📖Program Curriculum
Year 1
Core Modules
Credits
Science and Materials for Designers
20.00
This module aims to develop an appreciation of the characteristics properties behaviour and application of materials commonly used in design-based disciplines. You’ll be introduced to the relationship between materials for various projects and the properties impacting construction and performance in use. The module includes a laboratory componen...
Building Construction Technology
20.00
This module will introduce the different technological concepts used to enable the construction of building elements from substructure to completion. You will build an understanding of the functional characteristics of building elements and design considerations to be borne in mind when selecting the most suitable technological solution.
Building Design Drawings and Measurement
20.00
This module covers three distinct topics: design drawings and measurement. You’ll learn basic principles of engineering design (architectural and structural design) use sketching techniques and 2D software to draw and interpret the specifications of different building components and basic concepts of Building Information Modelling (BIM) will als...
Principles of Construction Management
20.00
This module introduces the basics of construction project management from concept to completion within the business and organisational environment construction engineers operate within. It also covers management theories and construction site processes including maintaining the health and safety that construction professionals commonly use.
Mathematics and Surveying
20.00
This module consists of two distinct areas: mathematic and land surveying. The understanding of mathematics is important within an engineering curriculum to support and broaden abilities within the applied subjects at the core of all engineering programme. The aim of this module is to develop your skills in the mathematical principles and theories...
Building Regulations and Legal Contexts
20.00
The module commences with an investigation of general legal practices and procedures – sources of law courts and legislation and the nature of dispute resolution. The module also provides an applied appreciation of the range of legal protections and responsibilities faced by those within the construction industry.
Year 2
Core Modules
Credits
Advanced Construction Technology
20.00
The module builds upon the knowledge and understanding developed from the level 4 'Building Construction Technology' module with a focus on the technology of high-rise construction. The module will give learners a deeper understanding of how construction technology principles are applied to complex buildings.
Industrial Skills in Sustainability
20.00
This module aims to develop your employability skills and provides opportunities for personal and professional development in relation to the demands of graduate employment. You’ll work in groups on a live brief issued by a construction client to achieve sustainable development.
Management Strategies Economics and Finance
20.00
The module focuses on applying theories in practical construction situations using the context of an AEC organisation. In particular it introduces human resource management quality and productivity improvement techniques project planning and monitoring. The module also aims to understand economic theory and practice fundamentals.
Structural Analysis and Design
20.00
This module builds on the behaviour of different structural materials examined in engineering materials and considers the designer’s role and responsibilities in terms of health and safety buildability and sustainable construction. You’ll also concentrate on the structural analysis of determinate structures and on the structural design methodologi...
Heating Ventilation and Air-Conditioning Systems
20.00
This module is designed to introduce you to the principles of advanced Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) design and installation. The design and installation of systems for heating cooling and ventilation are critical to meet the heating and cooling requirements of modern buildings.
Electrical Design and Installation
20.00
The overall aim of the module is to develop an understanding of the principles that underpin the design and installation of electrical systems for complex buildings. You’ll introduced to a broad understanding of electrical machines distribution of electric energy and lighting design basics in compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
Year 3
Core Modules
Credits
Research Dissertation
40.00
This module allows you to investigate a selected topic of interest and take responsibility for managing your time identifying objectives and following a systematic approach to solve/ explore a problem. The project will be of an investigative nature exploring and extending your knowledge of the chosen subject within the construction industry cont...
Procurement and Contracts Management
20.00
Construction projects are complex and dynamic; the management of contracts needs to be thorough and systematic. Effective procurement and agreements are essential to the success of construction projects. You’ll have an overview of procurement strategies and contracts in building projects in national and international contexts.
Structural Design of Buildings
20.00
The module investigates the role of the construction engineer in the building design and covers methods of modelling to produce structural designs of simple buildings for common structural materials using relevant software. Considerations will also be made for health & safety design of temporary structures and site layout.
Group Project
20.00
Using a live development project from a construction client you will progress from conceptual design to a detailed design phase incorporating sustainability health and safety cost considerations and appraisals of your design choices. You’ll identify the construction methods technology for critical elements renewal energy sources and building s...
Professional Practice
20.00
