Module Details

Module Code: BULD8004
Title: Construction Project Controls
Long Title: Construction Project Controls
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 modern construction production methods and of the systems and procedures that are used to control construction projects.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Evaluate alternative construction project control systems for use in varying situations.
LO2 Plan and control construction projects using advanced project management software.
LO3 Evaluate different construction production methods and systems.
LO4 Evaluate the effectiveness of different construction production methods in alternative situations.
LO5 Appraise design team appointment and management of design teams.
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.
No incompatible modules listed
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
Productivity Controls
Evaluation of alternative construction programming systems. The role of the construction planner within the construction process. Measuring construction productivity and work study. Use of Lean Construction techniques.
Project Information Systems (Productivity)
Project progress monitoring systems, progress feedback mechanisms, progress recording, reporting and presentation including Lean Construction initiatives.
Project Information Systems (Financial)
Cost value reconciliation systems, design variation control procedures, project financial reports and their presentation, change control, variation control.
Project Information Systems (Design)
Design team relationships, design team communication systems, evolution of design information, recording, disseminating, controlling and presenting design change. Request for information and submissions. The Building Control Amendment Regulations (BCAR).
Advanced Computerised Project Controls
Use of Primavera P6 project management software, advanced applications of Microsoft Project software, Navisworks and syncro-BIM software.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination80.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Short answer questions, closed book, one hour exam.
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 80
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination

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 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
Lecture Contact Theory on course topics and worked examples. Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Assessment of practical competency in the utilisation of industry-standard software Every Week 1.00 1
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 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Chartered Institute of Building. (2014), Codeof practice for project management for construction & development, 5th. Wiley-Blackwell, [ISBN: 978-1-4051-9420].
  • Gary Santorella. (2016), Lean Culture for the Construction Industry, ebook. Productivity Press - M.U.A., [ISBN: 9781439835104].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Carl Chatfield, Timothy Johnson D.,. (2010), Microsoft Project 2010 Step by Step, [ISBN: 9780735626959].
  • Brian Cooke and Peter Williams. (2009), Construction Planning Programming and control, 3rd. Wiley - Blackwell, [ISBN: 9781405183802].
  • Grey, C & Hughes, W. (2001), Building Design Management, Butterworth-Heinmann, Oxford, [ISBN: 0750650702].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Low Sui Pheng, Shang Gao, Jun Liang Lin. (2015), Converging early contractor involvement (ECI) and lean construction practices for productivity enhancement: Some preliminary findings from Singapore", International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, Vol. 64,
    https://doi-org.cit.idm.oclc.org/10.1108 /IJPPM-02-2014-0018
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_CCNMG_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Management 8 Mandatory
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