CIVIL 791

Construction Management

Summary


Semester

Semester 1, 2020

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Contents


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Understanding topics necessary for effective construction management. Using a generic construction project life cycle, essential aspects of construction projects including the tendering process, preparing tenders, tender evaluation, project planning, resource allocation, teamwork, site safety, and contract types are covered. Case studies are used to reinforce the application of theoretical ideas to the successful running of construction projects.

The combination of CEM theory/techniques/methods, case studies and site visits provides a useful introduction to the successful running of construction projects. Advanced topics like the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and other digital technologies in CEM will be introduced to facilitate the understanding the next generation of construction. Understanding the basics of Maori culture in NZ construction industry. The aim of this course is to help students investigate CEM in New Zealand to develop knowledge about a range of tools available to assist CEM and how these can be effectively utilized in decision making.

Outcome mapping


Intended learning outcomes
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Evaluate aspects of risk that influence the planned delivery of the Construction Project : 1. completing a hazard analysis for the designated tender project and the examination case study. 2. identifying, quantifying, and selecting hte appropriate risk strategy for a range of risks.

ENGA01: engineering knowledge (2)
ENGA06: engineering and society (2)
ENGA09: individual and team work (4)
ENGA10: communication (1)
ENGK04: specialist knowledge (2)
ENGK06: engineering practice (5)
ENGP02: range of conflicting requirements (5)
UOA_1: Disciplinary Knowledge and Practice (2)
UOA_5: Independence and Integrity (3)
UOA_6: Social and Environmental Responsiblities (1)
Assignment 1a - BIM Research Paper
Assignment 1b - Creating Bridge BIM Model
Assignment 2 - Construction Methods
Assignment 3 - Construction Health and Safety
Final exam

Conceptual Understanding of Construction Project Scope: Students will be able to develop knowledge about a range of tools and skills available to assist construction management and how these can be effectively utilized in decision making.

ENGA03: design and solution development (2)
ENGA11: project management and finance (5)
ENGK03: abstraction and formulation (1)
ENGK04: specialist knowledge (2)
ENGK06: engineering practice (5)
ENGP01: depth of knowledge required (4)
ENGP06: conflicting stakeholder requirements (5)
UOA_2: Critical Thinking (1)
UOA_3: Solution Seeking (3)
UOA_4: Communication and Engagement (4)
UOA_5: Independence and Integrity (3)
Assignment 1a - BIM Research Paper
Assignment 1b - Creating Bridge BIM Model
Assignment 2 - Construction Methods
Assignment 3 - Construction Health and Safety
Final exam

Assessment


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