Aims:

This module extends your knowledge of construction technology, with a strong emphasis upon the use of difference material and structural systems in a site context. It also introduces the project manager advanced techniques for construction planning and control.

Objectives:


	To develop an awareness of buildings both in terms of their design and construction.
	

	To demonstrate a basic knowledge of the performance requirements for the individual elements of buildings.
	
	
	To understand the impact of the choice of building material and structure system.
	
	
	To appreciate the control of projects through the effective set- up and management of sites and supply chains.
	
	
	To demonstrate an understanding of planning methods applied to the construction process.
	
	
	To have an awareness of sustainability in the built environment through a project lifecycle.
	
Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module you should have an in depth understanding of the construction and management of a construction project, both from a construction management standpoint and as a representative of a client organisation. In particular, you should be able to:


	Understand the importance of site investigation and its links to future management decisions.
	

	Appreciate how client needs may impact upon the building process.
	
	
	Understand and apply project management tools to the planning and execution of projects.
	
	
	Appreciate the impact of the choice of technological solutions upon the construction process.
	
	
	Provide an overview of building methods for the larger project, and their impact upon sustainability.
	
Syllabus:


	Foundations & Piling
	
	
	Earth support and basements
	
	
	Handling different material
	

	Building frames
	
	
	Steel framed structures and roofs
	
	
	Formwork in construction
	
	
	Floor construction
	
	
	Cladding buildings
	

	Establishing the site
	
	
	Materials management
	
	
	Networks, cost optimisation, and line of balance
	
	
	Building Control, Fire Regulations
	
	
	Sustainability
	
Reading List:

Essential Reading:

Stroud-Foster J. (2006) Structure & Fabric (Part 1) Mitchell Series 7th Ed Routledge

Stroud-Foster J. (2007) Structure & Fabric (Part 2) Mitchell Series 7th Ed Routledge

Allen, Edward, and Joseph Iano. Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods. Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons, 2008.

Further Reading:

Cooke, B. & Williamson P. (2009) Construction Planning, Programming & Control (2nd Edition) Blackwell.

Illingworth, J.R. (2000) Construction Methods and Planning (2nd Edition) Spon

Harris, F. & McCaffer/Fotwe. (2013) Modern Construction Management (8th Edition) Blackwell

Chudley, R. Hurst M, Toplis S (2012) Advanced Construction Technology 5th Ed Pearson

Chudley & Green, (2016) Building Construction Handbook (11th Edition) Longman

Basem MM Construction Technology for High Rise Buildings Handbook (2014) 5th Edition Basem

CIOB Digests

BRE Digests