The variety of roles within quantity surveying
…and Social Media Manager, Andrew Belt, asking the questions, below or via whichever podcast provider you use. https://www.ucem.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Variety-of-roles-within-QS-podcast-PL.mp3 Alternatively, you can read a written version of the podcast. For…
Principal Thoughts – a look into 2017
…and machine learning to use energy efficiently, and buildings will be constructed out of materials that work more intelligently; for example, material scientists and architects have already developed cement that…
‘It’s not just about the IT’ – Retaining and enhancing institutional identity in the move to online
…her lead the development of teaching content which goes on to the institution’s VLE [virtual learning environment]. ‘A time to come together’ “It’s not just about the IT,” she says….
How sustainability influences my work: Interview with alumnus Tracy Cousins
…to sustainability? At NHBC I feel very empowered to come up with ideas and there is a sense of healthy competition between teams to come up with things we can…
What is DfMA (and what does it mean for construction)?
…and even defence. As an industry involving the production of materials, structures and components – often on a mass scale – DfMA is equally applicable to construction, too. What does…
Why study on our Year 13 BSc Access Module? Guest blog by the Module Leader, Tony Selman
…construction which is integral to building, technology and environment theory, principles, materials, components, performance, standards, sustainability, communication and techniques. It develops students’ competencies in communication through essays, sketching and drawing…
Outage
Grenfell: The warnings. A discussion with our Building Surveying Programme Leaders
…we are complacent. The first things you come across in Building Regulations is structure and fire safety. These are core components of constructing and looking after buildings. The original source…
UCEM INSPIRE: net zero building and biodiversity for a sustainable future
…is also central to the NZCBS. The project aligns with the 1.5-degree climate goal and scrutinises research, including from the Climate Change Committee. This approach factors in the carbon footprint…
The architect’s guide to generative design
…algorithm can begin creating a variety of different, feasible designs. Evaluate: The computer system can then analyse the designs to determine their compatibility based on the requirements, constraints and parameters…
Postcard from Paris: Reaction to the Notre-Dame fire
…Notre-Dame. I was deeply saddened to see a part of Paris go up in flames. “Nevertheless, what I am very surprised about is the hundreds of millions [of Euros] that…
Climate and Social Action Activities scheduled for 21 October – 1 November
…Get involved with our student initiatives: https://www.ucem.ac.uk/students-and-sustainability/ Read up on our sustainability strategy: https://www.ucem.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Globe-Strategy-2023.pdf Check out some of our fantastic student research on sustainability: https://www.ucem.ac.uk/student-research/ If you have any questions…