Module Details

Module Code: BULD8010
Title: Site Management and Technology
Long Title: Site Management and Technology
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5821 - Building Science
Module Delivered in: 4 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides the student with an understanding of site management structures for varying complex sites and the ability to choose and apply the most up to date information, communication, data management and modelling technologies applicable to the industry.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Apply alternative site set-up and management organisational structures to varying complex construction sites.
LO2 Apply information and communication technology (ICT) and building information modelling (BIM) solutions to the construction process.
LO3 Analyse the Health and Safety obligations of the construction manager.
LO4 Explain constructability and buildability on construction projects.
LO5 Apply the principles of sustainability to alternative methods of waste management and building recycling.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
14128 BULD8010 Site Management and Technology
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Site set-up to varying complex construction sites
Site set-up for the construction manager, site management and organisational structure, effective plant management.
Information communication technology
Understand the different technologies available for communication in the construction process, 3D, 4D and 5D modelling, e-procurement and e-tendering.
Health and Safety - Construction Manager
Obligations under health and safety, documentation process, method statements and risk assessments for the construction site.
Constructability and buildability
Constructability, buildability, component assembly of buildings including mechanical and electrical services, off site construction and contractors' quality management procedures.
Sustainability and waste management
Principles of sustainable development, contaminated sites and buildings, recycling and waste management.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination80.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
In class assessment on ICT and BIM.
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory on course topics and worked examples. Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Assessment of practical competency in the utilisation of industry-standard software to develop ICT and BIM solutions for the construction site. Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Review of lecture notes and recommended material and preparation of worked examples for selected laboratory sessions Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Assessment of practical competency in the utilisation of industry-standard software to develop ICT and BIM solutions for the construction site. Every Week 2.00 2
Lecture Contact Theory on course topics and worked examples. Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Review of lecture notes and recommended material and preparation of worked examples for selected laboratory sessions Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Frank Harris and Ronald McCaffer. (2013), Modern Construction Management, 7th Ed.. Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 978-0-470-67217-4].
  • Allan St. John Holt. (2008), Principles of construction safety, Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 0632056827].
  • Brad Hardin, Dave McCool. (2015), BIM and Construction Management, 2nd. Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 978-1-118-942].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Smith, Ryan E. (2010), Prefab Architecture: A Guide to Modular Design and Construction, Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 0470880430].
  • H. W. Chung. Understanding quality assurance in construction, E & F Spon, [ISBN: 0-419-24950-8].
  • Akintoye, A Goulding, J & Zawdie, G. (2012), Construction Innovation & Process Improvement, Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 1405156481].
  • Ma, Uly. (2011), No Waste : Managing Sustainability in Construction, Routledge, [ISBN: 9781351914482].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_CCNMG_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Management 8 Elective
CR_CQTSU_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying 8 Elective
CR_CCOPM_9 Master of Science in Construction Project Management 2 Elective
CR_CCNPM_9 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Construction Project Management 2 Elective