Student Handbook
and
Programme Document
BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Construction
Economics
BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Construction
Economics (with German)
Full-Time (DT111A)
BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Construction
Economics
Part-Time (DT8155)
School of Surveying and Construction Management
Dublin Institute of Technology
Bolton Street
Dublin
September 2016
Accreditation pending from:
Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI)
Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES)
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Welcome from the Chairperson of the Programme Committee
On behalf of the Institute and the Programme Committee, I would like to
extend a warm welcome to you as you begin your participation in the BSc
(Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics in DIT Bolton
Street.
The programme is primarily designed to educate the student for a
professional career in Construction Surveying. The course specifically
focuses on preparing students to work as Quantity Surveyors, in planning
cost, controlling cost, limiting risk and adding value to projects, ensuring that
projects are delivery on time and within budget.
The programme aims to cover a wide range of numerical, technological,
economical, financial, environmental, legal and managerial skills
underpinned by complimentary professional interpersonal skills, all of which
are required for a successful career in Construction Surveying.
The experience the student will encounter includes three core levels:
1. Knowledge and Understanding (knowing)
2. Application (doing)
3. Reasoned advice (advising)
all of which will help graduates prepare more seamlessly for their
progression to Chartered Surveying status with relevant professional
institutions.
We have introduced further structural changes to year 3 and 4 of the full time
programme for 2016/17 and also redesigned the part-time programme over a
5 years period with the introduction of a new 1st year cohort commencing in
September 2016.With Work Based learning now form a core component of
the part-time programme we are delighted with the support that we are
receiving from industry in this regard.
This document contains detailed programme information for your reference
and should provide you with answers to most questions or concerns that you
might have regarding your time on the programme.
Dr. Alan V Hore
Chairperson of the Programme Committee DT111
Charles Mitchell
Chairperson of the Programme Committee DT8155
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Contents
1. Introduction ............................................................................................................. 6
1.1 Programme Aims ..........................................................................................................6
1.2 Programme Learning Outcomes ..................................................................................7
1.3 Graduate Capabilities ..................................................................................................9
1.4 Structure of the Programme .......................................................................................11
1.4.1 Full Time Programme ................................................................................. 11
1.4.2 Part Time Programme ..................................................................................... 12
2. The Dublin Institute of Technology .................................................................... 16
2.1 College of Engineering and the Built Environment ...................................................17
2.2 School of Surveying and Construction Management .................................................18
2.3 Brief Outline of Facilities and Resources ..................................................................18
2.3.1 Specialised Resources ................................................................................. 18
2.3.2 E-Learning support ..................................................................................... 19
3. Detailed Programme Information ....................................................................... 20
3.1 Registration for the programme .................................................................................20
3.2 Admission Requirements and Procedures ..................................................................20
3.2.1 Full Time ..................................................................................................... 20
3.2.2 Part Time ..................................................................................................... 20
3.3 Advanced Entry Admission.........................................................................................21
3.4 Programme Calendar and Contact Hours per Week .................................................21
3.5 Programme modules ..................................................................................................22
3.5.1 Optional Modules........................................................................................ 32
3.5.2 Introduction of German Language .............................................................. 32
3.5.3 Rationale for introducing these programmes .............................................. 34
3.5.4 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Exemptions .............................. 34
3.5.5 Linkage to SCSI APC Competencies ......................................................... 35
3.6 Placement in the Workplace (Full-Time Programme) ...............................................42
3.7 Work Based Learning (Part-Time Progamme) ..........................................................42
3.7.1 Preparing Students .......................................................................................... 42
3.7.2 Supporting Students ........................................................................................ 42
3.7.3 Assessing Students ......................................................................................... 42
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3.7.4 Employer Agreements .................................................................................... 42
3.8 Staff teaching on the programme ...............................................................................43
4. Assessment and Feedback .................................................................................... 44
4.1 Coursework Assessment and Feedback......................................................................44
4.2 Compensation and Thresholds ...................................................................................45
4.3 Calculation of Degree Classification .........................................................................45
4.3.1 Full-Time Students...................................................................................... 45
4.3.2 Part-Time Students...................................................................................... 46
4.3.3 Where German Optional Modules are taken .............................................. 46
4.4 Special Assessment Regulations .................................................................................46
4.5 Mark Allocation - Written Examination & Project ....................................................47
4.6 Project Submission and Penalties for Lateness .........................................................47
4.7 Submission Guidelines for assessments .....................................................................47
4.8 Assessment Criteria ....................................................................................................47
4.9 Options for Reviewing Assessment Results ................................................................50
4.10 Quality Assurance and Programme Management .....................................................50
4.11 Programme management ...........................................................................................50
4.12 Programme Team and Committee ..............................................................................51
4.13 Module, Progression and Award Boards ...................................................................52
4.14 Programme quality assurance and enhancement procedures ...................................53
5. Guidance to students and Student Support Services ......................................... 54
5.1 Writing Academic Assignments and Poster Preparation ...........................................54
5.2 Obtaining Unfair Academic Advantage - Cheating at Assessments ..........................54
5.3 How to avoid plagiarism ............................................................................................55
5.4 DIT Library and Information Services .......................................................................56
5.4.1 DIT Library electronic information and resources ......................................... 57
5.4.2 DIT Library research ...................................................................................... 57
5.5 Mathematics Learning Centre ....................................................................................57
5.6 International Student Office .......................................................................................58
5.7 Student Retention Office .............................................................................................58
5.8 Academic Writing Centre ...........................................................................................58
5.9 Campus Life................................................................................................................58
5.9.1 Campus Life Office ..................................................................................... 59
5.10 Careers Service ..........................................................................................................59
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5.11 Chaplaincy Service .....................................................................................................60
5.12 Student Counselling Service .......................................................................................60
5.13 Disability Services ......................................................................................................60
5.14 DIT Health Services ...................................................................................................61
5.15 DIT Societies Office ...................................................................................................61
5.16 DIT Sports and Recreation Services ..........................................................................61
5.16.1 DIT Students Union (DITSU) ..................................................................... 61
6. Further opportunities ........................................................................................... 62
6.1 Professional Recognition ...........................................................................................62
6.2 Progression Opportunities within DIT .......................................................................63
7. Detailed Module Descriptors ............................................................................... 64
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List of Figures
Figure 1 Structure of the Full Time Programme .......................................................................14
Figure 2 Structure of the Part Time Programme .......................................................................15
List of Tables
Table 1 Available Computer Laboratories ................................................................................19
Table 2 Calendar and Contact Hours of Full Time Programme (indicative only) ....................21
Table 3 Calendar and Contact Hours of Part Time Programme (indicative only) ....................22
Table 4 Details of Curriculum – Year 1 – Full Time Progamme ............................................23
Table 5 Details of Curriculum – Year 2 – Full Time Progamme ............................................24
Table 6 Details of Curriculum – Year 3 – Full Time Progamme ............................................25
Table 7 Details of Curriculum – Year 4 – Full Time Progamme ............................................26
Table 8 Details of Curriculum – Year 1 – Part Time Progamme ............................................27
Table 9 Details of Curriculum – Year 2 – Part Time Progamme ............................................28
Table 10 Details of Curriculum – Year 3 – Part Time Progamme ..........................................29
Table 11 Details of Curriculum – Year 4 – Part Time Progamme ..........................................30
Table 12 Details of Curriculum – Year 5 – Part Time Progamme ..........................................31
Table 13 Overview of German Language modules in proposed programme ..........................34
Table 14 Mapping of Year 1 modules to SCSI APC Competencies .......................................38
Table 15 Mapping of Year 2 modules to SCSI APC Competencies .......................................39
Table 16 Mapping of Year 3 modules to SCSI APC Competencies .......................................40
Table 17 Mapping of Year 4 modules to SCSI APC Competencies .......................................41
Table 18 Staff teaching on the BSc in Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics ......43
Table 19 Assessment Criteria (Indicative only) ......................................................................48
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1. Introduction
1.1 Programme Aims
The primary aim or the broad purpose of the Quantity Surveying and Construction
Economics Degree programme is to educate the student for a professional career in the
Construction and Property Industries in Ireland or overseas. This education is to have
particular regard to the evolution of the profession in respect of the key areas of
management of cost and value, management of the procurement process and management
of the total facility in an environment of rapidly changing information technology.
Programme objectives are intended to be specific steps that take us from where we are
towards our primary aim. The specific objectives of the programme include:
To offer an appropriate educational environment for the professional,
entrepreneurial and personal development of the student.
To provide a sound academic foundation in the technological, commercial, legal
and managerial skills required to work as a quantity surveyor in the construction
or property industry.
To promotion of an understanding of the integrative nature of the development
and building processes enabling the graduate to combine with other design
professionals in the design, construction and project management teams.
To promote an understanding of the economic performance of the Construction
Industry.
To develop a sense of flexibility of outlook, enabling graduates to initiate and
critically examine procedures and to innovate in a manner appropriate to the rapid
technological, financial, and structural changes within the construction market
and building procurement systems.
To meet the requirements of a primary qualification for those wishing to progress
to a Chartered Surveyor designation and / or those who wish enter post-graduate
programmes or to undertake post-graduate research.
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In addition to the tradition functions of the quantity surveyor, the School of Surveying
and Construction Management recognises the need for graduates to possess business
management and interpersonal skills if they are to contribute effectively to the profession
and the economy. Therefore, professionals engaged in the construction industry require
specific expertise in these areas, as well as, a broad perspective on socio-economic and
technological trends, in order to provide the range and standard of services demanded by
society.
1.2 Programme Learning Outcomes
The knowledge, skill and competence acquired are relevant to personal development,
participation in society and community, employment, and access to additional education
and training. On successful completion of the programme, students will be expected to
have developed knowledge, skill, know-how and competence. The specific learning
outcomes associated with the programme are specified below and relate to Level 8 of the
National Framework of Qualifications1.
On successful completion of the programme the graduate will have gained:
(Knowledge: Breadth)
1. An understanding of the theory, concepts and methods pertaining to the
construction industry in general and the fields of quantity surveying and
construction economics, in particular.
(Knowledge: Kind)
2. A detailed knowledge and understanding of the framework within which the
construction industry operates, namely the technical, economic, legal, financial
and administrative framework.
3. A detailed knowledge and understanding of the specialised areas of cost and value
management, tender documentation, procurement, construction administration
and management.
(Know-How and Skill: Range)
1 http://www.nfq.ie/nfq/en/
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4. The skills and tools necessary for a quantity surveyor/construction economist to
function, namely the skills of measurement and quantification, economic and
financial analysis, administration and management. They will be able to use and
modify these skills and tools to conduct closely guided research into construction
related matters, as well as to work in the quantity surveying/construction
economist field.
(Know-How and Skill: Selectivity)
5. The ability to carry out the more complex duties required whilst working as a
quantity surveyor/construction economist within the construction industry,
whether for professional, commercial or other organisations, and to understand
the underlying differences thereof. They will be able to exercise appropriate
judgment and accept accountability while carrying out those duties.
(Competence: Context)
6. Advanced skills to conduct research, or advanced technical or professional
activity, accepting accountability for all related decision making; transfer and
apply diagnostic and creative skills in a range of contexts.
(Competence: Role)
7. An ability to work as members of or to lead teams, whether within the
organisations that they will work in or within the projects those organisations will
participate in.
(Competence: Learning to learn)
8. The ability to manage their own learning, in order that they may act in their
employment in variable and unfamiliar contexts, and to do so with a clear
understanding of the professional and ethical issues involved.
(Competence: Insight)
9. Insight into the integrative nature of the construction process as a whole, so that
they may work closely with other members of the planning, design, construction
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and management teams that go to make up the construction industry and
construction activity.
Quantity Surveying is a discipline based on the application of economic and financial
evaluation techniques to land and buildings. This skill requires a broad knowledge of a
wide range of competence areas, together with a fundamental understanding of the
economic, physical and legal framework within which buildings are constructed and used
and how the construction market operates. For these reasons, the programme is
generalist in the sense that its scope is wide but specific in that it seeks to apply
knowledge to a particular sector of the economy in a manner that will give the graduate a
foundation to pursue a career as a quantity surveyor. The educational approach aims to
develop in the student the ability to evaluate and integrate information from diverse
sources to arrive at a conclusion of cost or value. This is a distinctive characteristic skill
of the quantity surveyor.
1.3 Graduate Capabilities
The Construction Economist must be capable of meeting both present needs and adapting
to future challenges in the market place and community. Consequently, this educational
programme is rooted in sound academic principles and research-based state of the art
knowledge. The graduate is the result of a process of enhancing and developing personal
qualities and capacities within a progressively integrated structured educational
programme.
The broad aim of the programme is to develop a construction professional capable of
operating in a dynamic and competitive environment. The programme, therefore, seeks to
foster graduates who are both literate and numerate, have good analytical, inter-personal
and communication skills, are adaptable, practical, critical, responsible and
environmentally sensitive.
The global economy is presently undergoing significant transformation characterised by a
rapid rate of technological, social and institutional change. As a consequence, major
changes in business organisation and practices and in the nature and role of the various
professions are already manifest at national and international level in construction and
related fields.
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Current trends are now redefining the traditional role of the quantity surveyor including:-
the development of new skills and the increasing important business role of information
technology, such as, Building Information Modelling.
The increasing internationalisation of surveying activity has caused the programme team
to introduce a language option. It is intended to add further languages in the future,
subject to a review of industry demand. The programme team feel it is critically
important to provide our future students with multi-lingual skills, in order to prepare them
more readily for working internationally.
The increased emphasis on the concept of value for money and economic resource
allocation and evaluation, in both the private and public sectors, creates new
opportunities for the application and development of the core skills of the construction
economist. In the Irish context, the land use and environmental needs of a developing
economy create a demand for the particular services provided by the construction
economist. The increased need for these services and the capacity to fulfil a potentially
wider role in Cost-benefit Analysis, Environmental Impact Assessment and resource
evaluation will result in a heightened public perception in Ireland of the important
contribution the Construction Economist can make to more appropriate economic and
physical development.
There is at present a general tendency towards a merging of the services provided by the
various construction professionals. This in turn is reflected in the changing roles and
functions of the different cognate professionals, characterised by overlap on the one hand,
and increased specialisation on the other. Increasingly there is a blurring of the distinction
between professional and commercial services and the graduate construction economist
needs to be adaptable and flexible to meet the challenge of these services.
Finally, in common with professionals in the technological and scientific fields,
construction professionals are increasingly required to renew and update their
professional education and training.
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1.4 Structure of the Programme
The programme comprises four years of full time or five years of part time study at
honours degree level (level 8). Each of the years is divided into two semesters. Over its
duration, the programme seeks to progressively develop and integrate the various core
and complementary disciplines required for the education of a construction
economist/quantity surveyor.
The basic structure of the programme and the subject modules studied are indicated in
Figures 1 (full time) and 2 (part time). A more detailed breakdown by academic stages is
shown in Tables 4 to 13.
1.4.1 Full Time Programme
This is a four year programme with each year of the programme being divided into two
semesters. The first two years focus on building the knowledge and understanding
required by the graduate quantity surveyor. There is a particular emphasis on building on
the core knowledge required in construction technology; financial management;
construction economics; contract practice; measurement and costing; construction
management and construction law, with complimentary studies in information
technology; professional development and quantitative methods to give the programme
its orientation.
In the first two years students will also gain an insight and knowledge of technological
developments, such as Building Information Modelling (BIM). Whilst there are no
specific BIM modules integrated into the programme, it is the intention of the programme
team to embed BIM into the Measurement and Costing modules. Currently discussions
are ongoing with the School of Multi-Disciplinary Technologies about the more visual
embedding of BIM modules into the programme in later years.
The third year sees the core knowledge areas maintained in construction studies;
construction economics; financial management; construction law and the inclusion of an
integrated development project to “knit” the core competencies together. The Contract
Administration module requires students to prepare responses to predetermined tasks that
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serve to replicate, where possible, real life issues and problems encountered on a
construction project.
The emphasis in year 3 sees a move away from a focus of “knowledge” to one more of
“doing” or application of the knowledge and understanding gained in the first two years.
Semester 2 involves placing the students in industry, where the student will directly
experience the application of knowledge gained in a working environment.
The final year of the programme sees the student taking the knowledge and
understanding gained in the first three years to a more “inquisitorial and advisory” focus.
The final year can be broadly separated into two components.
The first component of the final year comprises the cores areas of measurement and
costing; commercial management; construction economics; development project; which
collectively act as the “capstone” to the knowledge they will require to progress to the
next phase of their journey in seeking a chartered designation. In order to recognise the
increasing specialist nature of some aspects/knowledge required by graduate quantity
surveyors, the programme seeks to introduce optional modules, from which the student
will select two of their choice.
The second component of the final year seeks to support the student in the preparation of
an undergraduate dissertation or a company project. The final year company project is an
alternative to the traditional dissertation, which enables students to research and analyse a
topic in an applied setting. While there is no specific requirement for the student to be
working within the organisation, it is envisaged that students who have previously gained
worked experience with a company may be in a position to work with that company on a
mutually beneficial research project.
The distribution of the modules on the full time programme is shown in general terms in
Figure 1, and in more detail in Tables 4 to 7.
1.4.2 Part Time Programme
This is a five year programme with each year of the programme being divided into two
semesters. The modules taken by part-time students are largely the same as those on the
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full time programme, but are distributed over five years (10 semesters) rather than the
four years (8 semesters) of the full time programme.
To strengthen the transitional learning experience for the part time advance entry
students, two additional 5 credit Measurement and Costing modules are added to both the
fourth and fifth year. This adaptation of the part time programme addresses a previously
perceived weakness of the part time programme, where it was felt there was insufficient
measurement modules particularly for advanced entry students.
The part-time programme also sees the introduction of a 10 credit Work Based Learning
module into each of the first 4 years of the part-time course. A separate Student
Handbook will be provided to the students for these modules.
The distribution of the modules on the part time programme is shown in general terms in
Figure 2, and in more detail in Tables 8 to 12.
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Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2
Construction Studies 3
CONS3021
Construction Economics 3
ECON3005
Financial Management 3
FINM3000
Construction
Economics 1A
Construction
Economics 1B
Construction
Economics 2
Construction
Law 2
Construction Law 3
ECON1032 ECON1033 ECON2022 LAW2033 LAW3029
Professional
Development/
Integrated Project
Information
Technology
Construction
Management
Programming and
PlanningMeasurmeent and Costing 3A or
3B
PRFD1000 INFT1001 MGMT2040 CONS2045 CEST3000/CEST3001
Quantitative Methods Law 1 Pre-Contract
Practice
Post Contract
PracticeContract Administration
QMD1001 LAW1051 CONS2046 CONS2047 CONS3009
German 2 for
EBE (OPTION)
German 3 for
EBE (OPTION)
German 4 for EBE (OPTION)
GERM2025 GERM2026 GERM3010
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Semester 1 Semester 2
Construction Studies 1 Construction Studies 2 Work Placement
WKPL3005
Commercial
Management
Construction
Economics 4
CONS1039 CONS2044 COFI4000 ECON4003
Measurement and Costing 1 Measurement and Costing 2 Measurement and Costing 4
CEST1001 CEST2000 CEST4000
FINM1000 FINM2000 CONS3022
Financial Management 1 Financial Management 2 Development Project
STMG4011 COMM4000
Project Management
(OPTION)Corporate Property
Asset Management
(OPTION)
Strategic Management
and Ethics
(OPTION)
Conflict Avoidance
and Dispute
Resolution
Dissertation or Company Project
GERM1024 DISS4007
PRJM4000 MTAM4000
Work Placement
(German Option)
WKPL3005
Foundation German for EBE
(OPTION)
Figure 1 – Structure of DT111A Full Time Programme
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Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2
Commercial
Management
Construction
Economics 4
COFI4000 ECON4003
Construction
Economics 1A
Construction
Economics 1B
Financial
Management 3
Measurement and
Costings 3A/3B
ECON1032 ECON1033 FINM3000 CONS3000/3001
Quantitative
Methods
Law 1 Construction
Economics 2
Construction
Law 2
Construction
Economics 3
Construction
Studies 3
QMD1001 LAW1051 ECON2022 LAW2033 ECON3005 CONS3021
Professional
Development/
Integrated Project
Information
Technology
Construction
Management
Programming
and Planning
Pre-Contract
Practice
Post Contract
Practice
Construction Law 3 Contract
Administration
PRFD1000 INFT1001 MGMT2040 CONS2045 CONS2046 CONS2047 LAW3029 CONS3009
Measurement & Costing 4
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Construction Studies 1 Construction Studies 2 Financial Management 2
CONS1039 CONS2044 FINM2000
Measurement and Costing 2Measurement and Costing 1
Development Project
CONS3022
CEST2000
DISS4007
Work Related Learning Work Related Learning Work Related Learning Work Related Learning
CEST4000
Financial Management 1 Dissertation or Company Project
FINM2000
CEST2000
WKPL3007 WKPL4001WKPL1001 WKPL2001
Figure 2 – Structure of DT8155 Part Time Programme
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2. The Dublin Institute of Technology
The Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT) has been an integral part of the Irish Higher
Education system for more than a century. In that time it has continued to adapt and expand
its provision to reflect a changing society and the wider economic environment. DIT is now
one of Ireland’s largest and most innovative university-level institutions. A comprehensive,
dual-sector doctoral-awarding institution, DIT combines the academic excellence of a
traditional university with professional, career-oriented learning, preparing graduates for
productive leadership roles. The core values of DIT emphasize student-centred learning,
useful knowledge, rigorous processes of discovery and critical enquiry, and support for
entrepreneurship and diversity.
There are almost 23,000 students registered in DIT, and over 2,000 members of staff. Nearly
20% of the student body comes from outside Ireland, creating a culturally diverse and
stimulating teaching and research environment. A community of over 800 student and staff
researchers are engaged in addressing 21st century challenges, ensuring that DIT plays a vital
role in Ireland’s transition to a smart society. Academics and students are committed to
making a significant contribution to international knowledge and enhancing Dublin’s role as
Ireland’s global gate-way.
