LADE304

Module code

LADE304

Module title

Concrete and Reinforcing

Prescription

The aim of this module is to develop student’s knowledge of the use of concrete and reinforcing in landscape work.

Programmes

NZQA Level

Level 3

NZQA Credits

6

Delivery method

Learning hours

Resources required

Teaching and Learning Strategy: As per Ako: Teaching and Learning Directions – Project-based learning; Flipped Classroom; Blended Learning; Work-integrated Learning; Inclusive Practices
Learning Outcomes: 1. Describe the use of concrete in landscape work.
2. Describe the characteristics and use of reinforcing in landscape work.
Content: - Uses and limitations of concrete
- Concrete features, and their implications for application situations, covering; strengths, slumps, additives, curing, protection.
- Concrete finish types
- Situations and applications for batch made and on-site concrete
- Characteristics and types of reinforcing, and reasons why reinforcing is used in construction of landscape features, covering; deformed bars, steel mesh reinforcing.
Assessment Criteria: Assessment in this module is mixed mode. Students must gain a minimum mark of 50% in the achievement-based assessments and meet all the requirements of the competency-based assessments including carrying out all tasks in a safe manner and to industry standard to be eligible for a final grade for this module. The final grade will be based on the marks from the achievement-based assessment tasks. Where there are only competency components, pass or fail will be awarded.
Learning and Teaching Resource: - Tutorial notes, exercises and readings, flexible, blended learning focus on content and material as projects for project based learning.
- Interactive Moodle platform.

LADE304 – Concrete and Reinforcing