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Critical Reflection

At the beginning of this module, I set specific goals to improve my critical thinking and communication skills. Through various assignments, discussions, and reflections, I have gained a deeper understanding of how to analyze complex problems, structure my thoughts more effectively, and articulate my ideas clearly.   One of the most valuable lessons I learned was the importance of questioning assumptions and considering multiple perspectives before coming to a conclusion. The critical thinking exercises challenged me to think beyond surface-level solutions and explore alternative approaches. Engaging with different perspectives helped me refine my reasoning process and develop a more balanced argument.   Regarding communication, I have made progress in presenting my ideas more confidently, though there is still room for improvement. While I can now structure my thoughts more logically, I sometimes struggle with conciseness, leading to unnecessary details in explanations. To im...

Reader Response_Improved Draft_Sun Lanxin

  Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC) is an innovative construction method in which fully prefabricated modules are manufactured off-site in controlled environments and assembled on-site (Building and Construction Authority, 2024). These modules come pre-fitted with electrical systems, plumbing, and interior finishes, significantly minimizing on-site labor and disruptions. PPVC is applicable to various sectors, including residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, and it integrates effectively with traditional construction techniques. According to Tambichik et al. (2022), PPVC reduces the construction period by approximately 35% compared to the conventional Industrialized Building System (IBS). Additional advantages include enhanced quality control, cost-effectiveness, and improved safety due to reduced on-site hazards. From an environmental perspective, PPVC also reduces material consumption, conserves energy, and lowers air and noise pollution (Agha...

Individual Research Contributions to Group Project

1. Researched and brainstormed on potential topics for the project and give a short pitch on it during first team meeting. 2. Contributed to record and submit the team meeting minutes. 3. Participated in second team meeting, all our group members discussed together and finally decided our topics on autonomous excavators. 4. Contributed on writing and improving the problem and purpose statement of our report. 5. Researched relevant journals on autonomous excavators from SIT OneSearch and google scholar. 6.  Report Contributions  – Wrote the sections on technical advancements and benefits, detailing key improvements in current autonomous excavator technology, and what benefits our new autonomous excavator can bring. 7.  Researched and cited relevant academic and industry sources to support our findings. 8.  Designed and structured presentation slides for my assigned section(benefits and conclusions) to ensure clarity and engagement. 9.  Delivered a segment of the ...

Sun Lanxin_Reader Response_Final Draft

  Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC) is an innovative construction method in which fully prefabricated modules are manufactured off-site in controlled environments and assembled on-site (Building and Construction Authority, 2024). Modules are pre-fitted with electrical, plumbing, and interior finishes, minimising on-site labour and disruptions. The method supports diverse applications, including residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, while integrating seamlessly with traditional construction techniques. According to the study by Tambichik et al. (2022), compared to the traditional Industrialized Building System method, PPVC was able to reduce the construction period by about 35%. Other benefits of PPVC include superior quality, cost-effectiveness, and improved safety by reducing hazards in factory environments. Considering environmental aspects, reducing material usage, saving energy, deducing air and sound pollution are also part of PPVC’s priv...

Reader response full draft #3

Pr efabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC)  is an innovative construction method in which fully prefabricated modules are manufactured off-site in controlled environments and assembled on-site (Building and Construction Authority, 2024). Modules are pre-fitted with electrical, plumbing, and interior finishes, minimising on-site labour and disruptions. The method supports diverse applications, including residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, while integrating seamlessly with traditional construction techniques. According to the study by Tambichik et al. (2022), compared to the traditional Industrialized Building System method, PPVC was able to reduce the construction period by about 35%. Other benefits of PPVC include superior quality, cost-effectiveness, and improved safety by reducing hazards in factory environments. However, challenges such as high initial investment, transportation logistics, and regulatory complia...

Summary + thesis + supports #2

  Summary: Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC)  is an innovative construction method in which fully prefabricated modules are manufactured off-site in controlled environments and assembled on-site (Building and Construction Authority, 2024). Modules are pre-fitted with electrical, plumbing, and interior finishes, minimising on-site labour and disruptions. The method supports diverse applications, including residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, while integrating seamlessly with traditional construction techniques. According to the study by Tambichik et al. (2022), compared to the traditional Industrialized Building System method, PPVC was able to reduce the construction period by about 35%. Other benefits of PPVC include superior quality, cost-effectiveness, and improved safety by reducing hazards in factory environments. However, challenges such as high initial investment, transportation logistics, and reg...

Summary + thesis draft #1

Summary: Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC)  is an innovative construction method in which fully prefabricated modules are manufactured off-site in controlled environments and assembled on-site (Building and Construction Authority, 2024). Modules are pre-fitted with electrical, plumbing, and interior finishes, minimising on-site labour and disruptions. The method supports diverse applications, including residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, while integrating seamlessly with traditional construction techniques. According to the study by Tambichik et al. (2022), compared to the traditional Industrialized Building System method, PPVC was able to reduce the construction period by about 35%. Other benefits of PPVC include superior quality, cost-effectiveness, and improved safety by reducing hazards in factory environments. However, challenges such as high initial investment, transportation logistics, and regulatory...