Dormitory module

Abstract

A dormitory module comprising components erectable from a flat pack to define a free standing wall structure of interconnected panels to define an enclosure with an open side arranged to be closed by a screen or door, at least one of the wall panels being pre wired to lighting and at least one power socket whereby assembly of the panels completes an electrical circuit from the lighting and power socket to an outlet lead that can be coupled to a main supply to provide power to the module.

1 . A dormitory module comprising components erectable from a flat pack to define a free standing wall structure of interconnected panels to define an enclosure with an open side arranged to be closed by a screen or door, at least one of the wall panels being pre wired to lighting and at least one power socket whereby assembly of the panels completes an electrical circuit from the lighting and power socket to an outlet lead that can be coupled to a main supply to provide power to the module. 
     
     
         2 . The dormitory module according to  claim 1  wherein the module includes a bed positioned within the enclosure. 
     
     
         3 . The dormitory module according to  claim 2  wherein the bed is a double bunk. 
     
     
         4 . The dormitory module according to  claim 3  wherein the module includes a storage/divider that is secured to the module to be partially moveable to provide access to the bed. 
     
     
         5 . The dormitory module according to  claim 4  wherein the storage/divider unit extends outwardly from the middle of the bed to provide, on either side, access to one half of the double bunk. 
     
     
         6 . The dormitory module according to  claim 5  wherein the storage/divider is secured to the enclosure via hinges to facilitate pivoting movement of the storage/divider. 
     
     
         7 . The dormitory module according to  claim 1  wherein the enclosure is rectangular with one open side with an over head bar extending across the top of the open side, the bar preferably supporting a curtain. 
     
     
         8 . The dormitory module according to  claim 1  wherein the panels are pre-wired to carry switches and power sockets and adjacent edges of the panels have electrical couplings that interfit when the panels are abutted end to end to electrically connect one panel to the adjacent panel. 
     
     
         9 . The dormitory module according to  claim 1  wherein the wall structures are constituted by a metal frame lined by melamine lined particle board. 
     
     
         10 . The dormitory module according to  claim 9  wherein at least one longitudinal edge of each panel carries appropriate fastening means to enable adjacent panels to be secured in an abutting relationship. 
     
     
         11 . The dormitory module according to  claim 1  wherein the enclosure has a base including a shower base and at least one wall supports a shower head and tap, the enclosure incorporating an extraction fan and being closed off by a roof structure. 
     
     
         12 . The dormitory module according to  claim 11  wherein the at least one wall that supports the shower head and tap is pre-plumed to provide a water inlet that can be connected to a source of water. 
     
     
         13 . The dormitory module according to  claim 12  wherein the source of water can include both hot and cold water or alternatively the module may incorporate an electrically powered water heater. 
     
     
         14 . The dormitory unit according to  claim 11  wherein the underside of the wall structure provided with level adjustors to ensure adequate drainage. 
     
     
         15 . The dormitory module according to  claim 11  wherein the roof structure incorporates a condenser. 
     
     
         16 . The dormitory module according to  claim 15  wherein the condenser is coupled in series with a radiator located within the roof structure. 
     
     
         17 . The dormitory unit according to  claim 15  wherein the condenser is positioned in series with a series of filters and condensate from the condenser is arranged to flow down into the shower base, the filtered air escaping from the unit via an air outlet. 
     
     
         18 . The dormitory module according to  claim 17  wherein the air is drawn through an aluminium mesh filter and then through a carbon filter to finally pass through a final filter to remove dust, fluff and/or debris. 
     
     
         19 . (canceled)