The DIT campus spreads across Dublin City Centre and include:
DIT Mountjoy Square, Dublin 1
DIT Cathal Brugha Street, Dublin 1
DIT Bolton Street, Dublin 1
DIT Chatham Row, Dublin 2
DIT Aungier Street, Dublin 2
DIT Kevin Street, Dublin 2
DIT 159 Rathmines Road, Dublin 6
DIT 143-149 Rathmines Road, Dublin 6
DIT Grange Gorman, Dublin 7
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Maps and Transport details for each of our Campuses are available at
http://www.dit.ie/campuslife/transport/
DIT comprises the following colleges:
The College of Engineering and the Built Environment
The College of Sciences & Health
The College of Business
The College of Arts and Tourism
2.1 College of Engineering and the Built Environment
Building on our tradition of excellence established over generations in Bolton Street and
Kevin Street, the College of Engineering & Built Environment provides professionally
accredited, industry relevant, multi-level education and training for people who will engineer,
build and sustain the world of tomorrow.
The College’s learning environment is a supportive, creative and dynamic place where
students engage in collaborative learning and applied research, supported by excellence in
teaching that is informed by research, professional practice and strong industry links. The
College enables its students and staff to reach their full potential through a learner- centred
approach underpinned by the belief that all are lifelong learners.
The College is recognised as the first choice in Ireland and an international destination for
people who seek practice-led, research-informed and career-focussed programmes in a
creative and innovative environment renowned for its learner-centred approach, discovery and
ethical engagement.
The College of Engineering and Built Environment currently comprises seven schools and is
located in the Bolton Street and Kevin Street campuses. The Bolton Street campus has a
principal presence in the main Bolton Street and the Linenhall buildings.
The BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics and BSc (Hons) in
Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics (with German) will exist within the School
of Surveying and Construction Management.
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2.2 School of Surveying and Construction Management
The School of Surveying and Construction is Dublin’s only School of Land, Construction,
and Property Surveying and the only school of its type in the state with a unique focus on
particular specialisms related to building, construction management and geomatics, as well as,
building, quantity and valuation surveying.
Many professionals in these areas are represented by the Chartered Institute of Building, the
Society of Chartered Surveyors in Ireland and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
(RICS), as well as the Irish Institution of Surveyors and the Chartered Institute of Civil
Engineering Surveyors, all of whom have a close relationship with the College.
For more detailed information on the school see
http://www.dit.ie/surveyingconstructionmanagement/
2.3 Brief Outline of Facilities and Resources
Throughout the duration of the programme, students will enjoy the full facilities of the
Institute as available to students of its many and diverse programmes. Before using such
facilities, students should familiarise themselves with current DIT guidelines and regulations,
some of which may be found at:
http://www.dit.ie/is/governance/regulations/studentregulations/ and
http://www.dit.ie/healthsafety/
Information on DIT’s extensive library facilities may be found at: http://dit.ie/library/
The programme will be accommodated primarily in the School of Surveying and Construction
Management.
2.3.1 Specialised Resources
Specialist laboratory space that is available to the programme is itemised in Table 1.
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Room Type Resources Available
321 Laboratory 24 networked PC’s running specialist QS software and
BIM packages.
325 Laboratory 22 networked PC’s running specialist QS software and
BIM packages.
345 Laboratory 23 networked PC’s running specialist QS software and
BIM packages.
Table 1 Available Computer Laboratories
2.3.2 E-Learning support
The programme committee is committed to a considerable degree of flexibility in how
students can attain the learning outcomes of the programme. It is the intention of the
programme committee to develop some programme modules, where appropriate, into a form
capable of being accessed as CPD (continuing professional development) learning resources.
In some cases, this may include the development of distance e-learning modes of access.
Currently, however, this is not available on any modules on this specific time.
Extensive e-learning support is however available to the programme through the Learning,
Teaching and Technology Centre (LTTC) at DIT. The LTTC administers and supports the
DIT E-Learning environment, Webcourses-BlackboardLearn ®, which is utilised by the
programme committee to supplement other forms of module delivery. On registration and
receipt of a DIT student number, student will have immediate access to Webcourses-
BlackboardLearn ®, at: http://www.dit.ie/lttc/webcourseslinks/
Here the student can access learning material for each programme module, and a wide range
of material relating to programme-related, School and Institute-related procedures, regulations
and guidelines.The system also includes extensive links to wider learning resources and
sources of general and useful information.
The DIT E-Learning environment, Webcourses-BlackboardLearn ®, also serves as the
principal means by which staff and students will communicate on programme-related issues.
Further student support is available through the Telematics Department in DIT Aungier St.
where professional video production assistance and facilities are available. A considerable
body of e-learning experience exists amongst staff of the School and this experience is
available to all staff in the proposed programme.
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3. Detailed Programme Information
3.1 Registration for the programme
All students are required to formally register with DIT and pay the required fees before they
attend classes. Once registered, they are entitled to attend classes, avail of DIT’s student
services and sit examinations. Detailed Instructions on how to finalise Registration and obtain
a DIT student card may be found at: http://www.dit.ie/registration/
3.2 Admission Requirements and Procedures
3.2.1 Full Time
In common with practically all programmes at degree and diploma/certificate level in the
State, admission to the full time programme is achieved through the Central Applications
Office (CAO). For the standard applicant, the basic entry requirement for the programme is
the Irish Leaving Certificate with passes in at least six subjects, of which two must be at
Grade C or higher on Higher Level papers. The six subjects must include Mathematics and
either English or Irish. An equivalent qualification to this may also be acceptable. Applicants
for the programme are ranked in order of educational merit scored in accordance with a points
system linked to educational attainment in the Leaving Certificate used by the Department of
Education and Science and the CAO.
3.2.2 Part Time
Applications for admission to the part time programme (DT8155) are made by means of the
part time application form, which can be accessed at
http://www.dit.ie/studyatdit/part-
time/programmescourses/allcourses/quantitysurveyingconstructioneconomicsdt8155.html
On the basis of these applications, qualified applicants are interviewed and class lists
completed.
An important point for applicants to note is that, for many years, there have been insufficient
applications from school leavers’ and others to enable DIT to start a first year of the DT155
programme. The programme has effectively run since 1989 as an honours degree conversion
programme for certain holders of Level 7 Construction related Ordinary Degrees from the
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regional Institutes of Technology or from DIT’s Ordinary Degree construction graduates
(DT134 and DT149A). It is the intention of the School to start the first year of the part-time
degree in September 2016.
3.3 Advanced Entry Admission
DIT is committed to the idea of providing a ‘ladder of opportunity’ to students. Entry to the
later years of both the full time and part time programmes is available and encouraged where
space permits. The points of advanced entry and exemptions will be looked at, on a case by
case basis. Applicants with other prior qualifications are dealt with on an individual basis.
Applications should be made through the CAO for advanced entry. For details see
http://www.dit.ie/study/
3.4 Programme Calendar and Contact Hours per Week
Table 2 and 3 illustrates the programme calendar and approximate contact hours per week for
both the full time and part time programmes. In the full time programme, the students will
have approximately 20 hours of contact per week in the first three years, which would
typically involve having two half days and one full day free from contact per week. Full time
students will be off site in the semester 2 of year 3 on work placement. It is envisaged that
final years student on the full time programme, will have approximately 18 hours of contact
per week, which typically equate to two and a half days of class contact per week. In respect
to the part time option the programme is normally delivered over one full day and one
evening per week. Where possible, the part time programme will be wholly synchronised with
the full time programme, save for tutorial support, where it is envisaged that additional
dedicated tutorial support will be offered to full time students.
Year Semester Period Student Contact
Hours/Week
1 1 Sept. – Jan. 21
2 Jan. – May 19
2 1 Sept. – Jan. 19
2 Jan. – May 20
3 1 Sept. – Jan. 24
2 Jan. – May Work Placement
4 1 Sept. – Jan. 17.75
2 Jan. – May 17.75
Table 2 Calendar and Contact Hours of Full Time Programme (indicative only)
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Year Semester Period Student Contact
Hours/Week
1 1 Sept. – Jan. 9
2 Jan. – May 8
2 1 Sept. – Jan. 8
2 Jan. – May 8
3 1 Sept. – Jan. 8
2 Jan. – May 9
4 1 Sept. – Jan. 14
2 Jan. – May 8
5 1 Sept. – Jan. 7
2 Jan. – May 7
Table 3 Calendar and Contact Hours of Part Time Programme (indicative only)
Specific class timetables, together with instructions on how to use this online facility, may be
found at: http://dit.ie/registration/studentclasstimetables/
3.5 Programme modules
Tables 4 to 12 provides a detailed breakdown of the curriculum of each year on the full time
and the part time programme. Detailed module descriptors can be found in Section 8.
Module descriptors are also available online in the DIT Module Catalogue at:
http://www.dit.ie/catalogue/
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Year 1 (F/T)Semester
Module
descriptorsStudent Contact Hours
Annual
Contact
Annual
Learning ECTSAssessment Marks Module Author
ModuleCode Page Lab/Pract Lecture Tutorial Sem 1 Sem 2 Hours Hours Credits
Coursewk
ProjectsExams
Course-
workExams Total
Construction Studies 1 CONS1039 1,2 66 2 2 4 4 96 200 10 2 1 100 100 200 S. Smyth
Measurement & Costing 1 CEST1001 1,2 68 1 2 2 5 5 120 200 10 3 200 200 C. Mitchell/
Financial Management 1 FINM1000 1,2 71 2 1 3 3 72 200 10 1 1 70 130 200 K. O'Reilly
Economics 1A ECON1032 1 73 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 1 50 50 100 T. Power
Economic 1B ECON1033 2 76 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 1 50 50 100 T. Power
Law 1 LAW1001 2 79 2 1 3 0 100 5 4 100 100 F. Corcoran
Information Technology INFT1001 2 81 2 2 24 100 5 1 100 100 K.O'Reilly
Quantatitive Metthods QMD1001 1 83 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 1 30 70 100 P.Heuston
Professional
Development/Integrated ProjectPRFD1000 1 85 2 2 24 100 5 3 100 100 M.Keaveney
TOTALS: 3 16 9 20 20 444 1200 60 17 5 800 400 1200
AssessmentWeekly
Table 4 - Details of Curriculum – Year 1 – Full Time Programme
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Year 2 (F/T)Module
descriptorsStudent Contact Hours
Annual
Contact
Annual
Learning ECTSAssessment Marks Module Author
ModuleCode Semester Page Lab/Pract Lecture Tutorial Sem 1 Sem 2 Hours Hours Credits
Coursewk
ProjectsExams
Course-
workExams Total
Construction Studies 2 CONS2044 1,2 89 2 1 3 3 72 200 10 1 1 80 120 200 M. Keaveney
Measurement & Costing 2 CEST2000 1,2 91 2 2 4 4 96 200 10 3 200 200 F.McDonnell
Financial Management 2 FINM2000 1,2 93 2 1 3 3 72 200 10 1 1 70 130 200 K. O'Reilly
Construction Economics 2 ECON2022 1 95 2 1 3 36 100 5 3 100 100 R. Murphy
Construction Law 2 LAW2033 2 97 2 1 3 36 100 5 2 100 100 C. Mitchell
Construction Management MGMT2040 1 99 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 1 40 60 100 M. Keaveney
Programming & Planning CONS2045 2 101 2 2 4 48 100 5 1 100 100 R. Hayden
Pre-Contract Practice CONS2046 1 103 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 1 40 60 100 T. Cunningham
Post-Contract Practice CONS2047 2 105 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 1 40 60 100 T. Cunningham
TOTALS: 4 18 7 19 20 468 1200 60 14 5 770 430 1200
AssessmentWeekly
Table 5 - Details of Curriculum – Year 2 – Full Time Programme
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Year 3 (F/T)Semester
Module
descriptorsStudent Contact Hours
Annual
Contact
Annual
Learning ECTSAssessment Marks Module Author
ModuleCode Page Lab/Pract Lecture Tutorial Sem 1 Sem 2 Hours Hours Credits
Coursewk
ProjectsExams
Course-
workExams Total
Construction Studies 3 CONS3021 1 111 5 1 6 72 100 5 2 100 100 S. McCarthy & M.J. Gleeson
Construction Economics
3ECON3005 1 113 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 100 100 R, Murphy
Financial Management 3 FINM3000 1 115 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 100 100 K. O'Reilly
Construction Law 3 LAW3029 1 117 2 2 4 48 100 5 1 1 40 60 100 R. Hayden
Contract Administration CONS3009 1 119 4 4 48 100 10 2 100 100 R.O'Carroll/N. Ingle
Measurement and
Costing 3A/3B*
CONS3000/30
011 122/124 2 2 4 48 100 5 1 1 50 50 100 F.McDonnell/C.Mitchell
Work Placement SSCM3700 2 128 1 1 12 600 30 7 600 600 F. Mc Donnell
Optional Module*
TOTALS: 24 1 300 1200 65 13 4 790 410 1200
AssessmentWeekly
Table 6 - Details of Curriculum – Year 3 – Full Time Programme
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Year 4 (F/T)Semester
Module
descriptorsStudent Contact Hours
Annual
Contact
Annual
Learning ECTSAssessment Marks Module Author
Module Code Page Lab/Pract Lecture Tutorial Sem 1 Sem 2 Hours Hours CreditsCoursewk
ProjectsExams
Course-
workExams Total
Commercial
ManagementCOFI4000 1 132 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 1 50 50 100 F. McDonnell
Construction
Economics 4ECON4003 2 134 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 1 50 50 100 R. Murphy
Measurement &
Costing 4CEST4000 1,2 136 2 2 4 4 96 200 10 2 200 100 D.Kehily
Development Project CONS3022 1 139 4 4 4 48 200 10 4 200 200 R.O'Carroll/N. Ingle
Strategic
Management & Ethics
(Optional)
STMG4011 1 142 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 1 50 50 100 R. Murphy
Conflict Avoidance
and Dispute
Resolution (Optional)
COMM4000 2 144 2 1 3 36 100 5 1 100 100 C. Mitchell
Project Management
(Optional)PRJM4000 1 146 2 1 3 36 100 5 3 100 100 N. Ingle
Coprorate Property
Asset Management
(Optional)
MTAM4000 2 148 2 1 3 36 100 5 3 100 100 D. McKeown
Dissertation or
Company ProjectDISS4007 1,2 150 0.75 0.75 0.75 18 400 20 1 300 300 R. Roisin
TOTALS: 17.75 17.75 414 1200 60 1200
Total Marks for Final Part (1 Year 3 - Semester 1 only): 600
Total Marks for Final Part 2 (Year 4 - weighted by 100%): 1200
Total for Finals Part 1 & 2: 1800
MARKS FOR DEGREE CLASSIFICATION
AssessmentWeekly
Table 7 - Details of Curriculum – Year 4 – Full Time Programme
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Year 1 (P/T)Semester
Module
descriptorsStudent Contact Hours
Annual
Contact
Annual
Learning ECTSAssessment Marks Module Author
ModuleCode Semester Page Lab/Pract Lecture Tutorial Sem 1 Sem 2 Hours Hours Credits
Coursewk
ProjectsExams
Course-
workExams Total
Construction Studies 1 CONS1039 1,2 66 2 2 2 48 200 10 2 1 100 100 200 S.Smyth
Measurement & Costing 1 CEST1001 1,2 68 1 2 3 3 72 200 10 3 200 200 C. Mitchell
Law 1 LAW1001 2 79 2 2 24 100 5 4 100 100 F. Corcoran
Information Technology INFT1001 1 81 2 2 24 100 5 1 100 100 K.O'Reilly
Quantatitive Metthods QMD1001 2 83 2 2 24 100 5 1 1 30 70 100 P.Heuston
Professional
Development/Integrated ProjectPRFD1000 1 85 2 2 24 100 5 3 100 100 M.Keaveney
Work Based Learning 1 TBA 1,2 152 0.5 0.5 0.5 20 200 10 2 200 200 F.McDonnell
TOTALS: 2 10 9 8 236 1000 50 16 2 830 170 1000
AssessmentWeekly
Table 8 - Details of Curriculum – Year 1 – Part Time Programme
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Year 2 (P/T)Semester
Module
descriptorsStudent Contact Hours
Annual
Contact
Annual
Learning ECTSAssessment Marks Module Author
ModuleCode Page Lab/Pract Lecture Tutorial Sem 1 Sem 2 Hours Hours Credits
Coursewk
ProjectsExams
Course-
workExams Total
Construction Studies 2 CONS2044 1,2 89 2 2 2 48 200 10 1 1 80 120 200 M. Keaveney
Economics 1A ECON1032 1 73 2 2 24 100 5 1 1 50 50 100 T. Power
Economic 1B ECON1033 2 76 2 2 24 100 5 1 1 50 50 100 T. Power
Financial Management 1 FINM1000 1,2 71 2 2 2 48 200 10 1 1 70 130 200 K. O'Reilly
Construction Management MGMT2040 1 99 2 2 24 100 5 1 1 40 60 100 M. Keaveney
Programming & Planning CONS2045 2 101 2 2 24 100 5 1 100 100 M.Keaveney
Work Based Learning 2 TBA 1,2 154 0.5 0.5 0.5 20 200 10 2 200 200 F.McDonnell
TOTALS: 12 8 8 192 1000 40 6 3 590 410 1000
AssessmentWeekly
Table 9 - Details of Curriculum – Year 2 – Part Time Programme
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Year 3 (P/T)Module
descriptorsStudent Contact Hours
Annual
Contact
Annual
Learning ECTSAssessment Marks Module Author
ModuleCode Semester Page Lab/Pract Lecture Tutorial Sem 1 Sem 2 Hours Hours Credits
Coursewk
ProjectsExams
Course-
workExams Total
Financial Management
2FINM2000 1,2 93 2 2 2 48 200 10 1 1 70 130 200 K. O'Reilly
Measurement &
Costing 2CEST2000 1,2 91 2 2 2 48 200 10 3 200 200 F.McDonnell
Construction
Economics 2ECON2022 1 95 2 2 24 100 5 3 100 100 R. Murphy
Construction Law 2 LAW2033 2 97 2 3 36 100 5 2 100 100 C. Mitchell
Pre-Contract Practice CONS2046 1 103 2 2 24 100 5 1 1 40 60 100 T. Cunningham
Post-Contract Practice CONS2047 2 105 2 2 24 100 5 1 1 40 60 100 T. Cunningham
Work Based Learning 3 TBA 1,2 156 0.5 0.5 0.5 20 200 10 2 200 200 F.McDonnell
TOTALS: 12 8.5 9 224 1000 50 13 3 750 250 1000
AssessmentWeekly
Table 10 - Details of Curriculum – Year 3 – Part Time Programme
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Year 4 (P/T)Semester Module descriptors
Student Contact Hours Annual
Contact
Annual
Learning ECTSAssessment Marks Module Author
ModuleCode Page Lab/Pract Lecture Tutorial Sem 1 Sem 2 Hours Hours Credits
Coursewk
ProjectsExams Course-work Exams Total
Construction Studies 3 CONS3021 1 111 5 1 6 72 100 5 1 100 100 S. McCarthy & M.J. Gleeson
Construction
Economics 3ECON3005 1 113 2 2 24 100 5 1 100 100 R, Murphy
Financial Management
3FINM3000 2 115 2 2 0 100 5 1 100 100 K. O'Reilly
Construction Law 3 LAW3029 2 117 2 2 0 100 5 1 1 40 60 100 R. Hayden
Contract Administration CONS3009 2 119 2 2 4 48 100 5 2 100 100 R. O'Carroll
Measurement and
Costing 3A/3B*
CONS3000/30
012 122/124 2 2 2 48 100 5 1 1 50 50 100 F.McDonnell/C.Mitchell
Development Project CONS3022 1,2 139 2 2 2 48 200 10 1 1 200 200 N. Ingle / R. O'Carroll
Work Based Learning 4 TBA 1,2 158 0.5 0.5 0.5 20 200 10 2 200 200 F.McDonnell
TOTALS: 4 15 15 8 240 1000 50 7 6 590 410 1000
* Optional Module
AssessmentWeekly
Table 11 - Details of Curriculum – Year 4 – Part Time Programme
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Year 5 (P/T)Semester
Module
descriptors
Annual
Contact
Annual
Learning ECTS
Assessment
MarksModule Author
Module Code Page Lab/Pract Lecture Tutorial Sem 1 Sem 2 Hours Hours CreditsCoursewk
ProjectsExams Course-work Exams Total
Commercial Management COFI4000 1 132 2 2 24 100 5 1 1 50 50 100 F. McDonnell
Construction Economics 4 ECON4003 2 134 2 2 24 100 5 1 1 50 50 100 R. Murphy
Measurement & Costing
4CEST4000 1,2 136 2 2 4 4 96 200 10 2 200 200 F.McDonnell/D.Kehily
Dissertation or Company
ProjectDISS4007 1,2 150 0.75 0.75 0.75 18 300 20 1 400 400 R. Murphy
TOTALS: 1.5 6 0.75 6.75 6.75 162 700 40 5 2 700 100 800
Total Marks for Final Part 1 (Year 4 - weighted by 100%): 1000
Total Marks for Final Part 2 (Year 5 - weighted by 100%): 800
Total for Finals Part 1 & 2: 1800
Student Contact Hours per
WeekAssessment
MARKS FOR DEGREE CLASSIFICATION
Weekly
Calculation made on Ex 1800
Table 12 - Details of Curriculum – Year 5 – Part Time Programme
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3.5.1 Optional Modules
Students have the opportunity to deepen their knowledge in a specialist area through the
selection of two modules from a suite of four optional modules in the final year of the full
time programme.
These options will unfortunately not be made available to part time students, as it was felt
critically important by the programme committee to create the “space” for “core” competency
modules to underpin the knowledge and understanding of our mainly advance entry students
on the part time programme. The omission of these module is more than offset by the ongoing
on the job work experience been gained by the part time students.
The admission of students to a particular optional module is subject to the availability of that
module, consideration of possible timetabling conflicts, to constraints imposed by minimum
and maximum class sizes and to resource-related issues as determined by the College
Executive and Head of School.
3.5.2 Introduction of German Language
In the first three years of the full time programme students will be given the opportunity to
study the German language. An optional suite of modules specifically designed for students
studying in the DIT College of Engineering and the Built Environment will be made available
for students to study alongside their primary modules from September 2014. Whilst these
modules are optional in the earlier years, should students successfully complete the language
programme, they will be offered the opportunity to buy back credits from their final year of
study. Students who have successfully completed the language programme will not be
required to complete the optional modules in the final year.
