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Caledonian College of Engineering
Course Work
Name of the programme BEng (GCU)
Name of Module with Code M1K221707 – Construction Materials and Measurement
Name of the Module Ms. Soleen Jabr
Leader/Tutor Ms. Hoby
Mr. Ajay
Course work type Report
Assessment weightage 30%
Date of submission 25- October- 2015
Aim To demonstrate the understanding of cement materials
and identify characteristics, properties, specification and
main applications of different types cement.
Objective
To demonstrate the understanding of the composition,
properties, performance and application of different
types of cement.
To demonstrate the understanding of the common
specifications associated with these materials and
application.
A. Knowledge and understanding of the topic
This is the factual foundation of the assignment. The essential facts should be accurate and
broad enough in their scope to allow further application.
B. Application and analysis of the topic (Module specific Skill)
This is the way in which you analyze/ examine the factual information and how you interpret this
information to add value to your answer (this could be in the form of conclusions, solutions,
recommendations, etc.). It is also important to remember that the assessor must logically be
able to follow the information in assignment submissions.
C. The structure in terms of logic and coherence
Submissions should have a clear start and a clear end. Information within submissions should
also be logical and well grouped. Report structure, abstract, introduction & referencing,
result analysis, and conclusion & future works.
D. The use of relevant work examples and/or examples gained from further reading
Suggestions for further reading are contained within the course work and indicated at the end of
the course work. These reading lists are not exhaustive and candidates are encouraged to read
further and reference at the end of the course work using Harvard style of referencing.
1
Marking scheme
Component
Weightage
Total Marks
Knowledge and understanding of the topic
30%
30
Application and analysis of the topic
(Module specific Skill)
35%
35
The structure in terms of logic and
coherence
30%
30
The use of relevant work examples and/or
examples gained from further reading
5%
5
Please note all assignments shall subject to plagiarism software checks, “TURNITIN”.
Plagiarism
It is important to understand what plagiarism is and how it can be avoided.
“Unacknowledged copying from published sources (including the internet) or incomplete
referencing”.
The following also constitute plagiarism:
• Copying sections of work from a friend/colleague.
• Having a friend/family member dictate something to you.
• Copying and pasting from the internet without citing the source.
• Copying directly from a study text quotation without citing the source.
Quotations
When using quotations from books, websites or journal articles you should cite the author
and the year of publication then use the quote in quotation marks.
Paraphrasing
Paraphrasing is where you encapsulate another person’s original idea, argument or conclusion
in your own words. It is still necessary to attribute those ideas to the author, and you can do this
by using the formatting outlined above for direct quotations, taking care to include the author’s
surname and the year of publication.
Collaboration
We acknowledge that you may undertake joint study with colleagues or as part of a formal
training program. However, working with another person to write assignments is not acceptable.
Your answers must be your own and in your own words.
Referencing
Harvard Referencing (CCE Style) First Edition 2013 should be followed for both in-text and
listing references. This downloadable document can be found in our CCE portal at:
http://portal.cce.edu.om/member/contentdetails.aspx?cid=628
2
Instructions
1. Plagiarism is a serious offence. In case of any plagiarism detected, penalty will be
imposed leading to zero mark.
2. Course work and reports should be solved by the individual/group.
3. Course work and reports should be submitted on time and submission after deadline will
be marked zero.
4. Course work should be submitted with an appropriate cover page, which can be
obtained from the departmental assistant at the department.
5. Name, student identification and title of the course work to be written clearly and legibly
on the cover page.
6. The completed course work is to be submitted to the departmental assistant on or before
the deadline and record your name, date of submission and signature in the book with
the departmental assistant.
Grading of Course work
BEng (GCU)
Programmes
Outstanding Contribution
90% and above
Excellent Contribution
80%-89%
Very Good Contribution
70%-79%
Good Contribution
60%-69%
Satisfactory Contribution
50%-59%
Fail
40%-49%
Expected Task:
Cement has an extensive use in a wide range of construction especially in structures where
high strength is required and in structures exposed to the action of water.
Generally, cements are adhesive and cohesive materials capable to bond together particles of
solid matter into a compact durable mass. Based on the chemical composition, cements used in
construction industry can be classified in to different types.
On the light of the above statement, prepare a report on a cement industry addressing the
importance of cement as sustainable building materials.
Your report should include the different types of cement, their specifications and application,
uses of cement as construction materials, their availability, cost and quality.
Students are advised to search through different sources such as websites, journals, books, etc.
to complete this task successfully.
3
Submission requirement:
1. Prepare a detailed table for the available different types of cements in the market along with
their specifications.
(Weightage: 10%)
2. Write a report with a detailed description of cement industry including
a. Different types of tests conducted in site or field on cement
b. Sustainability of various types of cement
c. Source, properties and different applications of cement
d. Function and limits of each of them
(Weightage: 80%)
3. The guidelines below indicate the format which the report must comply with
a. Report must be neatly typed on A4 sheet with
Main Heading: Times New Roman, size 14
Sub Heading: Times New Roman, size 12
Body text: Times New Roman, size 11
Line spacing of 1.5
b. Title Page
c. Acknowledgement
d. Abstract
e. Table of Contents
f. Introduction
g. Body Text
h. Conclusions
i. List of references
j. Tables and figures should be titled properly
k. In text references should be properly marked
l. Report should be bonded using black tape type with black page as last page
m. Reference as per CCE Harvard find on the following link
http://portal.cce.edu.om/member/contentdetails.aspx?cid=628
(Weightage: 10%)
Name and Signature of Module leader
Soleen Jabr
Date:29/6/2015
4
Caledonian College of Engineering
Course Work
Name of the programme BEng (GCU)
Name of Module with Code M1K221707 – Construction Materials and Measurement
Name of the Module Ms. Soleen Jabr
Leader/Tutor Ms. Hoby
Mr. Ajay
Course work type Report
Assessment weightage 30%
Date of submission 25- October- 2015
Aim To demonstrate the understanding of cement materials
and identify characteristics, properties, specification and
main applications of different types cement.
