The purpose of this assessment is to evaluate the students' ability to analyse environmental problems in construction related to the Sustainable Development Goals, develop and justify solutions, and

Assignment Task

The purpose of this assessment is to evaluate the students' ability to analyse environmental problems in construction related to the Sustainable Development Goals, develop and justify solutions, and effectively communicate these through a professionally structured and written report.

In this written assessment, you will step into the role of a consultant, focusing on a project that addresses environmental challenges in the construction sector, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. Your task involves developing solutions to these challenges and articulating them in a well-structured professional report. This report should provide a thorough background, justify your proposed solutions, and offer clear recommendations.
Details of the problem scenario are available in the Assessment Item 2 Briefing document, located in the Assessments tab on Canvas. This briefing should cover all necessary information, but if you identify any gaps, you are encouraged to make informed assumptions. These assumptions should be clearly explained and justified within your report.

Description

The course places significant emphasis on the development of academic and professional writing skills. Key aspects of this include the ability to structure your report effectively, maintaining conciseness and relevance in your discussion, and employing appropriate citation and referencing techniques.

Your report will be assessed based on several criteria, including the clarity and conciseness of your writing. the ability to identify and articulate key issues, the structure and persuasiveness of your argument, the development and viability of your solutions, evidence of critical and relevant reading, depth of analysis, and the clear explanation of any assumptions made.

Please note that the report should meet these objectives within a word limit. This word count excludes the executive summary, diagrams, tables, figures, footnotes, and the reference list, focusing on the main body of your report.

By adhering to these guidelines, you will demonstrate your capacity to analyse environmental issues in construction critically and communicate your findings and recommendations effectively in a professional context.