This German option is not, however, available to the part time students. Students who choose
these programmes would share these modules with other existing programmes in the College
of Engineering and the Built Environment. At the end of their successful completion of the
programme, it is intended that students would be entitled to an exit award that specifically
includes reference to their language achievements e.g. BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and
Construction Economics (with German).
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Students will be offered two entry points into the programme. On the basis that there may not
be a sufficient number of applicants with prior knowledge of German at Leaving Certificate
Honours Grade C level or higher, students in year 1 would be offered a foundation level
module of 10 credits. In year 2 students with prior knowledge of German at Leaving
Certificate Honours grade C level or higher would join modules 2 and 3 with those who have
successfully completed the foundation module in year 1. In year 3 module 4 would prepare
students for living and studying in a German speaking country.
To complete the full cohort of German modules students will be encouraged to spend
semester 2 of year 3 in a German speaking environment.
The assessment process for the German exchange would replicate that for the work placement
students, with a total of 30 credits awarded to students for the work placement module, 15 of
which would be allocated to the German language component of the module. The School of
Languages, Law and Social Sciences would be asked to assist in monitoring and reviewing
students’ proficiency in German to ensure that industry expectations in this regard are being
met.
A student who started as a beginner in first year would have 25 credits for German before the
period abroad. A student starting in second year with Leaving Cert level German would gain
15 credits before the period abroad. In addition to the criteria to be assessed in the work
placement module, the allocation of 15 credits for the language component would mean that
all students would attain a minimum of 30 German credits, thus making them eligible for the
award of BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics (with German).
There would be no major cost implications to the introduction of the language option, as the
College already employs a language lecturer who can offer modules in German at beginners’
and post-Leaving Certificate levels. If there is sufficient demand, other languages could be
introduced with the input of the School of Languages, Law and Social Sciences. In view of
the low set-up costs, class sizes would be in the region of 10-20 students and they could be
open to students from programmes across the College and to staff members.
Each module would require a class contact of 3 hours per week. Allowing access to students
from across a range of programmes may, however, provide timetabling challenges. If it is not
possible to free up hours in the normal daytime timetable, such as allowing longer lunch
breaks, a two hour class could take place in the evening or at two separate lunchtime hours,
with the third hour taking place online using the Webcourses facility. This would be
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supplemented by homework assignments and self-directed study. Examination would include
continuous assessment and involve all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and
writing, with a particular emphasis on oral skills.
Table 13 below provides an overview of the proposed modules and the level of proficiency in
German expected.
Year Module Code ECTS credits Level of proficiency
in German2
1 GERM1024 10 A1/A2
2 GERM2025 5 A2
2 GERM2026 5 A2/B1
3 GERM3010 5 B1
3 WKPL3006 15 B2
Table 13 Overview of German Language modules in proposed programme
3.5.3 Rationale for introducing these programmes
With little additional cost existing programmes could attract a new cohort of students who
would not normally consider this programme. The combination of language study and a
semester abroad would make graduates more employable. EU studies on the Erasmus
mobility programmes have shown an increase in the initial employability of graduates along
with a life-long positive effect on promotion prospects and an increased likelihood of
postgraduate study by participants. The programme would help to promote an international
focus within the College and, as this would be the first Quantity Surveying course of its kind
in Ireland, this would attract students from across the country who can envisage a professional
future for themselves in the international arena. The full suite of German module descriptors
are included in section 7.
3.5.4 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Exemptions
In recognition of prior learning (RPL), students may apply for an exemption from a maximum
of two modules in each of years 1, 2 or 3 of the full time programme. No exemptions will be
permitted in final year of the full time programme. Applications for exemptions from part
time students will also be considered on a case by case basis.
2 As described in the Common European Framework of Reference for Language of the Council of Europe,
available at http://www.coe.int/t/dg4/linguistic/Source/Framework_en.pdf
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DIT is committed to fully complying with the NQAI document: Principles and Operational
Guidelines for Recognition of Prior Learning in Further and Higher Education and Training,
June 2005.
The principles and guidelines in that document inform the policy and procedures for the
recognition of a student’s prior learning by the programme committee. The committee accepts
the principle that RPL is an academic activity and will only be performed by academic staff
competent in the process. External advice and advice from professional/regulatory bodies
may, however, be sought by the committee where it is deemed appropriate. The committee
will implement the current College of Engineering and Built Environment policy on the
granting of exemptions as follows:
Exemption decisions are made at School level. An exemption is granted if the following
people all approve and recommend the exemption:
Module Lecturer
Head of Department/Assistant Head of School
Head of School
Only in a case where agreement cannot be reached within a School will a case be submitted to
College Board.
Where exemption is granted from a module at the Award stage of a programme, the
calculation of the candidate’s marks contributing towards the grade of their award shall be
based on the marks gained in those modules which have actually been assessed.
3.5.5 Linkage to SCSI APC Competencies
The course curriculum is predominantly focused on candidates that opt for the Graudate 1
route of membership to the SCSI i.e. candidates who have completed a Royal Institution of
Chartered Surveyors (RICS)/Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI) accredited course
with limited (less pthan 5 years), or no prior relevant experience.
The course seeks to ensure that candidates for the Assessment of Professional Competence
(APC) reach required levels for each of the Competencies, namely:
Level 1 – knowledge and understanding.
Level 2 – application of knowledge and understanding.
Level 3 – reasoned advice and depth of technical knowledge.
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The competencies are in three distict categories, namely
Mandatory
Core
Optional
Mandatory Competencies
Level 3
Conduct rules, ethics and professional practice
Level 2
Client care
Communication and negotiation
Health and safety
Level 1
Accounting principles and procedures
Business planning
Conflict avoidance, management and dispute resolution procedures
Data management
Sustainability
Teamworking
Core Competencies
Level 3
Commercial management of construction or Design economics and cost planning
Contract practice
Construction technology and environmental services
Procurement and tendering
Project financial control and reporting
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Quantification and costing of construction work
Optional Competencies
Two competencies at level 2 from the list below
Capital allowances
Commercial management of construction or Design economics and cost planning
Contract administration
Corporate recovery and insolvency
Due diligence
Insurance
Programming and planning
Project evaluation
Risk management
Conflict avoidance, management and dispute resolution procedure or Sustainability
It is important to note that candidates who are seeking to apply for professional status and
who commence their Assessment of Professional Competence period of preparation, only
need to attain these levels on formal application for the APC final assessment. Every effort
has been made by the programme team to assist in preparing the students in attaining these
levels, by ensuring that good range of Mandatory, Core and Optional Competencies are
covered in the curriculum.
Tables 14, 15, 16 and 17 attempt to map the SCSI APC competencies against the programmes
modules in each of years on the full time programme.
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Construction Studies 1 CONS1039 L1
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Development/Integrated ProjectPRFD1000 L1
L1 = Knowledge and Understanding (Knowing)
L2 = Application (Doing)
L3 = Reasoned Advice (Advising)
Mandatory Competencies Core competencies Optional Competencies
Table 14 Mapping of Year 1 modules to SCSI APC Competencies
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Module Titles Mod
ule
Cod
e
Accou
nti
ng p
rin
cip
les a
nd
proc
Bu
sin
ess p
lan
nin
g
Cli
en
t care
Com
mu
nic
ati
on
an
d n
eg
Con
du
ct
ru
les, eth
ics a
nd
profe
ssio
nal
practi
ce
Con
flic
t A
void
an
ce, m
an
agem
en
t
an
d d
isp
ute
resolu
tion
proced
ures
Data
man
agem
en
t
Healt
h a
nd
safe
ty
Su
sta
inab
ilit
y
Team
work
ing
Com
mercia
l M
an
agem
en
t of
Con
str
ucti
on
Con
str
ucti
on
Tech
nolo
gy a
nd
En
vir
on
men
tal
Servic
es
Con
tract
Practi
ce
Desig
n e
con
s a
nd
cost
pla
nn
ing
Procu
rem
en
t an
d t
en
derin
g
Proje
ct
fin
con
trol
an
drep
orti
ng
Qu
an
tifi
cati
on
an
d c
osti
ng o
f
con
str
ucti
on
work
s
Con
tract
Ad
min
istr
ati
on
Corp
orate
rec &
in
soln
en
cy
Du
e d
ilig
en
ce
In
su
ran
ce
Program
min
g a
nd
pla
nn
ing
Proje
ct
evalu
ati
on
Ris
k m
an
agem
en
t
M001 M002 M003 M004 M005 M006 M007 T008 M009 M010 T010 T013 T017 T022 T062 T067 T074 T016 T020 T025 T045 T063 T066 T077
Construction Studies 2 CONS2044 L1 L1 L1
Measurement & Costing 2 CEST2000 L2 L2
Financial Management 2 FINM2000 L2
Construction Economics 2 ECON2022 L1
Construction Law 2 LAW2033 L1
Construction Management MGMT2040 L1 L1 L1 L1 L1 L1
Programming & Planning CONS2045 L1
Pre-Contract Practice CONS2046 L1 L1
Post-Contract Practice CONS2047 L1 L1
L1 = Knowledge and Understanding (Knowing)
L2 = Application (Doing)
L3 = Reasoned Advice (Advising)
Mandatory Competencies Core competencies Optional Competencies
Table 15 Mapping of Year 2 modules to SCSI APC Competencies
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Module Titles Mod
ule C
od
e
Accou
ntin
g p
rin
cip
les a
nd
proc
Bu
sin
ess p
lan
nin
g
Clien
t c
are
Com
mu
nication
an
d n
eg
Con
du
ct r
ules, eth
ics a
nd
profession
al p
ractice
Con
flict A
void
an
ce, m
an
agem
en
t
an
d d
isp
ute r
esolu
tion
proced
ures
Data m
an
agem
en
t
Health
an
d s
afety
Su
stain
ab
ility
Team
work
in
g
Com
mercial M
an
agem
en
t o
f
Con
stru
ction
Con
stru
ction
Tech
nology a
nd
En
viron
men
tal S
ervices
Con
tract P
ractice
Design
econ
s a
nd
cost p
lan
nin
g
Procu
rem
en
t a
nd
ten
derin
g
Project f
in
con
trol a
nd
rep
ortin
g
Qu
an
tification
an
d c
ostin
g o
f
con
stru
ction
work
s
Con
tract A
dm
in
istration
Corp
orate r
ec &
in
soln
en
cy
Du
e d
iligen
ce
In
su
ran
ce
Program
min
g a
nd
plan
nin
g
Project e
valu
ation
Risk
man
agem
en
t
M001 M002 M003 M004 M005 M006 M007 T008 M009 M010 T010 T013 T017 T022 T062 T067 T074 T016 T020 T025 T045 T063 T066 T077
Construction Studies 3 CONS3021 L2
Construction Economics 3 ECON3005 L2 L1
Financial Management 3 FINM3000 L2
Construction Law 3 LAW3029 L2
Contract Administration TBA L1 L1 L1 L2 L1 L1 L1 L1 L2 L1
Measuremnet & Costing 3A CONS3000
Measurement & Costing 3B CONS3001
Work Placement WKPL3005 L2 L1 L2 L2 L2 L2 L2 L2 L2
L1 = Knowledge and Understanding (Knowing)
L2 = Application (Doing)
L3 = Reasoned Advice (Advising)
Mandatory Competencies Core competencies Optional Competencies
Table 16 Mapping of Year 3 modules to SCSI APC Competencies
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Module Titles Mo
du
le C
od
e
Acco
un
tin
g p
rin
cip
les
an
d p
ro
c
Bu
sin
ess
pla
nn
ing
Cli
en
t ca
re
Co
mm
un
ica
tio
n a
nd
neg
Co
nd
uct
ru
les,
eth
ics
an
d
pro
fess
ion
al
pra
cti
ce
Co
nfl
ict
Av
oid
an
ce,
ma
na
gem
en
t
an
d
dis
pu
te r
eso
luti
on
pro
ced
ures
Da
ta m
an
ag
em
en
t
Hea
lth
an
d s
afe
ty
Su
sta
ina
bil
ity
Tea
mw
ork
ing
Co
mm
ercia
l M
an
ag
em
en
t o
f
Co
nst
ru
cti
on
Co
nst
ru
cti
on
Tech
no
log
y a
nd
En
vir
on
men
tal
Serv
ices
Co
ntr
act
Pra
cti
ce
Desi
gn
eco
ns
an
d c
ost
pla
nn
ing
Pro
cu
rem
en
t a
nd
ten
derin
g
Pro
ject
fin
co
ntr
ol
an
drep
orti
ng
Qu
an
tifi
ca
tio
n a
nd
co
stin
g o
f
co
nst
ru
cti
on
wo
rk
s
Co
ntr
act
Ad
min
istr
ati
on
Co
rp
ora
te r
ec &
in
soln
en
cy
Du
e d
ilig
en
ce
Insu
ra
nce
Pro
gra
mm
ing
an
d p
lan
nin
g
Pro
ject
ev
alu
ati
on
Ris
k m
an
ag
em
en
t
M001 M002 M003 M004 M005 M006 M007 T008 M009 M010 T010 T013 T017 T022 T062 T067 T074 T016 T020 T025 T045 T063 T066 T077
Commercial Management COFI4000 L2
Construction Economics 4 ECON4003 L2
Measurement & Costing 4 CEST4000 L2 L2
Development Project CONS3022 L2 L2 L3 L3 L3 L3 L3
Strategic Management & Ethics
(Optional)STMG4011 L2 L2
Conflict Avoidance and Dispute
Resolution (Optional)COMM4000 L2
Project Management (Optional) PRJM4000 L2 L2 L2 L2 L2Coprorate Property Asset
Management (Optional)MTAM4000 L2
L2 L2
Dissertation or Company Project DISS4007
L1 = Knowledge and Understanding (Knowing)
L2 = Application (Doing)
L3 = Reasoned Advice (Advising)
Mandatory Competencies Core competencies Optional Competencies
Note: For the purpose of this exercise the competencies attained in the Dissertation or Company Project have not been presented.
Table 17 Mapping of Year 4 modules to SCSI APC Competencies
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3.6 Placement in the Workplace (Full-Time Programme)
The most significant change to the programme is the recent inclusion of a full semester of
work placement in year 3. This module covers the industrial placement element of the
programme and is designed to ensure transfer of classroom learning to the work place while
developing further skills and competence through work as a practitioner in the field of
construction. The overall aim of the module is to provide the student with industry experience
and to consolidate the theoretical content from the modules covered on the programme for
students who wish to develop the skills, knowledge and competence required to perform as
professionals in quantity surveying roles in the construction industry.
A Work Placement student handbook will be made available to all students on the
commencement of their industrial experience.
3.7 Work Based Learning (Part-Time Progamme)
3.7.1 Preparing Students
A specific Work Based Learning module descriptor has been developed for each year of the
DT8155 programme and is included in Section 8. Students will receive a briefing on the Work
Based learning component of assessment by the programme chair early in Semester 1 of the
academic year.
3.7.2 Supporting Students
All students will be allocated a tutor who will arrange to visit them in their work place once a
semester. They will also mentor the students in regard to preparing their interim submissions
and their end of year presentation to their peers.
3.7.3 Assessing Students
Students will be assessed on a pass/fail basis for the Work Based Learning. Specific
guidelines will be given to the students in a detailed Work based Learning Student Handbook.
3.7.4 Employer Agreements
A Memorandum of Agreement has been developed by the School (based on HEAD REAP
Initiative) which is intended to be signed by the sponsoring employer representative. This
agreement will include clear communication protocols, responsibilities and details of how the
student/employee will be monitored. It will also include how the school plans to address
issues related to changes in the student’s employment status.
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3.8 Staff teaching on the programme
Table 18 contains a list of staff involved with the programme, an outline of their role and
contact details.
Name Role Module Area Contact
Myles Keaveney Lecturer
Construction Studies,
Construction Management,
Professional Development,
Programming & Planning
Charles Mitchell
Lecturer Measurement and costing,
Construction Law, Conflict
Avoidance and Dispute
Resolution Management
Kevin O’Reilly Lecturer Financial Management,
Information Technology [email protected]
Thomas Power Lecturer Economics [email protected]
Padraic Hueston Lecturer Quantitative Methods [email protected]
Fiacra McDonnell Lecturer Measurement and Costing,
Commercial Management [email protected]
Roisin Murphy
Lecturer Construction Economics,
Strategic Management &
Ethics
Tony Cunningham Lecturer Measurement and Costing,
Contract Practice [email protected]
Sean McCarthy Lecturer Construction Technology [email protected]
Michael J Gleeson Lecturer Building Services [email protected]
Ruairi Hayden Lecturer Construction law [email protected]
Richard O’Carroll
Lecturer Construction Administration
and Management,
Development Project,
Measurement and Costing
Nicholas Ingle
Lecturer Construction Administration
and Management,
Development Project, Project
Management
Dermot Kehily
Lecturer Measurement and Costing,
Applied Cost and Value
Management
Declan McKeown Lecturer Corporate Property Asset
Management [email protected]
Suzanne
O’Shaughnessy
Lecturer German Susan.oshaughnessy@dit
.ie
Table 18 Staff teaching on the BSc in Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics
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4. Assessment and Feedback
The purpose of the various assessments of the programme is to contribute to the students’
learning and to demonstrate that they have fulfilled the objectives of the programme and
achieved the standard required for level 8 award classification. Assessment requirements are
related to the programme learning outcomes.
Details pertaining to the assessment of each module are provided in the relevant module
descriptors and are summarised in Tables 4 to 12. A combination of assessment methods is
used, including written examinations, continuous assessment, written assignments and project
and problem-based learning. The minimum pass mark for all forms of the assessment is 40%
of the maximum marks available.
Students will be assessed at the end of each semester in accordance with the general
assessment regulations of DIT as are currently in force3. The assessment process comprises
two main elements
formative assessment
summative assessment
In the case of summative assessment a standard two-hour written examination is the norm.
The formative assessment includes feedback that is given to the students regarding their
performance in coursework. Such formative assessment may be individual or group based.
Peer and self-assessment are also included where appropriate.
4.1 Coursework Assessment and Feedback
In keeping with the terms of the DIT Student Charter4, students will be provided with a
schedule of assignments for each module within two weeks of starting work on that module.
Details of an assignment will be provided at least four weeks before it is due to be handed in.
Such detail will clearly state the criteria which will be used for assessment and the level of
detail of feedback to be expected. The formative nature of this mode of assessment will be
3 DIT General Assessment Regulations 2009 (Revised June 2012).
Available at http://www.dit.ie/qualityassuranceandacademicprogrammerecords/student-assessment-
regulations/general/ 4 DIT STUDENT CHARTER as adopted by DIT Governing Body on 8th December 2004
http://dit.ie/media/campuslife/olddocuments/DITStudentCharter.pdf
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realised through formal feedback sessions whereby strengths and weaknesses of the
coursework can be explored.
Students can expect the return of marked assignment with feedback from the examiner within
four weeks, unless there is a good reason for this not to be possible.
Where the grade first awarded is less than the minimum pass grade of 40%, the student will
be given the opportunity of resubmitting the work for reassessment. A maximum grade of
40% is available for resubmitted coursework. The original coursework and assessment sheet
must be returned with the resubmitted coursework.
4.2 Compensation and Thresholds
Where a module is assessed both by coursework and written examination, compensation is
possible unless explicitly prohibited in the module descriptor. Where compensation are
applied this is explicitly stated in the module descriptor.
4.3 Calculation of Degree Classification
Tables 4 to 12 inclusive outline the breakdown of the marks on which the degree
classification is calculated for the programme.
4.3.1 Full-Time Students
The following is a summary of how the classification of the degree will be calculated for the
full-time programme.
100 % of Year Three Semester 1 marks
100% of Year Four marks
The total overall marks from which a classification will be calculated will be EX 1800 marks.
Where a student is admitted directly to Year Three of the full-time programme and has been
granted some exemptions within that Year the marks on which their degree classification is
made are as follows:
100% of the marks obtained in those modules in Year Three that the student is
required to take (Examination and Coursework), ignoring those modules in which
exemption has been granted.
100% of Year Four marks.
The total overall marks from which a classification will be calculated will be EX 1800 marks.
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4.3.2 Part-Time Students
The following is a summary of how the classification of the degree will be calculated for the
full-time programme.
100 % of Year Four marks.
100% of Year Five marks.
The total overall marks from which a classification will be calculated will be EX 1800 marks.
Where a student is admitted directly to Year four of the part-time programme and has been
granted some exemptions within that Year the marks on which their degree classification is
made are as follows:
100% of the marks obtained in those modules in Year four that the student is required
to take (Examination and Coursework), ignoring those modules in which exemption
has been granted.
100% of Year Five marks
The total overall marks from which a classification will be calculated will be EX 1800 marks
4.3.3 Where German Optional Modules are taken
In order to exit the course with a BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Construction
Economics (with German) students will have to have a completed a minimum of 30 credit of
German (see pages 33 and 34). Where full-time students have successfully completed the 30
credits of German they will not be required to complete the optional modules in the final year.
The following is a summary of how the classification of the degree will be calculated for the
full-time students who successfully complete the suite of German modules.
100 % of Year Three Semester 1 marks
100% of Year Four marks (with the exception of the optional modules)
The total overall marks from which a classification will be calculated will be EX 1800 marks.
4.4 Special Assessment Regulations
When a course unit is assessed both by written examination and coursework, it may not be
possible to compensate marks between course work and written examination. Details of any
requirement to pass both coursework and written examination are clearly identified in the
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Module Descriptor for the relevant module. In such circumstances, where the minimum pass
threshold is not achieved, the student will have the opportunity to re-submit the failed element
of coursework for re-assessment within a specified time frame, for which the maximum
available mark will be 40%.
4.5 Mark Allocation - Written Examination & Project
Where assessment in a particular unit involves both written examination and project(s) work,
the mark allocation for the latter will be based on a realistic measure of the academic standard
and workload involved. This information will be conveyed to the student in the general
handbook on programme information and also on the brief for each piece of project work.
4.6 Project Submission and Penalties for Lateness
The following penalties for late submission of coursework are based on % of the awarded
grade
1 day: less 10%
2 days: less 20 %
3 days: less 30%
More than 3 days: maximum grade 40 %
More than 1 week: non-submission recorded
4.7 Submission Guidelines for assessments
Guidelines for writing academic assignments and avoiding plagiarism are available for
students to download from the DIT website.
