Course overview
The aim of this course is to introduce students to the organisation of the building industry; familiarise students with the management techniques of the building process and provide a conceptual framework to support their later studies of the industry. History, external environment and characteristics of the construction industry. Organisation of the construction industry: roles, objectives and activities of the sectors, professions, business entities, regulatory and advisory bodies. Sustainable construction. Development cycle of built facilities and life cycle construction projects. Introduction to management of construction organisations and projects, and project management theory and principles. The building process. Site organisation and processes.
Course learning outcomes
- Outline the history, characteristics and external environment of the construction industry.
- Identify the key principles of sustainable development and the role of sustainable construction.
- Distinguish and explain the roles and interactions of sectors, professions, business entities, regulatory and advisory bodies involved in the industry.
- Describe the building process and explain the roles, duties and relationships of the members of the building team.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the key elements of management of construction organisations and projects.
Availability
Class details
Online
Class number 1013
Section 01OL
Size 500
Available 486
Notes:
Class details
Online
Class number 3015
Section 01OL
Size 500
Available 498
Notes:
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