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Core Module Information
Module title: Project Risk Management
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: BSV11105
Module leader: Elena Prokofieva
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:

The aim of this module is to provide an overview of the risk management methodologies as well as an advanced understanding of the techniques used in risk management and analysis of construction projects in UK and worldwide (where applicable). The module introduces various risk analysis techniques applicable in construction-related businesses. On completion of the module, you are expected to have an improved knowledge on the following: - Principles and methodology of risk management - Decision analysis, evaluation and methods for Risks and Uncertainties - Theory on types of risks and the rational approaches to managing risks in national and international projects- Application of Utility Theory to construction and other projects- The Health and Safety Risks in Construction projects and advances in relevant legislation and regulations.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Appreciate the principles of risk management and decision-making within the context of construction projects.

LO2: Critically apply the qualitative and quantitative tools and techniques of risk analysis.

LO3: Critically examine and analyse the effects of risk and uncertainty from multiple construction projects and synthesise solutions from a corporate perspective.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 3, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Elena Prokofieva
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 30 Lectures addressing all LOs and Units. Historical overview and current situation in construction in UK.
Face To Face Centrally Time Tabled Examination 3 On line with questions relating to LOs 2 and 3. May involve calculations and commentary.
Online Guided independent study 167 Independent study of module materials, personal research, coursework preparation and completion and exam preparation.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 30 1~2~3 Week 8 , WORDS= 2500 words You will be required to answer questions using individual data to solve a set of problems related to the learning outcomes for the module.
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 70 1~2~3 Exam Period You will sit an online exam answering all 4 questions.
Component 1 subtotal: 30
Component 2 subtotal: 70
Module subtotal: 100
2025/6, Trimester 2, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Elena Prokofieva
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Centrally Time Tabled Examination 3 Online individual examination, students are expected to answer questions on problem solving, decision making, risk assessment and calculations of various parameters with and without given probability to support the chosen decisions.
Online Guided independent study 167 Independent study of module materials, personal research, coursework preparation and completion and exam preparation.
Face To Face Lecture 30 Lectures addressing all LOs and Units. Historical overview and current situation in construction in UK.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 30 1~2~3 Week 10 , WORDS= 2500 words The report on a given topic, with individual task or in small group. The students are expected to conduct literature review, visit the assigned place and conduct an investigation, then analyse and report the findings
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 70 1~2~3 Exam Period HOURS= 3 hours Online individual examination, students are expected to answer questions on problem solving, decision making, risk assessment and calculations of various parameters with and without given probability to support the chosen decisions.
Component 1 subtotal: 30
Component 2 subtotal: 70
Module subtotal: 100

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BSV11105 Project Risk Management
 

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