4.8 Assessment Criteria
In order to assign marks to student work, whether written examination answers or submitted
coursework, staff will normally apply the criteria set out in Table 19. The evaluation of the
work is based on the following indicative criteria:
Overall Standard of Content
Method
Knowledge and understanding
Evidence of Reading
References and Bibliography
Presentation, Grammar, Spelling and Proofing
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Classification Grade%
Overall
Standard of
Content
Method Knowledge and
understanding
Evidence of
Reading
References and
Bibliography
Presentation,
Grammar,
Spelling and
Proofing
1 85-100
Critical,
insightful &
reflective
evaluation and
synthesis of the
material
Method -
exceptionally
focused.
Appropriate to
aims and
objectives
Exceptional
knowledge and in-
depth
understanding of
principles and
concepts
Extensive
evidence of
reading and
assimilating
information
from
appropriate
sources
Outstanding
referencing and
bibliography
Outstanding –
proof-read
presentation.
Logically
structured report
using correct
grammar, spelling
and stylishly
written.
1 70-84
Critical,
insightful &
reflective
evaluation and
synthesis of the
material
Excellent
method -
appropriate to
aims and
objectives
Excellent
knowledge and in-
depth
understanding of
principles and
concepts
Evidence of
extensive
reading and
assimilating
information
from
appropriate
sources
Excellent
referencing and
bibliography
Excellent – proof-
read presentation.
Logically
structured report
using correct
grammar, spelling
and stylishly
written
2.1 60-69
Critical
evaluation and
synthesis of the
material
Good method -
appropriate to
aims and
objectives.
Comprehensive
knowledge and
understanding of
principles and
concepts
Evidence of
reading from a
range of
appropriate
sources
Comprehensive
referencing and
bibliography
(with few
omissions)
Good quality,
proof-read
presentation. Well
structured report
with correct
grammar and
spelling.
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2.2 50-59
Accurate, but
limited critical
evaluation and
synthesis of
main issues
Basic Method
– a little
limited and
poorly focused.
Adequate
knowledge and
understanding of
principles and
concepts
Limited
evidence of
reading from a
range of
sources
Acceptable
referencing and
bibliography
(with obvious
omissions)
Good quality
presentation.
Style and structure
a little limited.
Some errors in
grammar and
spelling.
Pass 40-49
Limited
evaluation of
main issues.
Minimal
examination of
subject matter.
Weak method -
very limited
and
unfocussed.
Basic knowledge
and limited
understanding of
key principles and
concepts
Somewhat
limited
evidence of
reading.
Limited
referencing and
bibliography
Minimum effort in
presentation.
Poor grammatical
style and structure.
Limited proofing.
Fail 30-39
Poorly defined.
Omission of
some relevant
subject matter
Ill defined
method which
lacked clarity
and focus
Inadequate
knowledge and
poor
understanding of
key principles and
concepts
Minimal
evidence of
reading.
Inadequate
referencing and
bibliography
Presentation
unacceptable.
Gross errors in
presentation style
and structure. No
evidence of proof-
reading.
Fail 0-29
Unfocussed,
omitted
relevant
material and
largely
irrelevant to
objective
Confused
method which
lacked clarity
and focus
Insufficient
evidence of
knowledge of key
principles and
concepts
Minimal or no
evidence of
basic reading.
Inadequate or no
referencing and
bibliography
present
Gross errors in
presentation style
and structure.
Unacceptable
standard of writing
or command of
language
Table 19 Assessment Criteria (Indicative only)
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4.9 Options for Reviewing Assessment Results
Students who wish to view their examination performance in any assessment or examination
should contact the School within ten working days of the first release of results. The Head of
School or nominee will arrange to produce the assessed work, where possible, and
demonstrate to the candidate the basis on which the marks were awarded.
A number of options are available to a student who wishes to have his/her assessment result
reviewed, namely re-check, re-mark and appeal options. The procedures for availing of these
options are set out in the currently applying DIT General Assessment regulations. Relevant
forms can be accessed at
http://www.dit.ie/examinations/kevinstreet/pc1formsrechecksremarksappeals/
4.10 Quality Assurance and Programme Management
The programme complies with DIT regulations and the quality assurance requirements, as
described in the DIT Handbook for Academic Quality Enhancement5 and the General
Assessment Regulations. The quality assurance procedures implemented in the management
of the programme ensure these regulations and requirements are followed effectively and
efficiently. These procedures are supported by the Head of Learning Development in the
College of Engineering and the Built Environment who works closely with the DIT Quality
Assurance Office.
4.11 Programme management
The Programme Team and Programme Committee are responsible, in conjunction with the
Head of School, for developing and assisting in the operation of the programme.
Responsibility for the delivery and maintenance of modules lies within the College of
Engineering and the Built Environment, and the School of Surveying and Construction, on the
recommendation of the Programme Committee.
An annual programme monitoring review is undertaken by the Programme Committee and the
review document is a very effective means of identifying issues and actions to be taken to
5 DIT Handbook for Academic Quality Enhancement (revised 2010)
http://www.dit.ie/qualityassuranceandacademicprogrammerecords/quality/handbook/
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improve the programme. Summative assessments are managed by the College Examinations
Office, together with Examination Module and Progression Boards.
4.12 Programme Team and Committee
The Programme Team/Committee is in effect a sub-committee of the College Board and is
assigned the following academic responsibilities, within the framework of the regulations laid
down by Academic Council:
1. advising the School Executive/Forum and through them the College Board, and as
appropriate, through it, Academic Council, on matters relating to a proposed or
existing programme having regard to section 11(3) of the DIT Act (1992);
2. developing programme proposals after they have received outline planning approval
from the College Board;
3. assisting in processing such proposals through the appropriate Validation Panel with a
view to securing approval of the programme from the Academic Quality Assurance
Committee;
4. following approval by Academic Quality Assurance Committee, and where
appropriate, preparing further documentation in relation to the programme or
programme modules as required, before it is submitted to an external accrediting
body;
5. following appropriate internal (and if necessary, external) approval, monitoring the
implementation of the programme and regularly reporting on these matters to the
School Forum and College Board;
6. incorporating approved modifications in the Programme Document after annual
monitoring;
7. carrying out the critical self-study of the programme and the preparation of revised
documentation and other tasks in relation to five-yearly programme reviews;
8. contributing to the process of School Review;
9. carrying out such other functions as are considered appropriate, subject to the approval
of the School Forum and College Board.
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10. ensuring that there is student representation on the Programme Committee in
accordance with the membership listed below.
The Chairperson is responsible for reporting the decisions and views of the Programme
Team/Committee to the School and College Board and for transmitting the relevant decisions
and views of the Board to the Programme Team/Committee.
Membership of the Programme Team comprises an Assistant Head of School, the Heads of
School involved with the programme (or their nominees) and all members of staff teaching on
the programme.
Membership of the Programme Committee comprises an Assistant Head of School, the Heads
of School involved with the programme, up to ten nominated members drawn from the
membership of the Programme Team, one student from each year of the programme (elected
student representatives) and a number of co-opted members if deemed appropriate by the
committee. Where appropriate the relevant Heads of Learning Development will be included
in the membership. One member of the academic staff will have been appointed as Academic
Coordinator for each Stage of the programme and will liaise closely with the student
representative on academic matters.
The Chairperson of the Programme Team, who also serves as Chairperson of the Programme
Committee, is normally an Assistant Head of School or another member of staff nominated by
the Head of School. With the agreement of the Head of School, the Chairperson may be
another member of staff nominated by the Programme Committee.
The Programme Team meets at least once each year. The Programme Committee meets at
least once each semester and at such other times as required. Minutes are recorded and made
available in the Office of the Head of School.
4.13 Module, Progression and Award Boards
The purpose of the Module Board is to review the preliminary marks awarded to each student
whose performance in the module has been assessed and to agree a recorded mark for each
student. In addition, in the case of a failure by a student to achieve a pass in any module, the
Board will agree and specify any re-assessment that might be required.
The Module Board comprises the College Director (or nominee) who acts as Chairperson;
Head of School; academic staff assigned the responsibility for the assessment of all
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components involved in the module; External examiner where necessary; College
Administrator (or nominee) who acts as Recording Secretary.
The purpose of the Progression and Award Board is to review the overall performance of each
student and to make a decision on progression between the stages of the programme of study.
It is also the purpose of the Board to consider the performance of candidates for awards to
determine whether an award will be made and the classification of such an award.
The Progression and Award Board comprises the Director of the College (or nominee), who
acts as the Chairperson; Head of School; Internal Examiners; External Examiners; College
Administrator (or nominee) who acts as Recording Secretary.
4.14 Programme quality assurance and enhancement procedures
To provide regular academic quality assurance and foster improvements in the programme, an
annual monitoring report (Q5) on the functioning of the programme in the previous academic
year is prepared by the Programme Committee. Feedback through the Q5 process is
summarised under the following subheadings:
Course Delivery and Course Development – Student Feedback
Course Delivery and Course Development – Staff Feedback
Course Delivery and Course Development – External Examiner Feedback
Course Resourcing and Ancillary Facilities
Each student is requested to evaluate programme modules through the completion of a
Student Feedback form (Q6a). The lecturer responsible for that module then summarises this
feedback and completes the Q6b form, which is submitted to the Programme Committee. The
College Quality Action Plan is based on the issues identified in the Annual Quality
Monitoring Q5 forms received from the Schools in November and December in each
academic year. The Q5 forms include external examiner reports, staff and student feedback
and assessment statistics.
In order to ensure that modules taught within the programme remain relevant, modules can be
amended/created and approved on a regular basis within specific timeframes. Procedures have
been developed in the Institute to facilitate the approval of new and amended modules in
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order to ensure that the administrative systems that facilitate the implementation of the
programme accurately reflect the content of the modules.
5. Guidance to students and Student Support Services
“DIT will develop an enhanced student experience for all students, underpinned by
curriculum design and appropriate support services. The latter will be delivered through a
more integrated student services function”.6 The purpose of this handbook is to ensure that
students know what, when and how they will learn and be assessed on each specific part of
the programme with an opportunity to provide timely feedback on programme content and
delivery. Library, ICT, social and specialist resources provide environments for individual
and group work that form integral parts of the programme, while administrative services and
supports are of a quality to facilitate students in fully participating in the programme.
In addition, an extensive number of guidance documents are available to the student to help
him/her in writing academic assignments, correct referencing of literature and poster
presentation as examples.
5.1 Writing Academic Assignments and Poster Preparation
The DIT Learning, Teaching & Technology Centre’s (LTTC) Academic Writing pack7 is
recommended and includes two sections. Section 1 deals with the process of writing
assignments for postgraduate programmes, while Section 2 details the American
Psychological Association (APA) referencing style required for this programmes.
The LTTC’s Designing a Poster pages include a guide and ten steps to good poster design8.
5.2 Obtaining Unfair Academic Advantage - Cheating at Assessments
All assessments are intended to determine the skills, abilities, understanding and knowledge
of each of the individual students undertaking the assessment. Cheating is defined as
obtaining an unfair academic advantage and any student found using any form of cheating,
6 Dublin Institute of Technology, Strategic Plan 2011-2014
http://www.dit.ie/media/aboutdit/documents/StrategicPlan20112014forpublicationonWebSite.pdf 7 http://www.dit.ie/lttc/media/ditlttc/documents/Microsoft%20Word%20-%20AcademicWritingReferencing.pdf 8 http://www.dit.ie/lttc/resources/lttcresourcepacks/designingaposter/
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attempting to cheat or assisting someone else to cheat may be subject to disciplinary action in
accordance with the Institute's Disciplinary Procedure.
Plagiarism and other forms of cheating, represent breaches of academic values, academic
conventions and codes of practice. If a student is having difficulty with his/her work it is
important to seek help from the relevant tutor rather than be tempted to use unfair means to
gain marks. Students should not risk losing their degree and all the work done to date.
The Institute’s regulations9 define a number of different forms of cheating:
submitting other people's work as your own - either with or without their knowledge.
This includes copying in examinations; using notes or unauthorised materials in
examinations;
impersonation - taking an assessment on behalf of or pretending to be another student,
or allowing another person to take an assessment on your behalf or pretend to be you;
plagiarism - taking or using another person's thoughts, writings or inventions as your
own. To avoid plagiarism you must make sure that quotations from whatever source
must be clearly identified and attributed at the point where they occur in the text of
your work by using one of the standard conventions for referencing.
5.3 How to avoid plagiarism
Plagiarism can be either an intentional act whereby work is deliberately utilised and claimed
as one’s own, or it can occur unintentionally either through bad academic practice by the
student or failure to become informed about the Institute’s regulations. Plagiarism is not
confined to written assignments, projects or theses; it incorporates all academic work,
including practical workshops, demonstrations, three dimensional work and artistic practice.
The best way to avoid plagiarism is to become informed. Students should request information
from their lecturer, examine programme writing style guides and conventions, access
programme documents and consult the Institute’s General Assessment Regulations. Be clear
about the particular referencing system of the discipline concerned, while noting that with
modularisation students may study modules in different disciplines. Therefore, be sure of the
correct referencing procedure appropriate to the discipline studied. Above all, clearly
9 DIT General Assessment Regulations 2009 (revised 2012).
Available at: http://www.dit.ie/qualityassuranceandacademicprogrammerecords/student-assessment-
regulations/general/
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acknowledge all sources of information accessed during the work. The Institute’s Library
Services have several useful texts on plagiarism which are both accessible and informative,
and they are a good guide to referencing. Library staff provide Information Literacy sessions
that include guidance on referencing and plagiarism.
Students may be asked to sign a declaration on all written assignments/theses submitted to
verify that the work is not plagiarised. If such a declaration is not signed, however, students
will still be subject to the regulations governing plagiarism.
5.4 DIT Library and Information Services
Each of the main DIT centres has a site library. The Library Central Services Unit in DIT
Rathmines Road coordinates the library service. Readers may avail of the services, borrow
books or access electronic resources in any, or all, of the site libraries. Total collections across
the DIT presently comprise more than 250,000 volumes, 20,000 journal titles in electronic
and hard copy formats and over 80 databases covering our main subject fields.
All the libraries share a fully integrated library management system called Millennium.
Readers may query the library database or use the electronic resources (e-journals, databases,
full-text data sources, e-book collections, standards, exam papers and internet links) through
the Web Opac (library catalogue) in any site library, across the wider DIT campus or from
anywhere outside DIT using their ID number and PIN.
Readers may also manage their accounts, record their reading history, access the institute’s
VLE module webcourses.dit.ie, contact library staff and sites, recommend items for purchase,
make helpful suggestions and partake in web surveys through the Web Opac. Wireless access
to library resources is available across most sites.
A significant built environment collection (architecture, building, planning, property studies,
urbanism, civil and building services engineering, geomatics, construction management and
law) is housed in Bolton Street while collections in the areas of art and design and business
studies and management are at Mountjoy Square and Aungier Street respectively. DIT Bolton
Street Library has 420 reader places, contains approximately 35,000 items and receives 500
current journals. It opens sixty-seven hours per week. Our holdings also contain a range of
material pertaining to engineering, computing and environmental studies.
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5.4.1 DIT Library electronic information and resources
Electronic information resources in Bolton Street Library are accessed via the Web. A wide
range of subject specific resources are arranged through subject gateways on the Web Opac
and linked to the DIT homepage. On offer, grouped under architecture, construction and
planning are databases, British Standards, electronic resources, Internet search engines,
gateways, directories and the catalogues of other academic institutions.
Databases, electronic journals and other commercial electronic information resources, many
featuring full-text documentation, illustrations, images and sound are provided to support
learning and teaching in our core disciplines. The library service currently provides almost
ninety databases and other electronic information services via the Web.
5.4.2 DIT Library research
Inter-library-loan services, document supply and access to other libraries can be arranged
through the library. DIT participates in the ALCID co-operative access scheme, permitting
postgraduate degree student’s access without formality to the libraries of other Irish academic
institutions on production of their card. DIT is a member of the SCONUL Access scheme
permitting staff and research postgraduates to register and borrow from the libraries of other
participating institutions in Ireland and the UK.
5.5 Mathematics Learning Centre
The DIT Maths Learning Centre is a support providing additional help for students with all
types and levels of maths. Students are advised of and encouraged by school staff members to
avail of this resource should the need arise. The centre addresses any problems the student
may have with maths or statistics in their particular programme, providing drop-in sessions
during which the student can receive free one-to-one tuition in any area of maths that may be
difficult. No appointment is necessary, but the students lecture notes are required.
Students seeking maths support also have access to the online information including revision
notes, self-tests, interesting articles and useful links, as well as the time-table for the drop-in
sessions.
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5.6 International Student Office
The DIT International Student Office provides information, advice and assistance to all
international non-EU Students from the time of their initial enquiry and on an ongoing basis
throughout their studies in DIT. The International Student Office is also responsible for co-
ordinating the Erasmus programme at DIT. The programme allows DIT students to spend a
semester or year at a partner institution in the European Union.
5.7 Student Retention Office
The Student Retention Office is charged with monitoring student withdrawal, drop out and
success rates. A critical issue in student retention is student induction, and ensuring that
incoming students are given all necessary information and support as they make the journey
from second to third level education, frequently in parallel to moving from home to
independent living.
The College of Engineering and Built Environment runs a comprehensive induction
programme for all incoming students, starting with the students’ arrival in September, and on-
going over the course of first semester through individual inputs by personnel from the
various support services.
5.8 Academic Writing Centre
The Academic Writing Centre was established by DIT to assist students become competent
writers in an academic environment.
Tutors at the Academic Writing Centre are specially trained to provide advice and guidance to
help equip students with the necessary skills to be able to manage and complete all forms of
written academic work from planning a piece of work, improving their writing style to the
final editing of a document.
Students can book one to one sessions with our tutors, attend theme specific workshop or
download online resources. For more information see http://dit.ie/awc/
5.9 Campus Life
The DIT Campus Life group was created in 2006 and includes a wide range of services that
have been developed to support the students of DIT. These include:
Campus Life Office
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Careers Service
Chaplaincy Service
Counselling Service
Disability Service
Health Centres
Societies Office
Sports Unit
Student Sport, Recreation and Support Office, which also provides Accommodation
Service and Student Financial Aid.
For details see http://www.dit.ie/campuslife/campuslifeoffice/
5.9.1 Campus Life Office
The main function of the office is to provide a seamless unit of integrated student support
services that ensure that each and every DIT student receives the support they need to achieve
an excellent student experience.
5.10 Careers Service
The DIT Careers Service provides a professional, friendly and proactive service to meet the
needs of students, graduates, employers and academic colleagues. It focuses on facilitating
and empowering students to manage their own lifelong learning and strategic career
development.
As a service it is committed to providing the highest standard of careers guidance and
information to enable DIT students, graduates and, when appropriate, staff to make and
implement informed career decisions. In doing so it supports the institute in providing
opportunities for its students and graduates to develop skills and attributes required by
employers.
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In this programme, the expertise of the Careers Service will be adopted in modules where
group projects and PBL learning techniques are employed, particularly when assigning and
evaluating team roles.
5.11 Chaplaincy Service
The DIT Chaplaincy is a professional and ecumenical service staffed by men and women
from different Christian traditions. The Chaplaincy offers a welcome to all the students and
staff of the Institute with the aim of providing support and care for the personal, social and
spiritual lives of students and staff and contributing to a sense of community in the DIT. The
Chaplaincy offers a full-time confidential service with a Chaplain available in almost all DIT
centres.
5.12 Student Counselling Service
The DIT student counselling service is available to all DIT students. It is a free and
confidential service, providing a safe place where the student can come and talk about any
issue or difficulty that may be troubling them. There is a team of counselling psychologists
operating in four of the main sites, who are available by appointment or by phone. The service
offers a variety of other services including learning skills services, assessment services and
special skills training courses.
5.13 Disability Services
The Disability Service is committed to helping students with disabilities achieve their
academic goals. Support is provided for students with a physical, sensory or learning
disability, medical or mental health condition that interferes with the student learning.
Working closely with academic staff, tutors, administrators and other support services, there
is a wide range of supports available to meet the needs of students with disabilities. The level
of support required will differ between students, and students with similar disabilities, as each
student brings with them their own experience.
Disability support typically include specialist tuition, proof reading, electronic note taking,
academic / personal assistance, photocopying and specialist equipment.
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5.14 DIT Health Services
The student health centres are served be a team of doctors and nurses providing health care
for the body and the mind. While the service is available to all full-time DIT students and
apprentices, it does not replace the student family doctor.
5.15 DIT Societies Office
As DIT is committed to providing the best student experience possible, the DIT Societies
Office, with the support of the DIT Cultural and Social Committee, endeavours to promote
and provide a diverse range of student societies and activities, to cater for all tastes and
interests.
5.16 DIT Sports and Recreation Services
The DIT Sports and Recreation Service provides sports services and programmes exposing
students to a variety of sporting opportunities. There are three natural grass pitches at
Grangegorman, which accommodate the DIT GAA, Soccer and Rugby Club activities with
sports facilities supervised by qualified professional staff.
The DIT Student Sport, Recreation and Support Office administer a wide range of vital
student services across DIT, overseeing the distribution and expenditure of the Student Sports,
Recreation and Support Services fund. This fund arises from the student registration fee and is
used to finance registration and examination fees, student welfare, clubs and societies and the
Students’ Union. Services include the Student Accommodation Service, the Personal
Accident Insurance Scheme, the DIT Student Assistance / Access Fund, the Child Care
Support Fund, and the DIT Development Fund.
5.16.1 DIT Students Union (DITSU)
The DIT Students’ Union (DITSU) is the largest Students’ Union in the country and is the
representative body for all students of the Institute. All students who pay a capitation fee (full-
time, part time, day / block release, postgraduate, apprentice and ERASMUS) become
members of the Students’ Union upon registration at the Institute. DIT Students’ Union is
affiliated to USI (Union of Students in Ireland), which is the national representative body for
students. The work of the Union and the agenda of its Elected Officers are monitored by SU
Governing Council. Governing Council is the executive body of the DIT Students’ Union and
it is where students discuss, debate and decide what activities the SU becomes involved in,
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what campaigns it runs, what policies its holds. The Governing Council meets every 3/4
weeks. Full minutes of all meetings can be found on the DITSU website.
6. Further opportunities
6.1 Professional Recognition
In 1966, the course which had been on offer to prepare students for the external examinations
of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Quantity Surveying Division was
revised and extended to become the four year full-time Diploma Programme in Construction
Economics.
