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2013/14 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

CIVE1901 Principles of Construction Management I

10 creditsClass Size: 180

Module manager: Dr A Tutesigensi
Email: A.Tutesigensi@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2013/14

This module is not approved as an Elective

Objectives

To introduce principles and concepts of construction management in relation to civil engineering.

Learning outcomes
1. Explain construction management systems and identify appropriate codes of practice and industry standards associated with the systems.
2. Discuss the role of civil engineering activities in promoting sustainable development.

Syllabus

- Importance and Structure of the Construction Industry
- Construction Management Systems: HASWA 1974; MHASW Regulations 1999; RIDDOR 95; CDM Regulations 2007; Quality Management; Environmental Management; and Construction Site Management.

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Consultation	5	1.00	5.00
Lecture	20	1.00	20.00
Private study hours			75.00
Total Contact hours			25.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			100.00

Private study

Private study will consist of of reading and exam preparation.

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

`Question and answer sessions throughout the semester

Methods of assessment

Exams

Exam type	Exam duration	% of formal assessment
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc)	2 hr 00 mins	100.00
Total percentage (Assessment Exams)		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 website

Last updated: 17/10/2013

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