Objective
To demonstrate the understanding of the composition,
properties, performance and application of different
types of cement.
To demonstrate the understanding of the common
specifications associated with these materials and
application.
A. Knowledge and understanding of the topic
This is the factual foundation of the assignment. The essential facts should be accurate and
broad enough in their scope to allow further application.
B. Application and analysis of the topic (Module specific Skill)
This is the way in which you analyze/ examine the factual information and how you interpret this
information to add value to your answer (this could be in the form of conclusions, solutions,
recommendations, etc.). It is also important to remember that the assessor must logically be
able to follow the information in assignment submissions.
C. The structure in terms of logic and coherence
Submissions should have a clear start and a clear end. Information within submissions should
also be logical and well grouped. Report structure, abstract, introduction & referencing,
result analysis, and conclusion & future works.
D. The use of relevant work examples and/or examples gained from further reading
Suggestions for further reading are contained within the course work and indicated at the end of
the course work. These reading lists are not exhaustive and candidates are encouraged to read
further and reference at the end of the course work using Harvard style of referencing.
1
Marking scheme
Component
Weightage
Total Marks
Knowledge and understanding of the topic
30%
30
Application and analysis of the topic
(Module specific Skill)
35%
35
The structure in terms of logic and
coherence
30%
30
The use of relevant work examples and/or
examples gained from further reading
5%
5
Please note all assignments shall subject to plagiarism software checks, “TURNITIN”.
Plagiarism
It is important to understand what plagiarism is and how it can be avoided.
“Unacknowledged copying from published sources (including the internet) or incomplete
referencing”.
The following also constitute plagiarism:
• Copying sections of work from a friend/colleague.
• Having a friend/family member dictate something to you.
• Copying and pasting from the internet without citing the source.
• Copying directly from a study text quotation without citing the source.
Quotations
When using quotations from books, websites or journal articles you should cite the author
and the year of publication then use the quote in quotation marks.
Paraphrasing
Paraphrasing is where you encapsulate another person’s original idea, argument or conclusion
in your own words. It is still necessary to attribute those ideas to the author, and you can do this
by using the formatting outlined above for direct quotations, taking care to include the author’s
surname and the year of publication.
Collaboration
We acknowledge that you may undertake joint study with colleagues or as part of a formal
training program. However, working with another person to write assignments is not acceptable.
Your answers must be your own and in your own words.
Referencing
Harvard Referencing (CCE Style) First Edition 2013 should be followed for both in-text and
listing references. This downloadable document can be found in our CCE portal at:
http://portal.cce.edu.om/member/contentdetails.aspx?cid=628
2
Instructions
1. Plagiarism is a serious offence. In case of any plagiarism detected, penalty will be
imposed leading to zero mark.
2. Course work and reports should be solved by the individual/group.
3. Course work and reports should be submitted on time and submission after deadline will
be marked zero.
4. Course work should be submitted with an appropriate cover page, which can be
obtained from the departmental assistant at the department.
5. Name, student identification and title of the course work to be written clearly and legibly
on the cover page.
6. The completed course work is to be submitted to the departmental assistant on or before
the deadline and record your name, date of submission and signature in the book with
the departmental assistant.
Grading of Course work
BEng (GCU)
Programmes
Outstanding Contribution
90% and above
Excellent Contribution
80%-89%
Very Good Contribution
70%-79%
Good Contribution
60%-69%
Satisfactory Contribution
50%-59%
Fail
40%-49%
Expected Task:
Cement has an extensive use in a wide range of construction especially in structures where
high strength is required and in structures exposed to the action of water.
Generally, cements are adhesive and cohesive materials capable to bond together particles of
solid matter into a compact durable mass. Based on the chemical composition, cements used in
construction industry can be classified in to different types.
On the light of the above statement, prepare a report on a cement industry addressing the
importance of cement as sustainable building materials.
Your report should include the different types of cement, their specifications and application,
uses of cement as construction materials, their availability, cost and quality.
Students are advised to search through different sources such as websites, journals, books, etc.
to complete this task successfully.
3
Submission requirement:
1. Prepare a detailed table for the available different types of cements in the market along with
their specifications.
(Weightage: 10%)
2. Write a report with a detailed description of cement industry including
a. Different types of tests conducted in site or field on cement
b. Sustainability of various types of cement
c. Source, properties and different applications of cement
d. Function and limits of each of them
(Weightage: 80%)
3. The guidelines below indicate the format which the report must comply with
a. Report must be neatly typed on A4 sheet with
Main Heading: Times New Roman, size 14
Sub Heading: Times New Roman, size 12
Body text: Times New Roman, size 11
Line spacing of 1.5
b. Title Page
c. Acknowledgement
d. Abstract
e. Table of Contents
f. Introduction
g. Body Text
h. Conclusions
i. List of references
j. Tables and figures should be titled properly
k. In text references should be properly marked
l. Report should be bonded using black tape type with black page as last page
m. Reference as per CCE Harvard find on the following link
http://portal.cce.edu.om/member/contentdetails.aspx?cid=628
(Weightage: 10%)
Name and Signature of Module leader
Soleen Jabr
Date:29/6/2015
4
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