This new course was given official recognition by the RICS in 1968, whereby Diploma
holders were exempted from all the RICS examinations except two papers in the Final
Examination. This exemption was extended by the RICS in 1972 to include all their
examinations. Diploma holders were required only to pass a Test of Professional Competence
before attaining corporate professional membership of that Institution. From 1974, graduates
of the Diploma in Construction Economics were also eligible for the award of the honours
degree B.Sc. (Surveying) from the University of Dublin.
In 1978, at the request of the RICS, the part-time Diploma Course in Construction Economics
was introduced.This course, spread over six years of part-time study, was identical to the full-
time course in entrance standards, syllabus content and assessment/examination.
In 1984, agreement was reached with the University of Dublin, whereby B.Sc. (Surveying)
degrees became available to those students who successfully completed the part-time course.
This was regarded as a significant achievement as it was the first of such courses offered by
DIT leading to a professional diploma and a degree award.
The course was reviewed by the RICS in 1984, 1985, and 1988, and by the Society of
Chartered Surveyors, in succession to the RICS, in 1992, 2000 and 2005. It was also reviewed
by the University of Dublin in 1990 and 1997 in conjunction with DIT’s Academic Council.
The RICS/SCS recognition and University degree status were continued on each occasion.
In 1997, DIT was granted its own degree awarding powers by Act of the Oireachtas and the
University of Dublin degree award was progressively phased out.The cohort of CEMD
students graduating in June 2002 were the first eligible for the award of the DIT B.Sc.
(Surveying) degree rather than that of the University of Dublin.
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In more recent years the DIT has been successful in securing accreditation for this programme
from the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland through a partnership arrangement, which
necessitates an annual visit to the College.
Presently this programme is fully accredited by the following professional institutions.
Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland
Chartered Institute of Civil Engineering Surveyors
6.2 Progression Opportunities within DIT
The School is committed to providing an educational ‘ladder of opportunity’ to all its
students. Graduates of this programme will be eligible to progress to other postgraduate
programmes, both related and unrelated to the geospatial information domains, in DIT and in
other educational institutions in Ireland, the UK, the EU and elsewhere.
The Institute offers a number of further learning opportunities through research at M.Phil and
PhD level and the student is advised to refer to DIT's Postgraduate office at
http://www.dit.ie/postgrad/ for further detail.
A particular ladder of opportunity for our DT111/DT155 graduates is our DT164 MSc in
Applied Construction Cost Management. The primary aim of the this programme is to provide
students with specialised education in certain specific areas of quantity surveying to enhance
their knowledge and skills in cost management of development and construction projects,
with particular emphasis on mechanical & electrical and civil engineering works. For specific
details on the programme see
http://www.dit.ie/postgrad/programmes/dt164mscinappliedconstructioncostmanagement/
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7. Detailed Module Descriptors
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Module
Code
Pre-requisite
Module
codes
Co-
Requisite
Modules
code(s)
ISCED
Code
Subject
Code
ECTS
Credits
NFQ Level
(CPD)#
CONS1039 10
Module
Title
Construction Studies 1
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module introduces the student to the area of domestic construction technology, and to
the range of principles and functional/performance requirements of constructional elements.
It examines in detail the practical means of achieving those requirements in the context of
low-rise domestic construction. The module examines the main Building Regulations and
their associated Technical Guidance Documents governing house building in Ireland. The
module provides the student with a sound grasp of the basic science and technology required
to understand the construction process.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Analyse principles of construction, particularly in the context of the external envelope,
building fabric, finishes and services in domestic construction.
2 Identify the symptoms of common defects in domestic buildings, provide a reasoned
opinion of the likely causes of the defects and specify the available remedial
measures which may be used.
3 Analyse how sustainability is influencing the design and construction of buildings.
4 Construct and work with drawings as a medium of communication.
5 Communicate technical information graphically.
6 Interpret construction drawings and illustrations including standard details in
domestic construction.
7 Specify and list the detailed techniques and/or materials commonly used in domestic
construction.
Indicative Syllabus:
Graphics and Drawing
Building Regulations and Technical Guidance Documentation
Functions of Domestic Building
Preparing to Build
Soils and Site Investigations
Reading Drawings
Construction Materials
Foundations
External walls
Floors
Roofs
Internal Walls
Fireplaces and Chimneys
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Windows
Stairs
Roof Coverings
Ventilation and Condensation
Finishes
Fire Safety
Sustainable Construction
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technology
Building Energy Rating
Water Supply
Drainage
Electrical Supply and Distribution
Surveys of Existing Buildings
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials and classroom discussion. Coursework is set
to assist the student in furthering their knowledge and understanding. Audio-visual aids in
the form of photographic slides and video presentations are used to elaborate on lecture
content and stimulate discussion. Students to take part in group presentations to develop
team work.
Total Teaching Contact Hours:
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2, Tutorial 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
96
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours: 104
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Summative examination 50% 1-7
Coursework: Project, Drawing Practice and Group
Presentations
50% 1-7
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module assessment thresholds. None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Riley, M and Cotgrave, A (2013) Construction Technology 1 House Construction, 3rd
Edition. Palgrave Macmilan.
Marshall, D. Worthing, D. Dann, N and Heath, R (2013) The Construction of Houses. 5th
Edition. London: Estates Gazette.
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Supplemental Reading:
Barry, R. Emmitt, S and Gorse, C.A (2014) Introduction to Construction of Buildings. 2nd
Edition. Oxford: Blackwell Science.
McMullan, R (2012) Environmental Science in Building. 7th Edition. Hampshire: Palgrave.
Homebond (2012) House Building Manual. 7th Edition. NHBGS.
Marshall, Duncan (2013) Understanding Housing Defects. 4th Edition. Estates Gazette
Building Regulations, Technical Guidance Documents, 1997- 2016, Department of the
Environment, Community and Local Government.
Relevant Irish Standards and Codes of Practice, NSAI.
Relevant British Standards and Codes of Practice, BSI.
Web References:
www.info4education.com
www.nsai.ie
www.environ.ie
Version No: Amended By Sean Smyth
Commencement
Date
September 2016 Associated
Programme Codes
Date of Academic Council approval June 2016
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Module
Code
Pre-requisite
Module
codes
Co-
Requisite
Modules
code(s)
ISCE
D
Code
Subject
Code
ECTS
Credits
NFQ Level
(CPD)#
CEST1001 10
Module
Title
Measurement & Costing 1
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This is a one year module. It begins by examining the role of the Quantity Surveying
profession throughout the construction process. It progresses to cover an introduction to
building measurement and introduces the core functions of a Quantity Surveyor in the
production of Bills of Quantities. The module develops by building on the essential skills
involved in the taking-off of building quantities by use of structured exercises. On
completion of these exercises the student will progress to complete the take-off solutions for
a relatively simple single storey domestic dwelling. In parallel with the production of bill of
quantities the students will gain an appreciation of the importance of developing good
interpersonal skills. The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding of
the purpose of building measurement and give them the essential skills necessary to take-off
building quantities accurately and neatly onto standard dimension paper for a simple
domestic dwelling. The module will also aim to provide the students with an insight in to the
interpersonal skills required by the practicing quantity surveyor. Students will also be
introduced to the practise of estimating for construction works. This will look at the basics
of collecting cost data and producing estimates for elements of the work.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Define and illustrate the role of the Quantity Surveyor throughout the construction process.
2 Describe and give examples of the purpose and processes involved in the practice of
Building Measurement
3 Apply the theory of good practice and professionalism in the presentation of building
quantities on standard dimension paper
4 Develop and complete measured solutions for particular elements of a domestic dwelling
5 Apply technical and practical knowledge in the compilation of rates for items measured in
the bill of quantities.
6 Work as part of a team and develop their interpersonal skills.
Indicative Syllabus:
Introduction to building measurement:- Historical development of building measurement
in the Republic of Ireland; purpose of building measurement; building measurement in
practice; standards methods of measurement; the Agreed Rules of Measurement; National
Standard Building Elements; Bills of Quantities; Terminology; processes involved in the
preparation of a Bill of Quantities; future of building measurement.
Good measurement practice:- Taking-off process; setting down dimensions; calculating
centrelines and girths of both regular an irregular perimeters; elementary take-off
exercises; take-off planning; use of query sheets; use of the Agreed Rules of Measurement;
use of design schedules.
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Taking-off case study:- Taking-off elements for substructure, external walls, internal walls,
roofs, external doors and windows, internal doors, external finishes and internal finishes
for a domestic dwelling
Estimating and costing: - reviewing descriptions of the works and the processes required to
complete them; compilation of rates from first principles including labour, plant and
materials; appreciation of waste in measured items; costing of preliminary items.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials and group presentations. Audio visual aids are
used by the tutor in the form of slide projections mainly to elaborate on lecture content and
to stimulate discussion. The lecturer will incorporate the use of online resources, namely
short tutorial videos and revision quizzes for student use. The revision quizzes will consist
of short multiple choice questions based on the lecture series and will be completed via
webcourses. Students are encouraged to provide feedback via class blog in order to keep
content current and to highlight topics which may require more focus within the group.
The lecturer will provide all notes online using webcourses. Students are encouraged to
utilise relevant student software packages (CostX, Buildsoft etc) and incorporate into
semester 2 Project. Students are further encouraged to use readily available technology
(Powerpoint, Prezi or posters) to make presentations as part of their portfolio presentations.
The lecture programme will seek to introduce the basic theories and concepts of the subject
matter and prepare the students for weekly tutorials. The weekly tutorials will provide
students with the opportunity to make a presentation to their tutor on pre-determined tasks.
Students are encouraged to work in collaborative groups during tutorials so as to encourage
peer learning. Site visits looking at the technology of construction and the role of the
quantity surveyor in the construction process, both pre and post award of contract
Total Teaching Contact Hours:
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2, Tutorial 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
96
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 104
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO Assessment (No.)
Describe and give examples of the purpose and
processes involved in the practice of Building
Measurement for domestic dwellings (Portfolio of
works from Semester 1 – incorporating weekly
submissions and short exercises)
30% 1&2&6
Demonstrate the ability to follow good practice in
the presentation of building quantities on standard
dimension paper. (In class examination) Semester
1
20% 2&3
Demonstrate the ability to prepare take-off
solutions for particular elements of a domestic
dwelling. (Compilation of weekly exercises
50% 3-6
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including weekly submissions and short exercises)
Semester 2
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading: (author, date, title, publisher)
Seeley and Winfield's building quantities explained : Irish edition / Ivor H. Seeley, Roger
Winfield ; edited by Alan V. Hore, Maria O'Kelly, Rita Scully. Palgrave Macmillan, 2009
Agreed Rules of Measurement (4th Edition), The Society of Chartered Surveyors and
Construction Industry Federation.
Supplemental Reading: (author, date, title, publisher)
Ashworth A. and Willis D., Practice and Procedure for the Quantity Surveyor, (11th
Edition), BSP Professional Books, 2001.
Hore A.V. et al, Construction 1, Construction Technology, Materials and the Environment,
Macmillan 1997.
Hore A.V. et al, Construction 2, Management, Finance, Measurement, Macmillan 1997.
Gould, Fredrick E., Managing the Construction Process; estimating, scheduling and project
control, Prentice Hall 2011.
Dagestino, Frank R., Estimating in Building Construction (7th Edition), Pearson Education
International 2011.
Web references, journals and other:
www.scsi.ie
www.rics.org.uk
www.ciob.org.co.uk
www.youtube.com – Quantity Surveying tutorial videos *
www.homebond.ie/home_builders/.../house_building_manual
http://www.maths.dit.ie/mlsc/aims.html
www.cif.ie
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FINM1000 10
Module
Title
Financial Management 1
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module introduces the student to the area of financial accounting, with a certain
emphasis on accounting in the context of the construction industry. It examines in detail the
main financial statements of a single person business; namely, the profit and loss account, and
the balance sheet. In addition, the module provides the student with an introduction to cash
budgeting and to the bookkeeping process of a business.
The module details the format of accounts for different organisations, in particular limited
companies, and explains the purpose and methodology of depreciation and stock accounting.
In addition, the module provides the student with an introduction to financial analysis, and to
the preparation and analysis of cash flow statements.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Prepare a cash budget and suggest appropriate financial decisions that follow from
their findings
2 Explain the difference between profit and cash, and the consequences of poor cash
management
3 Use the accounting equation to record financial transactions, and be able to complete
accounts from transactions through to the financial statements and describe the
principles behind the double entry system
4 Draw up a set of final accounting statements for a single person business incorporating
relevant accounting adjustments and explain the fundamental accounting concepts and
conventions and demonstrate how these are reflected in financial statements
5 Identify the role of financial accounting in a business, and the users of accounting
information and highlight their decision-making needs
6 Calculate a valuation for closing stock and highlight the consequences for final
accounts of applying different accounting methods
7 List the causes of depreciation, the different methods of depreciation and prepare and
evaluate the depreciation figures in the profit and loss account and balance sheet
8 Analyse and critically interpret accounting information to assess profitability
performance
9 Discuss the differences between the financial statements of a variety of organisations,
in particular limited companies
10 Prepare a cash flow statement and evaluate it’s use for business management
Indicative Syllabus:
Cash budgets and cash management
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Progress payments, retentions, certificates of work completion, and building contractor
cash budgets.
The accounting equation
The double entry system, t-accounts, and trial balance.
Accruals and Prepayments
The profit and loss account
The balance sheet
End of Year Adjustments
Accounting policy for depreciation and the sale of a fixed asset.
Accounting policy for stock
Stock control
The four main account concepts
Accounting standards and accounting policies
The purpose of accounting and accounting users
Limited liability
Shares and dividends
The format of limited company financial statements
The sources of company accounts
Profitability analysis of financial statements using ratio analysis, with a particular
emphasis on construction firm examples
The cash flow statement
Analysis of accounts using the cash flow statement
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials, and classroom discussion. Illustrative questions
and practice exercises are used to elaborate on lecture content and stimulate discussion.
Background readings on application of material to the construction industry is provided to the
students
Total Teaching Contact Hours:
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
72
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 128
Module Delivery Duration
This module is delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Midterm assessment 35% 1-4
Final assessment 65% 1-10
(These exams will constitute conventional unseen time
constrained tests)
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
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(d) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(e) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(f) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading: Lecture notes and practice questions documents provided on the course
Internet pages.
Atrill and McLaney, Accounting and Finance for Non-Specialists, Prentice Hall
Millichamp, A.H., Finance for non-financial managers: An active learning approach
(Letts Educational)
Supplemental Reading:
Wood, Frank, Business Accounting –Irish Edition (Financial Times –Pitman)
Dyson, J.R., Accounting for Non-Accounting Students, (Pitman)
Millichamp, A.H., Finance for non-financial managers: An active learning approach (Letts
Educational)
Gallen, Frank, Foundation Accounting -leaving certificate (C.J.Fallon)
Byrne and Willis, Accounting Principles and Practice -leaving certificate (Folens)
Jennings, A. R., Accounting and Finance for Building and Surveying, (Macmillan)
MacGregor, Gervase, Surveyors, architects and estate agents: An industry accounting and
auditing guide (Accountancy Books)
The Financial Times: www.financialtimes.com
Guide to Understanding Financial: http://www.ibm.com/investor/financialguide
Business: http://www.bized.ac.uk/
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ECON1032
Module
Title
Economics 1A
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module is designed for students studying economics as part of an undergraduate course
relating to surveying. This module introduces the main concepts and tools of economics
applicable to real estate and construction. It brings the principles of economic theory and the
construction industry together. It incorporates three sections – introductory concepts, supply
and demand 1 (how markets work) and supply and demand 2 (markets and welfare). The
course is designed for those coming to the subject matter of economics for the first time. The
module is constructed to emphasise applications and policy rather than formal economic
theory. This is effectively accomplished by using case studies that demonstrate how
economic principles are applied to real events. The module is designed as essential material
over a wide range of disciplines including construction management, planning, architecture
and real estate.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Critically evaluate economic principles in relation to construction and property.
2 Analyse and comment on scenarios as an economist.
3 Utilise economics resources in the preparation of economic commentary.
4 Evaluate and understand how markets sometimes fail and why government can
improve economic outcomes.
Indicative Syllabus:
Indicative syllabus covered in the module and / or in its discrete elements
1. Lesson 1: introduces students to a view of the world from an economist point of
view and introduces big ideas such as marginal decision making, the importance of
incentives and market efficiency.
2. Lesson 2: How economists approach their subject matter, the concept of an
economic model and the role of the economist as policy advisor and the relevance
of this to clients and contractors.
3. Lesson 3: The market forces of supply and demand and the costs of the
construction firm
4. Lesson 4: Elasticity and its application relevant to the construction economist, the
distinction between cost and price and mark-up. The difficulty in construction work
of pricing before work commences and how this contrasts with manufacturing
where the product does not have to determine price until the activity is complete.
5. Lesson 5: The role of government: market failure and government intervention,
taxation, rent control and subsidies.
6. Lesson 6: Consumers, Producers and Market Efficiency: extending the supply and
demand analysis and the efficiency of markets.
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7. Lesson 7: The costs of taxation and the trade-off between equity and efficiency,
introducing social housing intervention
8. Lesson 8: Externalities and government intervention to rectify market
inefficiencies such as pollution and to investigate possible public and private
solutions.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Statements about the various types of learning and teaching methods that are used in the
delivery of the module. Each lesson has the following learning and teaching methods and
tools:
1. Lecture using power point presentation, visual and written
2. A list of primary objectives to guide students to where the lesson is heading. This
list is brief (4 or 5) to help keep student focussed.
3. Case studies and FYI notes are used to apply theory to actual events and policies.
These will change to reflect current economic themes. The following are indicative
examples:
a. The Dublin Glass bottle site (LO 1)
b. Adam Smith and the invisible hand (LO 5)
c. Rent control LO 5)
d. Mother nature shifts the supply curve (impact on construction output) (LO
3)
e. Pricing a private toll road (LO 8)
f. Does a drought need to cause a water shortage (LO 8)
g. The incidence of the property tax (LO 7)
h. Henry George and Land value taxation (LO 7)
i. The Built Environment: The Economy’s Shadow (LO 1)
j. Is the Housing Market working (LO 2)
k. Determinants of Effective Demand for Construction and property (LO 3)
l. Introducing the Property/Construction cycle-bringing together elasticity’s)
(LO 4)
4. Definitions of key Concepts: when these are introduced in the presentations they
are presented in bold. This helps students when reviewing material.
5. Tutorial problem sets including short quizzes. After each lesson students are
advised to attempt each of those to test their comprehension of each lesson.
6. Questions are divided into two types (a) review and (b) problems and applications.
7. Regular short class tests (not graded) are given to provide feedback on learning and
comprehension.
Taken together these design features will enable the student to master the subject and
pass the related examination.
Total Teaching Contact Hours:
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial
1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
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Assessment
Assessment Type
There will be two assessments in the form of two 1.5 hour
examination
First assessment will cover lessons 1-4 and is in the form of
SHORT questions that examines principles in context.
Second assessment is a 1.5 hour formal end of semester
formal examination and is in the form of short questions
examining lessons 5 to 8.
Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
ASSESSMENT 1
50% 1,2,3,4
ASSESSMENT 2
50% 5,6,7,8
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Power T. Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations, tutorial notes and problem sets (2015).
Power, T. (2015) Affordable Housing, Rent Control and the Invisible Hand, Society of
Chartered Surveyors (SCSI) Journal, Volume 5, No.2, Summer 2015
Power, T (2008) Tax Treatment Encourages Residential Investment Arrow DIT
Power, T (2008) Are Government Laws Consistent with the laws of Supply and Demand –
the case of Rent Control and Water Charges Property Valuer Winter
Power, T (2008) The Economic Case for Residential Property Taxation Property Valuer
Autumn
Power, T (2005) Ecology, Morality and Synergism – to present three somewhat eccentric
views on how the problems of the environment might be resolved. Property Valuer Journal,
Summer
Power, T (2005) Land Value taxation and Deadweight Loss Property valuer Winter Arrow
Resources DIT
Power, T (2004) Horse manure or Freefall – A costs – benefits approach to global warming
Property Valuer, Autumn – Arrow Resources DIT
Power, T(2004) Bringing the Environment in from the cold Arrow Resources DIT
Power, T(2004) N.N.P. Nowhere Near perfect – measuring environmental degregation
Property Valuer, Summer – Arrow Resources DIT
Supplemental Reading:
Myers, Danny (2013), Construction economics –a new approach 3rd edition. Routledge.
Power, T (2009) Lessons for NAMA from Valuation Practices Property Valuer Summer
Power, T (2009) NAMA versus Nationalisation Property Valuer Autumn
Begg David, Fischer Stanley, Dornbusch Rudiger, "Foundations of economics" 5th ed.
McGrawHill 2013.
Mankiew Gregory " Principles of economics"5nd Ed. Harcourt College Publishers 2011
Begg David, Fischer Stanley, Dornbusch Rudiger “Economics” 11th edition McGraw-Hill
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2014.
Turley Gerard & Maloney Maureen “Principles of Economics – an Irish Textbook” 4nd ed.
Gill & Macmillan 2011.
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ECON1033 5
Module
Title
Economics 1B
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module is designed for students studying economics as part of an undergraduate course
relating to surveying. This module introduces the main concepts and tools of economics
applicable to real estate and construction. It brings the principles of economic theory and the
construction industry together. It covers three broad sections – The economics of the public
sector, Firm behaviour and organisation of industry, and real economic data. The course is
designed for those coming to the subject matter of economics for the first time. The module
is constructed to emphasise applications and policy rather than formal economic theory. This
is effectively accomplished by using case studies that demonstrate how economic principles
are applied to real events. The module is designed as essential material over a wide range of
disciplines including construction management, planning, architecture and real estate.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Illustrate and explain the economic theory of the public sector.
2 Critically evaluate and comment on the decisions that lie behind supply (costs) in
construction markets.
3 Define the various types of market structure in the construction industry.
4 Identify and evaluate the data of macroeconomics used to monitor overall
developments in the construction industry as a whole and be able to describe the
forces determining real variables in construction.
Indicative Syllabus:
Indicative syllabus covered in the module and / or in its discrete elements
1. Lesson 1: The economics of the public sector and common resources, introduction
to environmental economics and the markets for green buildings and infrastructure.
