Construction Management (Level 1)

Construction Management - Course Outline

This intensive yet accessible Construction Management Level 1 is delivered across 3 modules – each concluding with an online assessment to verify your acquired knowledge and competencies. Your assigned tutor will provide you with comprehensive support at all times, in order to assist with your successful completion of each unit.

Module 1 - Construction Management Basics

This module covers the following topics:

• Market Size and its Importance
• Features of the Construction Industry
• Multiplicity of Agencies
• Productivity and Labour Quality
• Role of Construction Supervisor
• Responsibilities of the Construction Supervisor
• Construction Supervisor and the Phases of Construction Project
• Supervision for the Construction Agency
• Construction Supervision and Inspection and Testing
• Construction Supervisor's Role in Ensuring Progress
• Plus more

Module 2 - Site Organisation and Management

This module covers the following topics

• Types of Buildings
• Zoning and Other Factors
• Environmental Impact Study (EIS)
• Criteria for Location and Site Selection
• Structure of Rock
• Construction at Rock Sites
• Engineering Geology
• Flood Plains and Flood Protection
• Factors affecting Site Exploration
• Plus more

Module 3 - Construction Material Management

This module covers the following topics

• Material Planning and Control
• Stores and Inventory Control
• Importance of Material Management
• Issues Confronting Material Management
• Quality Specification
• Centralised versus Decentralised Purchasing
• Vendor Rating
• Rating Methods
• Issues Relating to Storage and Material Handling Optimum level of inventory
• Receiving Inspection Record Keeping
• Material Handling and Equipment
• Material Management in Construction
• Plus more