2015/16 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
CIVE5126M Applied Construction Management - MSc
15 creditsClass Size: 60
Module manager: Dr Apollo Tutesigensi
Email: A.Tutesigensi@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2015/16
This module is mutually exclusive with
CIVE5028M | Applied Construction Management - MEng |
This module is not approved as an Elective
Module summary
The module will highlight the multi-discipline approach required for the successful completion of construction and engineering projects and illustrate the broad range of engineering and management skills required in today's industry.The course will be taught by professionals from a range of engineering organisations, who will aim to pass on their practical experience and professional knowledge to the students.Objectives
To provide practical insights into various key construction processes.Learning outcomes
1. Develop strategies and/or policies required for construction projects.
2. Produce a construction project strategy and/or policy document.
3. Critique construction project strategies and/or policies.
Skills outcomes
- Develop awareness of the complexities of construction projects and engineering processes.
- Written communication skills.
Syllabus
- Introduction to UK construction industry
- Environmental, quality and health & safety management
- Supply chain management
- Planning, programming and control
- Corporate social responsibility and business ethics
- Understanding the construction client
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Consultation | 8 | 1.00 | 7.50 |
Lecture | 10 | 2.00 | 20.00 |
Private study hours | 122.50 | ||
Total Contact hours | 27.50 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 |
Private study
Students will be expected to carry out independent research in producing the assignments for the module. This will entail use of the library, internet, in addition to specific materials produced for the lectures.Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Group tutorial after half of the time allowed for coursework has elapsedMethods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Project | Project report - 7,000 words | 100.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 22/12/2015
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