2. Lesson 2: Measuring and interpreting macroeconomic data, the meaning of GDP,
GNP and national income
3. Lesson 3: Measuring the costs of living and the use of the consumer price index
and relevance to construction.
4. Lesson 4: Productivity and variations in living standards over time and across
countries and application of productivity in construction industry
5. Lesson 5: Savings, investments and the Financial System and capital structure for
construction investment
6. Lesson 6: Introduction to the monetary system, the role of the ECB in controlling
monetary system and its relevance to the construction economist.
7. Lesson 7: The costs of production in manufacturing and construction, below cost
selling in construction, bid rigging, diminishing returns in construction.
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8. Lesson 8: Market structures and what typifies market structure in construction
(contestable markets, dominance).
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Statements about the various types of learning and teaching methods that are used in the
delivery of the module
Each lesson has the following learning and teaching methods and tools:
1. Lecture using power point presentation, visual and written
2. A list of primary objectives to guide students to where the lesson is heading. This list is
brief (4 or 5) to help keep student focussed.
3. Case studies and FYI notes are used to apply theory to actual events and policies.
These will change to reflect current economic themes. The following are indicative
examples:
i. Statistical values of human life (LO 1)
ii. Sustainable development, ecological footprints, countries that follow
sustainable development in construction (LO 1)
iii. Are lighthouses public goods (LO 1)
iv. The economics of road pricing
v. A guide to Irish sources for Construction output statistics (LO 2)
vi. Construction industry output in Ireland - latest statistics (LO 2)
vii. International differences in GDP and quality of life (LO 2)
viii. Is the CPI accurate? Problems in measurement (LO 3)
ix. Mr Index goes to Hollywood – on Indexation (LO 3)
x. Internal features to improve productivity in construction (LO4)
xi. Benefits of modern methods of construction and impact on productivity (LO
4)
xii. Are natural resources a limit to growth (LO 4)
xiii. Thomas Malthus and population growth (LO 4)
xiv. The relationship between mortgage rates and other rates in the economy
(LO 5)
xv. What is a property ‘bubble’ (LO 6)
xvi. The €500 note – a way to solve the euro debt crisis (LO 6)
xvii. Bank runs and money supply (LO 6)
xviii. Typical construction costs (LO 7)
xix. Lessons from a pin factory (LO 7)
xx. What market structure typifies the construction industry (LO 8)
xxi. Public transport and Private Enterprise – man with a van (LO 8)
4. Definitions of key Concepts: when these are introduced in the presentations they are
presented in bold. This helps students when reviewing material.
5. Tutorial problem sets including short quizzes. After each lesson students are advised to
attempt each of those to test their comprehension of each lesson.
6. Questions are divided into two types (a) review and (b) problems and applications.
7. Regular short class tests (not graded) are given to provide feedback on learning and
comprehension.
Taken together these design features will enable the student to master the subject and
pass the related examination.
Total Teaching Contact Hours: 36
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(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type
There will be two assessments in the form of two 1.5 hour
examination
First assessment will cover lessons 1-4 and is in the form of
SHORT questions that examines principles in context.
Second assessment is a 1.5 hour formal end of semester
formal examination and is in the form of short questions
examining lessons 5 to 8.
Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
ASSESSMENT 1
50% 1,2,3,4
ASSESSMENT 2
50% 5,6,7,8
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Power Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations, tutorial notes and problem sets. (2014).
Supplemental Reading: (author, date, title, publisher)
Myers, Danny, Construction economics –a new approach 3rd edition. Routledge. (2013).
Begg David, Fischer Stanley, Dornbusch Rudiger, "Foundations of economics" 5th ed
McGrawHill 2013.
Mankiew Gregory " Principles of economics"5nd Ed. Harcourt College Publishers 2011
Begg David, Fischer Stanley, Dornbusch Rudiger “Economics” 11th edition McGraw-Hill
2014.
Turley Gerard & Maloney Maureen “Principles of Economics – an Irish Textbook” 4nd ed.
Gill & Macmillan 2011.
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LAW1051 5
Module
Title
Law 1
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module describes the legal environment in which the property and construction
professional operates, It is an introductory course designed for students studying law as part
of an undergraduate course in property or construction.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Demonstrate an understanding the sources of Law at local, regional, national ,EU
and UN, levels,
2 Observe the administration of justice at first hand and report on it.
3 Critically evaluate the performance of an expert witness giving evidence in court.
4 Track the passage of legislation through the Oireachtas, and EU and UN institutions
5 Demonstrate research skills in relation to the interpretation of written case-law and
legislation.
6 Demonstrate report writing skills in relation to distilling the precedents from written
case law.
7 Apply and demonstrate their knowledge of legal concepts and procedure in formal
presentations
8 Demonstrate a knowledge of contract and commercial law and apply this
knowledge.
9 Search and utilise information from online databases and academic texts.
10 Critically analyse current legal stories in the newspapers.
Indicative Syllabus:
Sources of Law
International legal systems
Common Law and Equity
Legislation
EU Law
UN Law
Constitution
Administration of Justice and Evidence
Tribunals and other adjudicative bodies
Alternative Dispute Resolution
General Contract Law
General Commercial Law
Learning and Teaching Methods:
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Lectures
Tutorials
Visits to Courts and tribunals(eg An Bord Pleanala oral hearing) followed by debriefing
by students..
Videos of Oireachtas, EU and UN processes.
On line research of law reports and law journals.
Presentations by students of individual written law reports.
Accessing public information ( eg. Company Registration Office files).
Analysis of legal stories in the newspapers each week.
Role play (eg Cross examination of an expert witness.)
Total Teaching Contact Hours:
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial
1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Debrief of court and tribunal visit
10% 2, 3
Written report of individual case law and piece of
legislation
30% 1, 4, 5, 6,
Oral presentation of selected case law and legislation
20% 7
Written report on contract and commercial law
40% 1, 8, 9,10
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading: (author, date, title, publisher)
Byrne and McCutcheon, 2014, The Irish Legal System, 6th ed. Bloomsbury Professional.
Kenneally and Tully,2013. The Irish Legal System, Clarus Press
Thuillier and Mac Daid, 2015, Business Law in Ireland, Clarus Press.
Clark, 2013, Contract Law in Ireland, 7th ed. Round Hall.
Hutchinson,2010, Arbitration and ADR in Construction Disputes. Round Hall.
www.gov.ie
www.courts.ie.
www.dit.library.databases.westlaw.ie
www.europa.eu
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www.un.org
www.pleanala.ie
www.epa.ie
www.lawreform.ie
www.cro.ie
www.oireachtas.ie
Supplemental Reading:
Hunt, 2008, Murdoch’s Dictionary of Irish Law, Tottel.
Various local authority websites.
Various commercial law firms’ websites
Irish Times, Independent, Examiner.
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INFT1001 5
Module
Title
Information Technology
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
The module serves to introduce students to the basics of the Information Technology (IT)
knowledge that will be required by Property and Construction Economics students
throughout their undergraduate education. It develops and enhances the computer skills that
are required by students whilst studying in third level education and introduces the student
to the uses and applications of certain software used in the Property and Construction
Industry.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Use Excel to create spreadsheets with particular formatting and presentation.
2 Create an Excel spreadsheet which analyses data and creates graphs.
3 Demonstrate how Excel can be used to perform calculations on a database and also
analyse it using tools such as pivot tables.
4 Create presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint which include multimedia
elements like video and narration.
5 Demonstrate proficient use of the basic formatting functions in Microsoft Word and
some of the more advanced word processing features including the use of tables,
images, list of figures and the automatic table of contents in a formal report.
Indicative Syllabus:
Excel Basics: provides knowledge of acquiring data, formatting data, using Excel’s
statistical functions and presenting data. It also covers the creation and presentation
of graphs including line, bar and pie charts.
Excels Finances: shows the student how to perform a financial analysis of a project
using Excel. The use of mathematical formulas and ‘What-If’ capabilities of Excel
are also covered, as are Excel’s NPV and IRR financial functions.
Excel Cash Budgets: introduce the student to adjustable spreadsheets through the
example of a cash budget. The use of cell referencing and formulas to achieve
adjustability is covered, as is date adjustability.
Excel Mortgage Calculation: involves students creating a mortgage calculator to
illustrate the use of Excel’s PMT, PPMT, and IPMT financial functions. Students
use the calculator to then create amortization tables which are charted.
Excel Data: shows the student how to use import data into Excel using the original
Property Price Register database. The exercise also covers sorting, filtering, and
analysing data using subtotals and charts. Students are also provided with
knowledge of Pivot tables.
Powerpoint Multimedia: shows the student how to create a Powerpoint presentation
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using templates. The use of Master Slides is also covered, as is the inclusion of
video and narrations in presentations. Windows Movie Maker software is also used
to create videos.
Powerpoint from Scratch: shows the student how to create a presentation from
scratch using Slide Masters and then applying Design Themes. The use of
transitions and narration is also covered.
Word Report: shows the student how to master presentation aspects of Word
including formatting text, page numbering, the use of headers and footers, and
margin setting. Creating tables, referencing, and including images are also part of
the exercise.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
The module is delivered using a set of IT exercises which are provided to the student
during lab sessions. These exercises are multi-part exercises for which the student is
provided solutions. Screen capture videos of the exercise being completed are provided to
the student and the mastery of the skills needed to complete the exercise are achieved
through the study of these videos. All the class materials, including videos are also
available to the students online, so they can continue their learning outside of the lab
session.
Total Teaching Contact Hours:
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 2;labatory 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; labatory 2)
24
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 76
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
The module is assessed by way of the in-class completion
of computer tests which closely follow the exercises
which the student has completed during the lab sessions.
100% 1-5
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
The students are provided with selected reading and helpful web pages for each exercise.
The videos of the exercises being completed are the main source of knowledge for the
student.
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Supplemental Reading:
Shoup, K. Simply Office, John Wiley and Sons
Bott, E. and Siechert, C. Microsoft Office –Inside Out, Microsoft Press
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/support/
http://www.brainstorminc.com/microsoft-office-com-help
http://www.gcflearnfree.org/office
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QMD1001 5
Module
Title
Quantitative Methods
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module is common to both the Property Economics Degree and the Construction
Economics and Management Degree and is delivered to the two groups jointly
Real estate and construction professionals need to be familiar with and confident in the use of
numerical and statistical methods of evaluation of business and investment options.
Analytical techniques are continually evolving within the related professions and new
numerical concepts will continue to emerge throughout the working life of the graduate. The
real estate and construction professions thus call for a reasonable degree of numeracy. This
module is specifically designed to acquaint students with those tools of quantitative analysis
of most direct relevance to careers in these industries.
The module acts as a foundation for later modules in both the Property Economics and the
Quantity Surveying programmes in the School of Surveying and Construction Management.
The module focuses on developing the student’s technical skills, and the competence to deal
with the changing nature of analytical techniques as they apply to real estate and construction.
Acquisition of knowledge is less important in this module.
It facilitates technical skill acquisition through the completion of the problem sets.
Competence to deal in the future with more advanced analytical techniques is achieved
through demystifying the language of analysis and allowing students to learn by doing.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Understand and apply the basic techniques of the probability of the Normal
distribution in construction project management.
2 Apply the techniques of basic financial mathematics to solve problems related to
investment decision making and construction project management.
3 Understand and apply the basic techniques in the presentation and analysis of
statistical data.
Indicative Syllabus:
The module is made up of two separate components, Financial Mathematics and Statistics.
Financial Mathematics
Time value of money
Compound Interest
Effective rate of interest
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PV Annuity basic calculations
FV Annuity basic calculations
Statistics
Descriptive Statistics
Summary Statistics – interpretation and uses
-Measures of central tendency
-Measures of dispersion
Introduction to Regression and Correlation
-Simple linear regression and correlation
Introduction to Indices
-price, quantity and value indices
Introduction to Normal distribution
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Both the Financial Mathematics and Statistics elements of the module are primarily learned
through an applied problem-solving approach and a significant proportion of the time is
devoted to this. An initial lecture is given on each topic and focuses on the theoretical
aspects. Student learning is then primarily achieved through a series of problem sets
related to different components of the module, supplemented by tutorial guidance.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lectures 2; Tutorials 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Formative assessment
Analytical Mathematical and Statistical skills are developed through worked examples in the
tutorial sessions and problem sets on each topic done in the student’s own time. The problem
sets provide formative assessment. Model answers are provided to students as formative
feedback.
Assessment Type Weighting
(%)
LO
Assessment
(No.)
Project based on techniques of Statistical presentation and
analysis
30% 3
Summative examination. The examination takes the form of a
traditional time-constrained, closed book test. It is weighted
towards the financial mathematics element of the module as
the Statistics element is assessed partly through the
assignment. The examination is based on material from the
lecture course and problem sets. It focuses on application of
the material, rather than demonstration of theoretical
knowledge.
70% 1-3
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Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
This module requires hands-on application rather than textbook or reference reading.
Learning is primarily achieved through undertaking the problem sets and the assignment.
Essential Reading:
Power, Thomas, Stephen Walsh and Paul O’Meara, (2009), Financial Management – an Irish
text, 3rd ed. Gill and Macmillan, Chapters 4, 5 and 20.
Reilly, James, (2006), Using Statistics, Gill and Macmillan, esp. Chapters, 1, 3 and 7
Supplemental Reading:
No other reading outside of the textbook above is required. There is a very wide range of
Statistics books of varying degrees of difficulty which cover the material in the Statistics part
of the module. These include:
Bradley, T. and Patton, P., (1998), Essential Mathematics for Economics and Business,
Wiley,
Swift, Louise, (1997), Mathematics and Statistics for Business Management and Finance,
Macmillan Press.
Publication dates and editions above are as of June 2011. Students should consult any later
editions after this date.
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PRFD1000 5
Module
Title
Professional Development/Integrated Project
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
The module is intended to explain to the student the nature of third level learning and the
concept of professionalism as well as providing an initial engagement for the student with
problem-based learning.
There are three key aims for this module. The first is to facilitate the student in locating the
Property and Quantity Surveying programmes within the built environment. Second, to help
the student manage his/her own learning while at third level. Third, to provide the student
with experience of problem-based learning, including experience of working in groups.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Identify the key professions and professional bodies that are active in the built
environment
2 Identify the roles of key professionals in the built environment.
3 Locate and select the most relevant information from source materials and apply
referencing conventions.
4 Use publishing software to devise a construction and property supplement for a
newspaper.
5 Recommend proposals to solve a set of problems presented in a group-based
integrated project.
Indicative Syllabus:
Preparing for third level education: expectations at third level, support services
available.
Research Skills: using library resources, taking notes, referencing.
Time management
Team building
Communication skills: letter writing, report writing, effective meetings
Presentation skills
Revision and exams: managing stress
CV preparation and cover letters
Academic writing tips
Assistive learning technologies
Ethical standards for surveyors
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Learning and Teaching Methods:
Professional Development: instruction will be through a combination of lectures, guest
speakers and revision quizzes. Guest speakers will be invited from the Careers Service,
the Library, The Learning Support Office as well as from industry. Students will have
access to a full range of notes and resources, including video content, on Webcourses.
Integrated Project: Peer learning will be fostered by working in groups to address the
issues set out in the project brief. Marks will be awarded for active participation by group
members.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lectures 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
24
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 76
Module Delivery Duration:
The module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Referenced Academic Paper
40 1, 2 and 3.
Construction and Property Newspaper Supplement
30 4
Group-based Integrated Project
30 5
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module assessment thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Giltrow, J, Gooding, R, Burgoyne, D and Sawatsky ,M (2014) Academic Writing An
Introduction. 3rd edition. Peterborough, Ontario: Broadview Press
Cottrell, S (2013) The Study Skills Handbook. 4th edition. London: Palgrave.
Carroll, H (n.d.) A Guide to Writing Assignments: You’re Actually a Good Writer. 1st
Edition. Ahead.
Van Emden, J and Becker, L (2010) Presentation Skills for Students (Palgrave Study Skills).
2nd edition. London: Palgrave.
Supplemental Reading:
Moran, A (2000) Managing Your Own Learning at University: A Practical Guide. 1st
Edition. Dublin: UCD Press
Osmond, A (2013) Academic Writing and Grammar for Students. London: Sage Publications
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ISCED
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GERM1024 10
Module
Title
Foundation level German for Engineering and the Built Environment
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module will provide the opportunity to learn to read, write and speak basic German and
begin to understand the people who speak it while developing knowledge of how the German
language is structured. It will develop cultural awareness, independent language learning
strategies and other key skills.
The module is intended for absolute beginners or for those who require a refresher course at
basic level.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On successful completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Conduct basic spoken tasks in German in a range of everyday situations with
reasonable accuracy.
2 Read, interpret and write simple German texts, signs, messages and letters.
3 Apply a variety of commonly used grammatical structures in the target language.
4 Express an awareness of the cultural identity of German-speaking countries.
5 Apply independent study skills effectively to language learning.
6 Display a level of proficiency that equates to level A1.2 of the Common European
Framework of Reference (CEFR).
Indicative Syllabus:
Language awareness and language structures in everyday German
Grammar and vocabulary practice
Phonetic practice in German
Communication in the following situations: greetings, introductions, first contacts, providing
personal details, talking about work and study, jobs and professions, leisure pursuits, likes and
dislikes, family relationships, asking directions, ordering food and drink, shopping, booking a
hotel room, telling the time, expressing daily routine.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
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Instruction will be by face-to-face tutorial of two hours per week and an online tutorial of one
hour per week. During the face-to-face sessions each topic presented will be followed by a
combination of listening, reading and writing exercises specific to the theme. To reinforce
oral expression, role-play will be an integral part of the class. The online sessions will be
accessed through Webcourses and will involve planned tasks to be completed under the
direction of the lecturer. This will allow links to authentic material and require active input
from students, both orally and in writing.
Students will be expected to practise and revise the language introduced in class and online by
means of self study, individually, in pairs or in small groups, as appropriate to the learning
tasks.
Key skills will be developed by means of group and pair work, accessing information via the
Internet and other sources and by processing and presenting relevant information.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lectures 2; Tutorial )
72
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 128
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment – written, oral, aural and online
assignments
100% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
6
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Coggle, P. and Schenke, H. (2009) Willkommen! 2nd edition, London, Hodder and
Stoughton.
Supplemental Reading:
Ardagh, J. (1995) Germany and the Germans, London, Penguin.
Carty, T. and Wuehrer, I. (2003) German 1, Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan.
Lemcke, C., Rohrmann, L., Scherling, T., Kaufmann, S. and Rodi, M. (2010) Berliner Platz 1
Neu, Berlin, Langenscheidt.
Tenberg, R. and Ainslie, S. (1996) Deutsch Plus, London, BBC Books.
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CONS2044 10
Module
Title
Construction Studies 2
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module is divided into two components: Construction Technology and Building
Services. Construction Technology is concerned with (a) aspects of the design and
construction of commercial and industrial buildings, and (b) aspects relating to the
increasing industrialisation of the building process. The Building Services component is
concerned with the main services necessary to support a comfortable and safe built
environment.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Analyse and assess the main elements in the design and construction of buildings.
2 Appraise and evaluate the performance of various building options and propose
constructional solutions.
3 Define building construction and building services terminology.
4 Recognise and discuss the principles and practices of low carbon design in new and
existing buildings.
5 Analyse the main services necessary to provide a comfortable and safe built
environment.
Indicative Syllabus:
• Site investigations and influences on building substructure
• Basements
• Framed buildings
• Roof construction
• External envelope
• Portal frames
• Fire safety
• Prefabrication & off-site production
• Commercial fit-out
• Façade retention, shoring and underpinning
• Construction health and safety
• Hot and cold water services
• Low pressure hot water heating systems including renewable technologies
• Drainage above and below ground level
• Ventilation: natural and mechanical
• Electrical installations
• Lifts and active fire-fighting systems
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Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials, classroom discussion and site visits wherever
possible. Coursework is set to assist the student in furthering their knowledge and
understanding. Audio-visual aids in the form of photographic slides and video
presentations are used to elaborate on lecture content and stimulate discussion.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
72
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 128
Module Delivery Duration:
The module is delivered over one academic year..
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment based on one coursework project. 40% 2, 3, 5
Summative examination 60% 1, 3 4
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Emmitt, S and Gorse, C (2010) Barry’s Advanced Construction of Buildings. Oxford:
Wiley-Blackwell
Riley, M and Cotgrave, A (2009) Construction Technology 2 Industrial and Commercial
Building. 2nd Edition. Hampshire: Palgrave Macmillan
Hall, F and Greeno, R (2013) Building Services Handbook. 7th Edition. Oxford:
Butterworth Heinemann.
Supplemental Reading:
Cooke, R (2007) Building in the 21st Century. Oxford: Blackwell Publishing.
Chew Yit Lin, M (2001) Construction Technology for Tall Buildings. 2nd Edition,
Singapore: Singapore University Press.
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CEST2000 10
Module
Title
Measurement and Costing 2
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module will seek to extend the students ability to prepare take-off solutions for more
complex building elements, both manually and electronically. This module also introduces
students to the important role information technology plays in the Quantity Surveying
Profession. It will introduce the student to the tendering and estimating process, in
particular, the ability to build-up unit rates for measured items in a Bill of Quantities.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Demonstrate an ability to comply with best practice in the preparation of a Bill of
Quantities.
2 Prepare take-off solutions and interpret rules of measurement in the production of
Bill of Quantities for more complex building elements
3 Demonstrate proficiency in Construction Cost Informatics for the production of Bill
of Quantities
4 Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of role and practice of the Quantity
Surveyor in the Construction Industry.
5 Demonstrate proficiency in the application of on-screen take-off..
6 Demonstrate an understanding of the tendering and estimating process, in particular,
the ability to build-up unit rates for measured items in a Bill of Quantities
7 Demonstrate a thorough understanding of requirements for tender documentation for
building projects
8 Demonstrate an ability to comply with level 1 of the SCSI competency: measurement
and costing
Indicative Syllabus:
Taking-off elements and preparing Bills of Quantities in accordance with the National
Standard Building Elements and standard rules of measurement for more complex buildings,
focusing on but not limited to elements in the Substructure, Superstructure, External and
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Internal Completions, Finishes, Mechanical & Electrical Services and Site Works.
