Construction Technology and Services Assessment 1

Portfolio of Engagement Component A

Background

If you have been referred to re-sit coursework Component A (1RA) of the Construction Technology and Services 1 module (UBLMYS-30-1), you are required to complete the online submission outlined in this brief, including a 300-word reflective statement.

Important Notes:

• Read the entire brief carefully, as well as any feedback from previous attempts.

• According to the Module Handbook:

  • Component A = 60% of the final mark for this module

  • Component B (Technical Building Proposal) = 40% of the final mark

Component A Portfolio of Engagement

As outlined in Table 0-1, the re-sit coursework consists of two elements: Component Element Description Weighting A1 Online Quizzes One online quiz of 60 questions covering all topics taught in two teaching blocks 50? Portfolio of Revised Tasks Portfolio submission containing 8 revised tasks from the 10 tasks assigned 50%

Key Notes:

• Both elements are mandatory.

• Maximum total = 100 marks.

• Same submission procedure applies to students who have not submitted any previous coursework for Component A.

Element A1Online Quizzes

• One (1) online quiz via Blackboard.

• Timing: 2 hours to complete, must be completed within the designated 24-hour period:

  • Starts: Thursday, 17th July 2025, 9:30 am (BST)

  • Ends: Friday, 18th July 2025, 9:30 am (BST)

  • Latest start time: 7:30 am on 18th July 2025 to use full 2-hour window.

• Preparation includes:

  • Revision of lecture materials, lectorials, task work, and further reading on Blackboard.

• Quiz content: 60 randomly chosen questions.

• No extensions apply.

Portfolio of Revised Tasks

• Tasks: 10 tasks assigned throughout the weekly seminar programme (Task Booklets A & B).

• Submission Requirements:

  1. Select 8 revised tasks from the 10 tasks.

  2. Minimum of two tasks per type.

  3. Tasks must follow Task Booklet formatting guidelines.

  4. Tasks must be chronologically ordered or grouped by type and clearly labeled.

  5. Tasks should incorporate feedback from seminars and past submissions.

  6. Avoid simply re-submitting original efforts.

• Reflective Statement:

  • 300-word written reflection on completed tasks.

  • Can be placed at the beginning or end of the PDF portfolio.

Submission Dates and Extensions

Detail Date & Time Portfolio Submission Deadline Monday, 14th July 2025, 2:00 pm Late Submission Window (48 hours) Wednesday, 16th July 2025, 2:00 pm Reasonable Adjustment (RA) 5 days after original deadline (if approved)

Notes:

• Plan workload to avoid issues from illness or technical problems.

• Submission after the 48-hour window = non-submission.

• Submission deadline is absolute (based on UWE server time).

Submission Procedures

• Submission is online via Blackboard, in the ‘Resit Materials’ area.

• Do not leave it until the last minute.

• Multiple uploads allowed, but each new upload must be the complete portfolio.

• Any new upload overrides previous versions.

Formatting Requirements

• Submit one single PDF file.

• Use A4 size, portrait format (note exceptions for technical drawings).

• Maximum file size: 25MB.

• Hand-drawn tasks must be scanned or copied digitally, clear and full-size.

• Retain original hand-drawn copies for review.

• Backup your coursework.

Evaluation Criteria

Overall Marking Breakdown: Component Weight Exercise Tasks 30% Written responses, understanding, graphic presentation (min. 2 tasks) Analysis Tasks 30% Written analysis, understanding, literacy, writing style, focus (min. 2 tasks) Drawing Tasks 30% Technical resolution, graphic presentation (min. 2 tasks) Presentation 10% Portfolio layout, contents page, coherence, 300-word reflective statement (50% of this mark)

Important Notes:

• Specific criteria for each task are in the corresponding Task Booklet.

• Submitting less than 8 tasks or failing the 2 per category requirement will be penalised.

Assessment Requirements

The Component A Portfolio of Engagement (re-sit) for the Construction Technology and Services 1 module consists of two mandatory elements, together contributing 60% of the final module grade:

1. Element A1: Online Quiz (50%)

   • One online quiz of 60 questions covering topics from two teaching blocks.

   • Timing: 2 hours, to be completed within a designated 24-hour period.

   • Preparation includes lecture materials, lectorials, task work, and further readings on Blackboard.

   • No extensions allowed.

2. Element A2: Portfolio of Revised Tasks (50%)

   • Submission of 8 revised tasks from the 10 assigned tasks (minimum of 2 tasks per type: Exercise, Analysis, Drawing).

   • Tasks must incorporate previous feedback, follow booklet formatting guidelines, and be presented in chronological or grouped order.

   • Include a 300-word reflective statement summarising learning and task completion.

   • Submit as a single PDF file (A4, portrait; max 25MB).

Additional Notes:

• Late submission window: 48 hours (after which non-submission).

• Evaluation criteria include Exercise Tasks (30%), Analysis Tasks (30%), Drawing Tasks (30%), and Portfolio Presentation (10%), which also accounts for the reflective statement.

• Clear labelling, coherence, and technical resolution are critical.

Approach Guided by the Academic Mentor

The Academic mentor guided the student step by step, ensuring clarity and adherence to requirements:

Step 1: Understanding Assessment Brief

• Mentor reviewed the full brief with the student, highlighting key dates, weightings, and submission guidelines.

• Emphasised the importance of including 8 tasks, reflective statement, and following formatting requirements.

Step 2: Task Selection and Planning

• Student reviewed all 10 tasks and selected 8 tasks ensuring minimum of 2 per type.

• Mentor helped identify which tasks could be improved using previous feedback, ensuring enhanced quality and compliance.

Step 3: Revision and Integration of Feedback

• Mentor guided the student to:

  • Correct technical inaccuracies.

  • Improve graphic presentation of drawings.

  • Strengthen written analysis for Exercise and Analysis tasks.

• Each task was re-evaluated to ensure feedback incorporation and academic standards compliance.

Step 4: Reflective Statement Preparation

• Mentor explained the importance of a 300-word reflective statement.

• Student was guided to summarise:

  • Learning outcomes.

  • Key improvements made.

  • Challenges faced and solutions applied.

Step 5: Portfolio Compilation and Formatting

• Mentor instructed on proper portfolio layout:

  • Title page and contents page.

  • Chronological or grouped ordering of tasks.

  • Labelling and annotation of drawings.

  • Single PDF compilation with size and formatting compliance.

Step 6: Final Review and Submission Strategy

• Mentor advised multiple draft uploads for safety, ensuring final version replaced previous drafts.

• Checklist ensured all criteria were addressed: minimum 8 tasks, reflective statement, technical resolution, graphic presentation, and literacy.

Outcome Achieved

• Student successfully submitted the portfolio including 8 revised tasks and reflective statement.

• Each task incorporated prior feedback, demonstrating improvement in:

  • Written analysis.

  • Technical drawing accuracy.

  • Task presentation and clarity.

• Reflective statement highlighted personal learning, problem-solving, and integration of seminar feedback.

• Compliance with submission requirements ensured full eligibility for grading.

Learning Objectives Covered

1. Understanding Construction Technology and Services Concepts: Improved comprehension of key technical principles across tasks.

2. Application of Feedback: Applied academic and technical feedback to enhance task quality.

3. Technical Competence: Enhanced ability to produce accurate drawings and analyses.

4. Reflective Practice: Developed ability to critically reflect on learning and improvements.

5. Portfolio Management: Learned effective presentation, formatting, and submission strategies.

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