Study information

Construction Project Management - 2024 entry

MODULE TITLEConstruction Project Management CREDIT VALUE15
MODULE CODEENG3001 MODULE CONVENERUnknown
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 11
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated)
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

Successful management of lengthy and complex construction projects is one of the main responsibilities of a civil engineer. In the simplest terms, successful project management requires project delivery on time, within budget and to the specified quality standard. In order to accomplish this, civil engineers must have a sound grasp of modern project management tools and techniques. In this module you will develop  your skills and knowledge in the area of construction project management. You will learn about construction contracts and the regulatory frameworks within the construction industry. You will apply common project management techniques and come to understand how sustainability considerations influence your decision making as a civil engineer.

AIMS - intentions of the module

This module aims to give you an awareness of the ‘external’ factors that will affect your engineering project, from the client requirements, to available finance, to the imposed deadlines.  In better understanding the other project ‘players’ and the constraints that they face, you will be well placed as an engineer, to assist in delivering a project that satisfies stakeholder requirements. The broad knowledge base developed in this module will help you to deliver projects that not only rise to the mathematical and physical challenges, but also meets the aesthetic, budgetary and programme criteria.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

On successful completion of this module you should be able to:

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge

1. Identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct. (M8)
2. Adopt a holistic and proportionate approach to the mitigation of security risks. (M10)
3. Discuss the role of quality management systems and continuous improvement in the context of complex problems. (M14)

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge

4. Apply knowledge of engineering management principles, commercial context, project and change management, and relevant legal matters including intellectual property rights. (M15)

Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge

5. Lifelong and independent learning. (M18)

 

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module
1 Selected engineering institution lectures, talks from visiting speakers and professional engineers
 
Professionalism
 
2 The design and construction team including the Client, Developer, Project Manager, Cost Estimator, Architect, Engineering Consultants, Sub-Consultants, Contractor, Sub-Contractors
 
Project Management
 
3 Common forms of contract (Fee Proposal, Scope of Works, Terms and Conditions, Traditional, Design and Build, Partnering, etc)
 
Contracts and legal considerations
 
4 Construction project management practices and techniques: (Business Case, Risk, Procurement, Planning, Estimation, Scheduling, Cost Control, Earned Value Management, Quality Management, Change Control)
 
Project Management
 
5 The health and safety regulatory framework within the construction industry (Health and Safety Executive, Building Regulations, Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015)
 
Health and Safety
 
6 Health and safety practices and the Safe by Design philosophy
 
Health and Safety
 
7 Environmental impact, sustainability, embodied energy, and low carbon design and construction (Environmental Protection Act, Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM))
 
Sustainability
 
8 Case studies of engineering projects, concentrating on the legal aspects, design team interaction, project management and environmental considerations
9 Professionalism and ethics in engineering. How engineers use codes of conduct to ensure ethical behaviour and practice in their work environment.
 
 
LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 50 Guided Independent Study 100 Placement / Study Abroad
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Category Hours of study time Description
Scheduled learning & teaching activities 20 Lecture
Scheduled learning & teaching activities 10 Tutorial
Scheduled learning & teaching activities 10 Workshop
Scheduled learning & teaching activities 10 Site visits
Guided independent study 100 Independent study

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 100 Written Exams 0 Practical Exams
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Form of Assessment % of Credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Coursework - Construction Project Management Report and Presentation 40 15 hours M10, M14, M15  
Coursework - Sustainable Design Case Study 40 15 hours M10  
Log book 20 10 hours M8. M18  
         
         

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)
Original Form of Assessment Form of Re-assessment ILOs Re-assessed Time Scale for Re-assessment
CW – Construction Project and Management Report and Presentation

CW – Construction Project and Management Report and Presentation

 M10, M14 and M15 Ref/Def Period
CW - Sustainable Design Case Study CW - Sustainable Design Case Study M10 Ref/Def Period
Log book Report M8, M18 Ref/Def Period

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Reassessment will be by coursework in the failed or deferred element only. For deferred candidates, the module mark will be uncapped. For referred candidates, the module mark will be capped at 40%.

RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Reading list for this module:

There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.

CREDIT VALUE 15 ECTS VALUE 7.5
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES None
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 6 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Friday 15th March 2024 LAST REVISION DATE Friday 15th March 2024
KEY WORDS SEARCH None Defined

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