors University Lakeside Campus. ii. To provide an ideal and conducive environment for students to study. 4. 3 | P a g e iii. To provide a spacious and comfortable 24-hours access room to suit students convenience e.g. especially during exam week. iv. To create a space that caters both, self-study or group study. 1.3 Benefits By providing this space, i. students will no longer face the problem of limited study space in the library. ii. students will have a better environment to study with pleasing and natural view from outside. iii. students will be able to focus on their work without worrying about the opening hours as this space can be accessed around the clock (open 24-hours). iv. students get to communicate freely in a group without worrying that their voices might disturb other students. 1.4 Output i. The area chosen is proposed to be a glass room study enhancement area The column of the glass house is made out of recycled steel Use of polycarbonate as the roof and walls - bulletproof window 5. 4 | P a g e - nearly unbreakable - great strength and lightweight The students will be able to study in a better environment The current bare terrace space will be made full use of and transformed into a beneficial study space which can fit approximately 80 students at one time ii. The area will be occupied with a minimal and controlled air-conditioning system iii. Occupied with glass boards and presentation devices for group discussion purposes Safe and Durable - When working with glass, safety is a key issue. These glass whiteboards are made from tempered glass. If the board breaks, the glass will crumble into small pieces rather than shatter into jagged shards. The glass is thick and designed to hold up under the stress of daily use. Most glass dry-erase boards come with stainless-steel standoffs that allow you to mount the boards to walls. High Performance - Regular whiteboards fall victim to ghosting over time, a phenomenon that occurs when the board retains faint ink marks from past notes. Glass dry-erase boards go through a finishing process that produces a smooth writing surface that won't ghost or stain. Dry-erase markers or grease markers can be used on the boards, and they will erase cleanly every time. Stylish and Functional - These whiteboards offer a modern take on a classic office tool. They are typically sold frameless, allowing you to write from edge to edge. Glass dry-erase boards are sold in different sizes, so the space can be customized in a way that 6. 5 | P a g e works best for the need of its users. Customizable - Though clear is the primary color option, for something truly unique, black glass boards can be purchased instead and use white or fluorescent markers to write on them. 1.5 Success Criteria i. The glass room study area is built within the estimated time. ii. The glass room study area is built within the estimated budget. iii. Members of the project team complete all assigned tasks. iv. The glass room study area is fully utilized at all times. v. The glass room study area will be part of students choice for a study/discussion spot with a relaxing atmosphere and comfortable ambiance. 7. 6 | P a g e 2. PROJECT PLAN 2.1 Site Location and Size Roof terrace at Level 2, Block E, Taylors University Lakeside campus. Site area of 15 meter (length) x 10 meter (width) x 5 meter (height). 8. 7 | P a g e The existing/current site is a bare concrete surfaced roof terrace, to be transformed into a glass room study enhancement area. 2.2 Site Analysis i. It is located on the same floor (Level 2) with librarys entrance ii. It is located near to toilets, staircases, lifts and classrooms on Level 3 Block E iii. Approximately 100 meters away from Tiffins cafe iv. Vending machines occupied along the walkway going towards the proposed area 9. 8 | P a g e 3. PROJECT DEFINITION 3.1 Delivarable i. The project is to create a more conducive study enhancement area glass room concept, made out of recycled steel as the main frame (columns, beams and such) and polycarbonate to make up the roofing and walls of the space. ii. Equipped with approximately 20 tables to occupy around 80 students at one time. iii. Installation of air-conditioning system to create a comfortable study atmosphere iv. Installation of glass wall/dry erase boards for students use 3.2 Budget 10. 9 | P a g e There is no specific cost details which can be made for the glass room study enhancement area, however the cost will be within the range of RM100,000 to RM200,000. The estimated cost will include construction cost, professional fees and authorities charges. Professional fees (architectural, civil and structural, mechanical and electrical, as well as quantity surveying) shall be 15% of the contract sum. 3.3 Timeframe/Schedule The timeframe of the project from inception to completion of project is allowed at 8 months duration. With starting date June 2014, the tentative expected completion date is January 2015. 3.4 Restrictions/Constraints Item Description Pollution The remnants of the construction materials will pollute the surroundings of the construction site during the construction work. The sound of the construction work will disturb current daily activities around the construction site thus contributing to sound pollution. Contractors must refrain from noisy machinery on site. Safety The safety around the construction site is hard to guarantee as the materials used for this particular project are mostly glass. The risk of that may harm both workers and people passing by the construction area. 11. 10 | P a g e Therefore the construction site must have boundaries and fenced. Workers Restriction All workers accommodation is not allowed to be on site. All workers are not allowed to use the campus facilities such as toilets. Contractors are to provide portable toilets on site. No work is allowed to start on site before 8am and after 6pm, Monday to Sunday. All workers are to present security passes to the campus security guards/officers before allowed to enter the campus/construction area. 4. STAKEHOLDERS 4.1 Primary Users The project glass room study enhancement area, will be primarily used by students of Taylors University Lakeside campus, from all schools and courses. 4.2 Needs of the Project to Its Users 12. 11 | P a g e The space is especially catered for students who need a space which can be accessed around the clock. The space also focuses on heavy usage by students during their examinations week, assignments or projects and group discussions. REFERENCES http://glassmalaysia.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/glass-malaysia-catalogue.pdf http://www.clarusglassboards.com http://www.staples.com/Glass-Dry-Erase-Boards/cat_CL166376