Editing of preliminaries, preambles, contingencies, dayworks, insurances, BQ summaries,
VAT, forms of tender, alternative taking off systems and BOQ types for building and civil
engineering projects
Planning, Management and Editing Bills of Quantities
Construction Informatics and its potential use in the production of Bills of Quantities,
including buildsoft, cubit costex and BIM related softwares.
Estimating and tendering, build up of unit rates.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials and classroom discussion. Coursework is set
to assist the student in furthering their knowledge and understanding. Audio-visual aids in
the form of photographic slides and video presentations are used to elaborate on lecture
content and stimulate discussion
Total Teaching Contact Hours :
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2, Laboratory 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2: Lecture 2)
96
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 104
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over two semesters. The two hour class will cover material based
on the syllabus above. The tutorials will be broken down as follows: 2hrs manual
measurement, 2hrs computerised measurement.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Examination – In class exam, 4hrs duration based on
measurement of building quantities and theory / practical
question on tendering and estimating.
50% 1,2,4,6,7,8
Project 1 – Manual measurement 20% 1,4,5,7,8
Project 2 – Computerised measurement 30%
1,2,3,4,7,8
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
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(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Ashworth, A. and Hogg, K., (2012), Willis’s Practice and Procedure for the Quantity
Surveyor, 12th edition, Blackwell Science
Environmental Research Unit, National Standard Building Elements and Design Control
Procedures
Society of Chartered Surveyors/ Construction Industry Federation (2009), ARM 4 Agreed
Rules of Measurement (4rd edit.).
Supplemental Reading:
Ashworth, A. (2013). Cost Studies of Buildings, 5th Edition; Prentice Hall.
Cartlidge, D. (2006) New Aspects of Quantity Surveying Practice, 2nd Edition, Oxford;
Butterworth.
Crotty, R. (2012) The impact of building information modelling: transforming construction,
New York Spon
Hore A.V., O’Kelly M & Scully R ,(2010), Seeley and Winfield’s Building Quantities
Explained, Palgrave MacMillan.
Kirkham, R. (2007) Ferry & Brandon's Cost Planning of Building, 8th Edition, Blackwell
Publishing.
Lee, S., et al. (2011), Willis’s Elements of Quantity Surveying, Oxford; Blackwell Science.
Murray,G.P., (1997), Measurement of Building Services, Macmillan Press Ltd
New Rules of Measurement, (2009) Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors; RICS Books.
Seeley, I H. (1997) Quantity Surveying Practice, Houndmills, 2nd Edition, Basingstoke,
England: Macmillan.
Seeley, I.H., and Murray, G.P., (2001), Civil Engineering Quantities, 6th Edition, Palgrave
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FINM2000 10
Module
Title
Financial Management 2
School Responsible: The School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module focuses on the use of financial information for financial analysis. It focuses on
the determination of profitability, asset utilization, working capital management, liquidity,
gearing and investment performance of a business. In addition, the module provides students
with a sound grounding in the accounting treatment of long-term construction contracts,
especially incomplete contracts.
The module also focuses on the use of financial information for decision making. It examines
in detail project appraisal techniques for capital budgeting and how to account for inflation,
taxation, and risk. In addition, the module provides the student with a sound grasp of
economic decision making concepts, and focuses on the use of a structured analytical
approach to financial decision making.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Describe the concepts of liquidity and gearing, and the importance of working capital
management
2 Perform a complete ratio analysis of construction company accounts, including a
determination of profitability, asset utilization, working capital management, liquidity
and gearing and critically appraise the limitations of ratio analysis
3 Explain the role of ratio analysis in the tender process
4 Prepare an investment analysis of a set of business accounts
5 Illustrate how construction companies calculate profit on long-term contracts,
especially incomplete contracts, and show the balance sheet entries for such contracts
and explain how to provide for a loss making contract in the balance sheet
6 Apply the project appraisal techniques NPV, Payback, IRR, ARR, and Profitability
Index, to decide whether major items of capital expenditure should be purchased
7 Take account of inflation and taxation in capital budgeting and assess risk in project
appraisal calculations and perform a sensitivity analysis
8 Analyse cost behaviour and comprehend the nature of accounting information and the
contribution it makes to the decision taking and planning and explain the effect of
sales volume on the profitability of a business entity
9 Explain and illustrate the nature of the most important decision taking concepts
10 Select and apply a structured analytical approach to decision making in a broad variety
of situations
Indicative Syllabus:
SSAP9 and the treatment of long-term contracts in the accounts
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The treatment of plant and machinery
Profit and loss account and balance sheet entries for incomplete long-term contracts
Accounting for projected losses on contracts
Profitability ratios and construction firms
Liquidity and gearing ratios, and the role of ratio analysis in the tender process
Investment ratios
NPV, Payback, Discounted Payback, IRR, ARR, and Profitability Index techniques as
applied to construction industry capital expenditures
Incorporating inflation and tax
Risk assessment and sensitivity analysis
Cost behaviour
Economic cost concepts
Using a structured analytical approach to decision making in different contexts
Case study on decision making by a building contractor
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials, and classroom discussion. Illustrative questions
and practice exercises are used to elaborate on lecture content and stimulate discussion.
Background readings on application of material to the construction industry is provided to the
students
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
72
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 128
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Midterm assessment 35% 1-3, 6-7
Final assessment 65% 1-10
(These exams will constitute conventional unseen time
constrained tests)
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Lecture notes and practice questions documents provided on the course Internet pages.
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CPA Study Manual, Formation 2: Management Accounting, MBI Publishing
Lucey, T. , Costing, Letts Educational
Supplemental Reading:
Pizzey, Alan, Finance and Accounting for Non-Specialist Students, Pitman
Dyson, J.R., Accounting for Non-Accounting Students, Pitman
Atrill and McLaney, Accounting and Finance for Non-Specialists, Prentice Hall
Wood, Frank Business Accounting –Irish Edition (8th Ed) (Financial Times –Pitman)
Jennings, A. R., Accounting and Finance for Building and Surveying, Macmillan
MacGregor, Gervase, Surveyors, architects and estate agents: An industry accounting and
auditing guide (Accountancy Books)
The Financial Times: www.financialtimes.com
Guide to Understanding Financial: http://www.ibm.com/investor/financialguide
Business http://www.bized.ac.uk/
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ECON2022 5
Module
Title
Construction Economics 2
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
The module is an intermediate course in construction (macro) economics. The emphasis of
the module is on the contribution of the construction industry in Ireland to the economy as a
whole as well as the analysis of macroeconomics trends and relevant government policy in
this regard.
The module is primarily for students with a basic knowledge and understanding of the
principles of macroeconomics hence is in a position to contextualise the construction sector
in this regard.
Learning Outcomes (LO): (to be numbered)
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Outline and discuss the principles of macroeconomic theory
2 Analyse and discuss the economic performance of an economy
3 Relate macroeconomic concepts to the construction industry
4 Analyse and discuss the role of the construction industry in the attainment of
macroeconomic objectives
5 Apply a basic economic analysis to each sector of the construction industry
6 Source and explain economic data
7 Communicate (in oral and written forms) the findings of the economic analysis of
the construction industry
Indicative Syllabus:
Economic Growth: measuring GDP/GNP; use of national income accounts; limitations;
key definitions
Keynesian Demand Management theory: AD/AS
Inflation: consumer price index; harmonised index of consumer prices; construction
cost indices; tender price indices
Unemployment: national unemployment; construction labour market and employment
International trade: absolute and comparative advantage; specialisation; introduction to
trade theory
Balance of Payments: measurement; trends; construction sector contribution
Sustainable Development: an introduction
Fiscal policy and the construction industry
Monetary policy and the construction industry
Learning and Teaching Methods:
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Instruction is by mean of lectures, tutorials and classroom discussion
Students will have access to WebCourses where class notes and supplementary reading
material will be uploaded periodically.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous Assessment: 100% 1- 7
1. Presentation of Statistical Data 25% 6,7
2. Written Report 50% 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
3. Final Presentation 25% 3,4,5
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Manser, J.E (2003) Economics: A Foundation Course for the Built Environment 2nd Ed.
Spon Press
O’Hagan, J and Newman, C (2011) The Economy of Ireland 11th Ed. Dublin, Gill and
Macmillan
Turley, G., Maloney, M. and O’Toole, F (2011) Principles of Economics: An Irish Text 4th
Ed. Gill and Macmillan
Supplemental Reading:
Leddin, A and Walsh, B (2013) Macroeconomics: An Irish and European Perspective
Web References:
Central Statistics Office www.cso.ie
Department of Environment, Community and Local Government www.environ.ie
Department of Finance www.finance.gov.ie
Economic and Social Research Institute www.esri.ie
Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland www.scsi.ie
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LAW2033 5
Module
Title
Construction Law 2
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
In this module the student is introduced to the concept of tortious liability - extra contractual
liability - which arises pursuant to duties and obligations imposed by the general civil law as
opposed to duties and obligations imposed upon parties as a result of contractual agreements
made between them. In addition this module will examine the practical implications of
tortuous liability for those intending to pursue professional careers in the Construction
Industry.
The aim of this module is to
To lead the student to an understanding of the nature of tortious liability and to show that
such liability arises by virtue of general law
To teach and to explain the individual duties and obligations arising under the law of tort.
To explain the Civil law consequences of tortious behaviour.
To enable the student to recognise the particular situations commonly occurring in the
Construction Industry which may give rise to tortious liability.
To explain the application of the principles of the Law of Tort to such situations and the
attitude of the Irish Courts when dealing with same.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Apply the concept and nature of tortious liability through the review of scenarios and
case precedent in both written and oral medium.
2 Gain a thorough knowledge of the duties and obligations imposed upon members of
society under the Law of Tort in both written and oral medium.
3 Appreciate the remedies available to the victims of tortious behaviour in both written
and oral medium.
4 Recognise those situations commonly occurring in professional, commercial and
industrial life which frequently give rise to tortious liability and articulate this through
both written and oral medium.
5 Attain an ability to deal with such situations and a thorough knowledge of the legal
remedies appropriate for same based on real life scenarios relevant to the construction
industry through both written and oral medium.
Indicative Syllabus:
The nature of tortious liability
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Trespass to land
Trespass to the person
Trespass to chattels
Nuisance
Negligence
Liability for dangerous property
Liability for dangerous objects
Liability for fire
Liability for animals
Rylands - V - Fletcher liability
Liability for the Torts of others
Defamation of Character
Remedies for tortious behaviour.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction in this Module is by means of lectures where the individual duties and obligations
arising under the law of tort are explained and through tutorials at which the decisions of the
Courts in cases concerning tortious liability are considered and debated.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continual assessment by use of 2nr essays
100%
1-5
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Oughton, D, Marston, J. and Harvey, B., ( 2011), Law of torts, th Edition
Elliott, C. (2011), Tort Law, Longman, 8th edition
Fahey, E., (2011), Irish Tort Legislation, Dublin Ireland
McMahon & Binchy, (2012), Irish Law of Torts, Professional Books, 4th Edition.
Salmond, (1996), Law of Tort , Sweet & Maxwell, 21st Edition.
Bingham, R., (1996), All the Modern Cases on Negligence, 41st Edition
Supplemental Reading:
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The Bar Review 1996 - continuing
Gazette of the Incorporated Law Society, Monthly - Incorporated Law Society of Ireland.
Web References:
http://www.bailii.org
http://irlii.org
http://www.irishlaw.org
http://www.lexisnexis.com.
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MGMT2040 5
Module
Title
Construction Management
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module covers various aspects of management including the development of
management theory and human and resource management. Management principles and
techniques that contribute to the efficient and economic operation of a commercial building
firm are also examined.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Apply general principles of human resources management specifically to the
construction industry.
2 Identify and discuss good management practice where health and safety is concerned.
3 Identify the key requirements of site safety documentation.
4 Identify the principal factors that need to be considered when preparing a site layout
plan.
5 Identify and discuss the critical issues in regard to the planning, programming,
controlling and co-ordination of construction projects.
Indicative Syllabus:
• Nature of organisations
• Organisational objectives
• Motivation
• Roles and groups
• Leadership
• Communication
• Site organisation
• Planning and programming
• Plant management
• Materials management
• Waste management
• Health and safety
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials, classroom discussion and site visits wherever
possible. Coursework is set to assist the student in furthering their knowledge and
understanding. Audio-visual aids in the form of photographic slides and video
presentations are used to elaborate on lecture content and stimulate discussion.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
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Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
The module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment based on one coursework project. 40% 1, 2,3
Summative examination 60% 2, 4, 5
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Harris, F, McCaffer, R, and Edum-Fotwe, F (2006) Modern Construction Management.
Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell.
Griffith, A and Howarth, T (2000) Construction Health and Safety Management. Essex:
Pearson Education.
Supplemental Reading:
Fryer, B, Ellis, R, Egbu, C, and Gorse, C (2004) The Practice of Construction Management:
People and Business Performance. 4th Edition. Oxford: Blackwell Publishing.
Langford, D.A., Fellows, R.F., Hancock, M.R, and Gale, A.W. (1995) Human Resources
Management in Construction. Essex: Longman Scientific and Technical
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CONS2045 5
Module
Title
Programming and Planning
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
The aim of this module is to introduce construction project planning and to provide for the
development and application of project planning techniques to construction projects. This
module gives the learner an overview of the planning and its position within the
management of a construction project. The course introduces the learner to the various
forms and stages of construction planning with particular emphasis on the critical path
method. The module will cover the critical aspects of construction planning and will
demonstrate their use through software applications.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Define schedule activities and assign reasonable durations to the activities.
2 Sequence activities for logical project flow.
3 Explain schedule float and understand how float can be used to delay or lengthen
activities and to smooth manpower requirements.
4 Evaluate the merits and limitations of construction planning software.
5 Evaluate the main techniques relevant to time and project scheduling.
6 Apply the use of modern project planning software for construction projects.
Indicative Syllabus:
Construction planning stages/Method statements
Bar charts/Linked bar charts
Arrow diagrams/Precedence diagrams/Line-of-balance diagrams
Project monitoring/ Accelerating the project
Resource levelling/Resource smoothing
Construction planning software including 4D BIM software
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials, classroom discussion and computer lab
sessions. Coursework is set to assist the student in furthering their knowledge and
understanding. Audio-visual aids in the form of photographic slides and video
presentations are used to elaborate on lecture content and stimulate discussion.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2, Laboratory 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2)
48
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 52
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Module Delivery Duration:
The module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment based on one coursework project 100% 1-6
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Cooke, B and Williams, P (2009) Construction Planning and Control. 3rd edition. Oxford:
Wiley Blackwell
Harris, F, McCaffer, R, and Edum-Fotwe, F (2006) Modern Construction Management.
Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell
Supplemental Reading:
Oxley, R and Poskitt, J (1996) Management Techniques Applied to the Construction
Industry. 5th edition. Oxford: Blackwell Science
Construction Management Journals:
1. Construction Management and Economics
2. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
3. International Journal of Project Management
4. Journal of Management in Engineering
Web References
http://bimscape.com/
http://www.astapowerproject.com/
http://www.cita.ie
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CONS2046 5
Module
Title
Pre Contract Practice
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module presents an introduction to pre contract quantity surveying practice. Students
will acquire knowledge and understanding to Level 1 of the following Society of Chartered
Surveyors Ireland core quantity surveying competencies:
T062 Procurement and Tendering; - This competency covers how a project is
structured and delivered in terms of risk allocation and contractual relationships and
how tendering processes are used to establish the contract price.
T017 Contract Practice: - This competency covers the various forms of contract
used in the construction industry.
Learning Outcomes
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 T062 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the main types of procurement.
2 T062 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the tendering and negotiation
processes involved in procurement.
3 T017 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the various forms of main
building contract used in the construction industry.
4 T017 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the various forms of
documentation used in the tendering process and for contract documentation.
Indicative Syllabus:
1. The building team and the work of the quantity surveyor
2. The factors that affect the cost of building work
3. The development process – Capital Works Management Framework
4. Construction procurement systems 1 – ‘Traditional’ and Design and Build Procurement
5. Construction procurement systems 2 – Management, serial, partnering and framework
approaches
6. Selecting an appropriate main form of contract
7. Single stage, two stage and negotiated tenders
8. Compiling a tender list and prequalification
9. Tender documentation
10. Tendering practice and procedures – The Liaison Committee Code of Practice.
11. Awarding the contract, contract documentation, letters of intent
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Lectures and class discussion
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
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Module Delivery Duration:
The module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment –One of the four outcomes above
– to be reviewed from year to year
40% Reviewed
annually
Summative examination – To cover the remaining three
outcomes
60% Reviewed
annually
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Ashworth, A. Hogg, G and Higgs, C. (2013) Willis’ Practice and Procedure for the Quantity
Surveyor 13th Ed. Blackwell Science Oxford
Brook, M. (2008) Estimating and Tendering for Construction Work 4th ed. Elsevier
Butterworth Heinemann
Cunningham, T. (2013) Factors Affecting the Cost of Building Work – An Overview, Arrow,
Dublin Institute of Technology.
Cunningham T. (2013) Choosing an Appropriate Main Contract for Building Work in the
Republic of Ireland – An Overview. Arrow Dublin Institute of Technology
The Liaison Committee (2006) Code of Practice for Tendering & Contractual Matters,
Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, Dublin,
Supplemental Reading: To be advised annually
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CONS2047 5
Module
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Post Contract Practice
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module presents an introduction to pre contract quantity surveying practice. Students
will acquire knowledge and understanding to Level 1 of the following Society of Chartered
Surveyors Ireland core quantity surveying competencies:
T016 Contract Administration – This competency covers the role of a surveyor
administering a construction contract.
T017 Contract Practice: - This competency covers the various forms of contract
used in the construction industry.
Learning Outcomes
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 T016 & T017 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the various standard
forms of contract and sub contract used in the industry.
2 T016 & T017 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the basic contractual
mechanisms and procedures applied at various stages of the contract.
3 T016 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the roles and responsibilities of
the administrator
4 T017 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the various third party rights
and the use of collateral warranties
Indicative Syllabus:
1. Overview and roles of the parties under the RIAI & PWC Contract
2. Payment provisions –RIAI & PWC
3. Change procedures – RIAI & PWC
4. Extensions of time and liquidated damages – RIAI & PWC
5. Claims for loss and expense – RIAI & PWC
6. Subcontracting
7. Insurances, bonds and guarantees RIAI & PWC
8. Contract completion RIAI & PWC
9. Cost control
10. Final accounts
11. Termination of contract and insolvency RIAI & PWC
12. Conflict avoidance and dispute resolution
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Lectures and class discussion
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
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Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
The module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment –One of the four outcomes above
– to be reviewed from year to year
40% Reviewed
annually
Summative examination – To cover the remaining three
outcomes
60% Reviewed
annually
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Cunningham T. (2012) Does the Public Works Contract for Building Works Designed by the
Employer Achieve Value For Money? Arrow Dublin Institute of Technology
Cunningham, T. (2012) Payment Procedures Under the RIAI Form of Contract and the
Public Works Contract Where the Employer Provides The Design: A Comparative Study,
Arrow, Dublin Institute of Technology.
Cunningham, T. (2013) The RIAI Standard Form of Contract 2012 Edition: a Review
Arrow, Dublin Institute of Technology.
Cunningham, T (2013) Managing Post Contract Variations Under the Principle
‘Traditional’ Irish Forms of Contract – An Overview, Arrow, Dublin Institute of
Technology.
Cunningham T (2013) The Relevance of the Contract Administrator’s Certificates under the
Principle Forms of Irish Building Contract. - Arrow, Dublin Institute of Technology.
Cunningham, T. (2014) Contractors’ Claims for Loss and Expense under the Principle
‘Traditional’ Forms of Irish Building Contract Arrow, Dublin Institute of Technology.
Keane D (2001) The RIAI Contracts a Working Guide. Royal Institute of Architects of
Ireland Dublin
Supplemental Reading:
Ashworth, A. Hogg, G and Higgs, C. (2013) Willis’ Practice and Procedure for the Quantity
Surveyor 13th Ed. Blackwell Science Oxford
Murdoch, J.R. and Hughes, G (2008) Construction Contracts: Law and Management. 4th ed.
Spon
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GERM2025 5
Module
Title
German 2 for Engineering and the Built Environment
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module provides students with the opportunity to expand their level of communicative
competence in German to allow them to communicate in general social situations, both orally
and in writing; to understand and respond simply to basic authentic texts; to develop a deeper
awareness and understanding of the culture of German-speaking countries and to develop
independent language-learning strategies and other key skills.
The module is intended for those who have successfully completed Foundation level German
or have previous knowledge of German of at least an intermediate standard (such as Leaving
Cert of more than one year previously).
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On successful completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Conduct basic and more complex transactions in German in a range of everyday
situations, including simple study or work related situations, with reasonable accuracy.
2 Read, interpret and write texts in German in a range of registers.
3 Use an increasing variety of grammatical structures in the target language.
4 Show an awareness of the cultural identity of German-speaking countries.
5 Express basic technical terms in their discipline in German.
6 Apply independent study skills effectively to language learning.
7 Display a level of proficiency that equates to level A2.1 of the Common European
Framework of Reference (CEFR).
Indicative Syllabus:
Language awareness and language systems in German
Introduction to basic terminology relevant to students’ disciplines
Grammar and vocabulary practice
Phonetic practice in German
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Communicating in German in the following situations: daily work routines, buying
consumer goods,
travel and transportation, talking about recent and more distant past events, making
comparisons, home life and family; describing purchases; city and country life.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction will be by face-to-face tutorial of three hours per week. Each topic presented will
be followed by a combination of listening, reading and writing exercises specific to the theme.
To reinforce oral expression, role-play will be an integral part of the class. Learning will be
supported by Webcourses and will allow links to authentic material and require active input
from students, both orally and in writing, outside of timetabled class times.
Students will be expected to practise and revise the language introduced in class and online by
means of self study, individually, in pairs or in small groups, as appropriate to the learning
tasks.
The development of key skills will be facilitated by means of group and pair work, accessing
information via the Internet and other sources and by processing and presenting relevant
information.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Written exam
50% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
6, 7
Continuous assessment – written and oral assignments
50% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
6, 7
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Coggle, P. and Schenke, H. (2009) Willkommen! 2nd edition, London, Hodder and
Stoughton.
Supplemental Reading:
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Ardagh, J. (1995) Germany and the Germans, London, Penguin.
Burnage, G. et al, (2003) Video plus German: intermediate and advanced comprehension,
London, Arnold.
