Advanced Methods of Construction Flashcards
(17 cards)
What does MMC stand for in construction?
Modern Methods of Construction — approaches that improve speed, quality, and efficiency, often involving offsite techniques.
What is DfMA?
Design for Manufacture and Assembly — designing buildings to be easily prefabricated and assembled on-site.
What is modular construction?
Building sections (modules) in a factory and assembling them on-site. Pre-fabricated Components
What are the two main types of modular construction?
Volumetric (fully enclosed units like rooms) and panelised (flat pack wall/floor systems).
What are the benefits of MMC for project delivery?
Faster construction, improved quality, reduced waste, and lower environmental impact.
What is glulam?
Glued laminated timber — strong, engineered wood used for structural beams and columns.
What is CLT?
Cross-Laminated Timber — a prefabricated timber panel used for walls, floors, and roofs with good strength and sustainability.
What is the ZED pod concept?
A modular housing solution designed for zero operational carbon, typically built above car parks or tight urban spaces.
What is a pod in modular construction?
A fully finished bathroom or kitchen unit that is craned into place as part of a larger build.
What are the challenges of MMC adoption?
Design standardisation, supply chain maturity, transport logistics, and regulatory acceptance.
How does MMC improve health and safety?
Less time on site, requires less manual labour, less workers, reduced health and safety risk, utilises pre-fabricated components (made in factory)
What is hybrid construction?
A combination of traditional and modern methods (e.g., steel frame with modular infill).
What role does BIM play in AMC?
Facilitates coordination, clash detection, and efficient offsite manufacturing through 3D models.
What government policy supports MMC?
The Construction Playbook promotes MMC through procurement and design strategies.
What is meant by “platform design” in MMC?
Using standardised components and interfaces across different building types to simplify assembly and improve productivity.
What are site logistics advantages of MMC?
Reduced deliveries, minimal on-site storage, and faster build programs.
How does MMC affect cost certainty?
More predictable outcomes due to controlled manufacturing environments and less dependency on weather or labour variation.
