Core Module Information
Module title: Construction Management 1

SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: BSV08106
Module leader: Andrew Brown
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Built Environment
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

Description of module content:

In the Construction Management 1 module the following subjects will be covered; the evolution of management theory; the functions of management; leadership; power, authority, responsibility and delegation; organisational theory; decision making; communication; motivation and human resource management.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Appraise various management functions and appreciate their relevance and usefulness in managing construction

LO2: Compare and contrast various organisational and management theories and approaches and be able to discuss their application in construction.

LO3: Understand the importance of effective communication and decision making for those involved in management.

LO4: Describe and evaluate various different motivation theories and appreciate their relevance to someone working in a construction environment.

LO5: Understand the functions and role of Human Resource Management

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Andrew Brown
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 30 Lectures covering all module content and learning outcomes.
Online Guided independent study 170 Independent research and study to support learning of the module materials and the development and preparation of coursework answers
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Project - Written 50 1~2 Week 7 , WORDS= 4 pages Discussion of how the subject matter addressed in Units 1, 2, 3 and 4 apply in the management of construction.
Project - Written 50 3~4 Week 12 , WORDS= 4 pages Discussion of how the subject matter addressed in Units 5, 6, 7 and 8 apply in the management of construction.
Component 1 subtotal: 50
Component 2 subtotal: 50
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
Construction Management 1