Carty, T. and Wuehrer, I. (2003) German 1, Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan.
Lemcke, C. et al (2010) Berliner Platz 2 Neu, Berlin,Langenscheidt.
Tenberg, R. and Ainslie, S. (1996) Deutsch Plus, London, BBC Books.
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GERM2026 5
Module
Title
German 3 for Engineering and the Built Environment
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module provides students with the opportunity to expand their level of communicative
competence in German to allow them to communicate in social, business and university
environments, both orally and in writing; to understand and respond simply to basic and more
complex authentic texts; to develop a deeper awareness and understanding of the culture of
German-speaking countries and to develop independent language-learning strategies and
other key skills.
The module is intended for those who have successfully completed German 2 for Engineering
and Built Environment or similar.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On successful completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Conduct transactions in German in a range of everyday social and student situations
with reasonable accuracy.
2 Read, interpret and write texts in German for social, study and work-related needs.
3 Use an increasing variety of grammatical structures in the target language with
confidence
4 Express an awareness of social etiquette in German-speaking countries.
5 Apply effective communication skills in a German-speaking environment.
6 Apply independent study skills effectively to language learning.
7 Display a level of proficiency that equates to level A2.2 of the Common European
Framework of Reference (CEFR).
Indicative Syllabus:
Language awareness and language systems in German for student, social and work
environments
Grammar and vocabulary practice
Phonetic practice in German
Communicating in German in the following situations: giving and accepting invitations;
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personal appearance and clothing; likes and dislikes; making social arrangements; offering
help and advice; talking about past holidays; weather conditions; health and illness;
speaking on the telephone and telephone conventions; finding a job, CV and job
application; describing German-speaking countries and their cultural differences; studying
in German-speaking countries.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction will be by face-to-face tutorial of three hours per week. Each topic presented will
be followed by a combination of listening, reading and writing exercises specific to the theme.
To reinforce oral expression, role-play will be an integral part of the class. Learning will be
supported by Webcourses and will allow links to authentic material and require active input
from students, both orally and in writing, outside of timetabled class times.
Students will be expected to practise and revise the language introduced in class and online by
means of self-study, individually, in pairs or in small groups, as appropriate to the learning
tasks.
A short group study visit to a German-speaking country will give students the opportunity to
practise their communication skills in an authentic environment and will be reinforced by
structured tasks that will be assessed as part of the continuous assessment component of the
module.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Written exam
50% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
6, 7
Continuous assessment – written and oral assignments
50% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
6, 7
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Coggle, P. and Schenke, H. (2009) Willkommen! 2nd edition, London, Hodder and
Stoughton.
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Supplemental Reading:
Ardagh, J. (1995) Germany and the Germans, London, Penguin.
Burnage, G. et al, (2003) Video plus German: intermediate and advanced comprehension,
London, Arnold.
Carty, T. and Wuehrer, I. (2003) German 1, Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan.
Lemcke, C. et al, (2010) Berliner Platz 2 Neu, Berlin, Langenscheidt.
Tenberg, R. and Ainslie, S. (1996) Deutsch Plus, London, BBC Books.
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CONS3021 5
Module
Title
Construction Studies 3
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Economics
Module Overview:
This module is comprised of two elements. Element 1, Building Services and Element 2.
Structures & Civil Engineering.
Element 1. Building Services (intermediate level). The aim of this element of the module is
for the learner to develop knowledge and understanding of the principles of design,
installation and maintenance of building services for domestic, commercial and industrial
buildings. It is aimed at professionals involved in the design, implementation and
management of construction projects other than building service engineers.
Element 2. Structures & Civil Engineering. (intermediate level) This module introduces
the learner to outline structural analysis and design, of building structures and their civil
engineering infrastructure. The learner is required to study this module in order to enhance
his/her knowledge of the construction process and although reference is made to design
throughout the module, the focus of the module is on the construction process. It is intended
for non-engineering students.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Critically evaluate the building service options available to satisfy the clients brief /
design criteria with specific regard for the environment and energy conservation.
2 Interpret and apply the appropriate standards, regulations and guidance documents to
the design, installation and maintenance of building services.
3 Identify and explain the function of key components and controls utilised by
different building services.
4 Discuss the need and requirements of service ducts plant rooms and accommodation
for electrical and mechanical services.
5 Appreciate how building structures and their civil engineering infrastructure are
designed and constructed.
6 Perform outline evaluations as to the strength of certain structural elements.
7 Understand and appreciate how soils are classified and tested to establish their
engineering properties.
8 Compare the performance and use of different engineering materials.
Indicative Syllabus:
Indicative syllabus covered in the module and / or in its discrete elements
Element 1. Building Services.
Hot and Cold water Storage and distribution systems
Above ground drainage systems
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Thermal comfort and space heating
Ventilation and air conditioning
Gas installations
Active fire control and prevention systems
Electrical Installations
Mechanical conveyors
Renewable and sustainable energy systems
Energy economics
Element 2. Structures & Civil Engineering.
Analysis and design of Simple structural elements in Timber, Steel, Masonry,
Reinforced Concrete and Pre-Stressed Concrete
Soils including Classification and Testing
Foundation Design
Slope Stability
Retaining Walls, Sheet Piles and Coffer Dams
Roads, Highways and Bridges
Tunnels and Pipe jacking
Soil Modification
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Statements about the various types of learning and teaching methods that are used in the
delivery of the module
This module utilises a variety of learning and teaching methods including structured lectures,
group discussions, student presentations and group tutorials incorporating problem-solving
exercises. Audio visual aids, including the internet, are used to elaborate on lecture content
and to stimulate class discussion. Teaching by means of two hours of lectures and 1 hour
tutorial per week over one semester.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
Building Services (Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2.5, Tutorial 0.5)
Structures and Civil Engineering (Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2.5, Tutorial
0.5)
72
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 28
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type
This module is assessed by means of a three hour end-of-semester
examination.
Weighting
(%)
LO
Assessment
(No.)
Element 1 (Building Services) 50% 1-4
Element 2 (Structures & Civil Engineering) 50% 5-8
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds 40% minimum required to
pass but minimum 35% in
each submission. This
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allows students to
compensate between
submissions.
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Element 1 Building Services
Fred Hall & Roger Greeno, 2013 Building Services Handbook, 7th edition, Routledge.
David Chadderton 2013 Building Services Engineering 6th edition, Routledge
Hall, F., Building Services and Equipment, Vols 1, 2, 3, Longman.
David Watkins Heating Services in Buildings 2011 John Wily & Sons
Supplemental Reading
Building Regulations, Relevant Technical Guidance Documents, (Current), D.O.E. Govt.
P.O.
Relevant Irish Standards and Codes of Practice, NSAI.
Relevant British Standards and Codes of Practice, BSI
Relevant CIBSE Guides and Knowledge series documents
Element 2 Structures and Civil Engineering Construction
Nageim, Durka, Morgan, Williams, Structural Mechanics, 7th ed, Prentice Hall, 2010
Holmes, Introduction to Civil Engineering Construction, 3rd ed, College of Estate
Management, 1995
Chanakya, Arya, (2009), Design of Structural Elements, E and FN Spon
Gauld, J. B., (1995), Structures for Architects, 3rd edition, Longmans
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ECON3005 5
Module
Title
Construction Economics 3
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This is an intermediate module in construction economics with emphasis on the application
of microeconomic principles to the workings of the construction firm.
The module has particular emphasis on the determinants of construction demand and supply
across all sectors of the industry; factor markets; competition; risk (including risk
management) and free market failure. The role and influence of the government in
influencing the construction industry as well as the international environment are
underscored throughout the module content.
Learning Outcomes (LO): (to be numbered)
For a 5ECTS module a range of 4-10 LOs is recommended
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Explain the role and importance of economic analysis to the construction firm
2 Discuss the determinants of demand and supply of construction output across all
sectors within the industry
3 Analyse and discuss past trends and future forecasts of demand and supply of
construction output
4 Explain the market mechanism and price determination process for the factors of
production as they relate to construction
5 Outline and discuss the possible market conditions facing an individual construction
firm and the resulting impact on prices, profit, output and efficiency
6 Evaluate how economic and competitive forces influence firm decision making and
strategy
7 Analyse various types of risks facing a firm and mechanisms by which the risks may
be managed
8 Discuss the role and effectiveness of government intervention in the construction
industry
9 Identify and outline the key causes of free market failure
Indicative Syllabus:
Demand and supply of construction output: recent trends, future performance, critical
driving forces across all sector
Factors of production for construction: demand, supply, price (including current trends
in prices indices)
Construction market structures: market structure analysis for construction; industry
analysis
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Competitive strategy for construction: generic strategy
Risk and risk management: risk, uncertainty and risk management tools/techniques
Market failure and government intervention
Construction industry review and outlook
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials and classroom discussion
Students will have access to class notes and supporting reading material on
WebCourses
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
End of Semester exam
100% 1-9
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(d) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(e) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(f) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading: (author, date, title, publisher)
DeValence, G (2001) Modern Construction Economics Spon Press, New York
Hillebrandt, Patricia M. (2000) Economic Theory and the Construction Industry 3rd Ed.
Macmillan Press
Myers, Danny (2013) Construction Economics: A New Approach 3rd Ed. Oxon, Routledge
Sloman, J and Jones, E (2014) Essential Economics for Business 4th Ed Pearson
Supplemental Reading: (author, date, title, publisher)
Langford, D.A. and Male, S (2001) Strategic Management in Construction 2nd Ed.
Blackwell Science
O’Hagan, J and Newman, C (2011) The Economy of Ireland 11th Ed. Dublin, Gill and
Macmillan
Web References:
Central Statistics Office www.cso.ie
Department of Environment, Community and Local Government www.environ.ie
Department of Finance www.finance.gov.ie
Economic and Social Research Institute www.esri.ie
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Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland www.scsi.ie
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FINM3000 5
Module
Title
Financial Management 3
School Responsible: The School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module focuses on financial analysis and financial decision making. It takes a set of
working capital policy decisions facing companies and shows students how to perform
advanced financial analysis of different policy options. Overall working capital management
decisions as well as cash, stock and credit control decisions are the focus of the financial
analysis.
The module is also concerned with sources of finance both external and internal, but again
the focus is on how financial analysis is applied to policy choices.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Perform an analysis of a company’s working capital management using ratios
2 Describe the importance of liquidity and analyse a company’s liquidity position
3 Calculate total stock costs under different stock policies
4 Account for uncertainties in demand and bulk discounts in choosing stock policy
5 Performs a financial analysis of different credit policies
6 Explain how bad debt risks affects credit policies
7 Prepare a detailed cash flow budget for a building contractor
8 Determine signs of a distressed contractor and explain how cash is managed
9 List external sources of finance and analyse rights issues
10 Illustrate how different dividend policies impact company finances
Indicative Syllabus:
Working capital management and liquidity analysis
Working capital management case study
Stock control and managing stock costs
Credit control, factoring and managing bad debt risk
Cash flow forecasting and managing cash
External sources of finance including factors affecting choice of finance
Rights Issues
Internal sources of finance including dividend policy
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials, and classroom discussion. Illustrative questions
and practice exercises are used to elaborate on lecture content and stimulate discussion.
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Background readings on application of material to the construction industry is provided to the
students
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Final assessment 100% 1-10
(This exam will constitute a conventional unseen time
constrained test)
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Lecture notes and practice questions documents provided on the course Internet pages.
ACCA F9: Financial Management , Kaplan
Supplemental Reading:
Van Horne, Fundamentals of Financial Management, FT Prentice Hall
Harris Andrew “Working capital management: difficult, but rewarding”, Financial Executive
Mastering Financial Management, Clive Marsh, Financial Times Prentice Hall
The Financial Times: www.financialtimes.com
Guide to Understanding Financial: http://www.ibm.com/investor/financialguide
http://www.scribd.com/doc/25272544/Theory-of-working-capital-management
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Credits
NFQ Level
(CPD)#
LAW3029 5
Module
Title
Construction Law 3
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This programme deals with particular legal disputes that frequently arising during the course
of a Construction Contract and which are resolved by the applications of the principles of
law learned in the preceding modules.
The students’ knowledge is used to teach the application of the general principles of the law
of Contract to Construction Contracts in particular. To explain how tortious liability may
arise on a construction contract. To enable the learner to identify those particular situations
commonly encountered during the course of a construction contract which may give rise to
legal liability and to instruct the learner in the wider legal implications of the construction
process.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Possess a thorough understanding of the vulnerability of those engaged in
construction contracts to tortious liability.
2 Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the results of the practical application of the
academic principles of the Law of Contract to construction contracts.
3 Having successfully completed the third module of this programme the learner will
be able to:-
Critically examine the different elements of the construction process from a legal
standpoint.
4 Display an ability to recognise those situations in professional, commercial and
industrial life, which freely give rise to a common law liability both in contract and
tort.
5 Identify areas of legal complexity -Display self confidence in dealing with legal
issues relevant to the Construction Industry/
6 At the conclusion of the module students should also be able to:
recognise legal issues in a given fact pattern
apply legal rules and principles to the relevant facts
comment upon the likely outcome of the application of law to facts
locate available and relevant sources and materials to assist in the
solution to legal problems.
Indicative Syllabus:
Approval Certificates
Discharge of Contract
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Incorporation of documents
Letters of Intent and Agreement
Construction Contracts Act
Liquidated damages
Sub-Contracts and Sub-Contractors
Statute of Frauds
The Client's Contractual Obligations
The Construction Contractor and Contracts of Employment
The Construction Contractor and Third Parties
The Construction Contractor and Tortious Liability
Collateral Warranties
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials, and classroom discussion. Illustrative questions
and practice exercises are used to elaborate on lecture content and stimulate discussion.
Background readings on application of material to the construction industry is provided to the
students.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2, Tutorial 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
48
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 52
Module Delivery Duration:
The module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Project Work
40% 1-6
Summative examination
60% 1-6
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Wood, D. 1999, Law and the Built Environment, Mcmallian
Adriaanse J., 2005, Construction Contract Law, Palgrave Macmillan
Supplemental Reading:
Uff, J, 2005, Construction Law, Thomson Sweet & Maxwell
Canny., J., 2001, Construction and Building Law, Round Hall Limited
Keane, D., 2003, Building and the Law, RIAI Publications
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Patten, B., 2003, Professional Negligence in Construction, Spon Press
Scriven, J., Pritchard, N., Delmon A., 1999, Contractual Guide to Major Construction
Projects, Sweett & Maxwell
Web References
http://irlii.org
http://www.bailii.org
http://www.irishlaw.org
http://www.westlaw.ie
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CONS3009 5
Module
Title
Contract Administration
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
The basic rationale for this module is to revisit the principal tendering assessment and
contract administration processes, procedures and options adopted traditionally in the Irish
construction industry, as was taught in Year 2 of this programme and to review against an
‘All-Suite’ International Standard Form of Contract such as the NEC3.
This module reviews in more detail the differences between the private and public tendering
arrangements.
This module approaches more from the Contractor’s Project Management position facilitating
an understanding of the various Work Stages within a Contractor’s own project progression
from tendering, project planning and projected cash flows, monitoring progress using cost
reports as well as an introduction to using EVM (Earned Value Management), right through
to project completion.
This module aims to assist students to apply and present rational solutions via ‘industry
simulated tasks’ and standard documentation using the developed scenario’s or including
suitable alternatives to achieve the required objectives.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Manage and coordinate team initiatives and tasks.
2 Examine the managerial processes of planning, control and organisation, and
associated techniques, as applied to construction industry simulated tasks.
3 Question the organisational and contractual relationships as well as the procedures,
which prevail and are being developed in the construction industry sector.
4 Identify project management techniques involved in the management of change.
5 Differentiate between the numerous Key performance indicators (KPIs) used in the
management of change processes.
6 Outline the function, form and content of contract documents as well as breakdown
the process involved in planning, formation and administration of construction
contracts.
7 To critically assess the clients brief and to formulate a tendering strategy to enable
the objective assessment of the most suitable contractor for the project.
8 Appraise the legal implications of conditions of building and civil engineering
contracts.
9 Determine framework criteria for effective interim valuations, variations,
fluctuations, final accounts, claims generation and presentation.
10 Setting up and administration of trade subcontract documents.
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Indicative Syllabus:
The following is approximate breakdown of areas covered within this module:
Post-tender administration:
Evaluation and report on tenders, planning and organisation of contract documentation
Tendering procedures and the planning and organisation of tender documentation
Post Contract administration:
Introduction to the Engineering & Construction Contract
Procuring an Engineering & Construction Contract
Managing an Engineering & Construction Contract
Administration and financial control of the works, information management
Data usage and the use of computers and information technology in project administrative
control
Contract Administration within the Project management Environment:
Project Scope Definition
Work Breakdown Structures
Project Schedules
Procurement Management
Change Management
Performance Monitoring
Earned Value Management
Learning and Teaching Methods:
The module is taught via a combination of group problem based learning tasks, self-
directed learning, group presentations, peer and self-assessment. Construction industry
simulated tasks
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours 4: Tutorial 4)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours 4: Tutorial 4)
48
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 52
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Task 1: Pre-contract tender administration
Break-down of task assessment:
Weekly group administration 30%
Task report 50%
Presentation and Q&A session 20%
Note: there is a heavy emphasis on team work
30% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
6, 7, 8, 9, 10
& 11.
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Task 2: Post-contract administration
Break-down of task assessment:
Weekly group administration 30%
Task report 50%
Presentation and Q&A session 20%
Note: there is a heavy emphasis on team work
40% 1, 2, 3, 4, 7,
8, 12, 13 &
14
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Liaison Committee (2006) Code of Practice for Tendering & Contractual Matters
R.I.A.I. (latest edition), R.I.A.I. Standard Form of Building Contract- With Quantities
Keane, David, (latest edition), A Working Guide to R.I.A.I. Contracts, R.I.A.I.
Langford & Male, (latest edition), Strategic management in construction, Gower.
Supplemental Reading:
Hughes, K. (2016), NEC3 Construction Contracts: 100 Questions & Answers
Rowlinson, M. (2016), Practical Guide to the NEC3 Engineering & Construction Contract;
Wiley Blackwell; (2nd Edition),
Abrahamson, Max, (latest edition), Engineering Law and the ICE.
Levin, G., Ward, J. PMP Exam Practice Test & Study Guide (latest edition),
C.I.O.B, (latest edition), Code of Practice for Project Management for construction and
Development, Longman.
Cooke, B. & Williams, P., (latest edition), Construction planning, programming and control,
McMillan Press.
Lockyer K.G., (latest edition), An introduction to Critical Path Analysis.
Web references and Journals:
www.negotiation.com
www.internetmediator.com
www.pmi.org
www.rics.co.uk
www.cif.com
www.ppp.gov.ie
www.construction.about.com
www.leadersview.com
www.m4i.co.uk
C.Q.S., .Q.S. Weekly, Plan, Build, Building
CIF Journal, Architects Journal.
Civil Engineering Surveyor
Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management Journal
Construction Management and Economics Journal
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CEST3000 5
Module
Title
Measurement and Costing 3A
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
Construction economists requires a sound knowledge of the quantitative skills of
measurement. This module develops the students' previous knowledge of measurement and
the preparation of bills of quantities. This module introduces the student to civil engineering
measurement. Students will be introduced to methods of measurement relating to civil
engineering projects such as CESMM4 and guided through these documents with appropriate
examples. This module reinforces the important role information technology plays in the
Quantity Surveying Profession, and introduces students to new computerised quantification
software.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Possess the ability to measure architectural and structural elements of commercial and
industrial buildings.
2 Apply the rules of standards methods of measurement in the production of civil
engineering quantities.
3 Attain a proficiency in Construction Cost Informatics in the production of tender
documents.
4 Prepare cost estimates for selected elements of civil engineering work.
5 Apply the rules of standards methods of measurement in the production of civil
engineering quantities.
Indicative Syllabus:
The preparation of Bills of Quantities; preliminaries, preambles, contingencies, dayworks,
insurances, BQ summaries, VAT, forms of tender, alternative taking off systems and BQ
types for civil engineering projects.
Civil Engineering topics will focus on CESMM4 as a method of measurement. Topics
covered will include, but not limited to: Excavation & Filling, Concrete Works, Drainage,
Watermains, and Piling.
Construction cost infomatics, including, but not limited to: Buildsoft, Cubit ,,and BIM.
Estimating and tendering, build up of unit rates for civil engineering works.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of structured lectures, group work, project work and tutorials.
Lectures will provide an introduction to the key topics of the module and these will be
supported by IT laboratory work.
Total Teaching Contact Hours 48
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(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2, Tutorial 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 52
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Coursework 50% 1-5
Summative exam 50% 1-5
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Society of Chartered Surveyors/ Construction Industry Federation (2003), ARM 4 Agreed
Rules of Measurement (4rd edit.).
The Institution of Civil Engineers, (2014), CESMM4, Civil Engineering Standard Method of
Measurement, 4th edition, Thomas Telford, London
Seeley, I.H., and Murray, G.P., (2001), Civil Engineering Quantities, 6th Edition, Palgrave
Supplemental Reading:
Willis, A.J., Specification Writing for Architects and Surveyors (11th Edition)
Packer, A.D., (1996), Building Measurement, Longman.
Wheeler, R.J. & Clark, A.V., Building Quantities, Worked Examples, Newnes
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CEST3001 5
Module
Title
Measurement and Costing 3B
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
Construction economics requires a sound knowledge of the quantitative skills of
measurement. This module develops the students' previous knowledge of measurement and
the preparation of bills of quantities. Students will be introduced to methods of measurement
relating to mechanical and electrical measurement and the procurement process surrounding
building services in domestic and commercial building projects. This module reinforces the
important role information technology plays in the Quantity Surveying Profession, and
introduces students to new computerised quantification software.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Measure elements of mechanical and electrical services in buildings.
2 Measure architectural and structural elements associated with mechanical and
electrical services in buildings.
3 Attain a proficiency in Construction Cost Informatics for the production of tender
documents for M&E works.
4 Apply the rules of standards methods of measurement in the production of M&E
quantities.
5 Prepare cost estimates for selected elements of M&E work.
Indicative Syllabus:
The preparation of Bills of Quantities; preliminaries, preambles, contingencies, dayworks,
insurances, BQ summaries, VAT, forms of tender, alternative taking off systems and BQ
types for M&E projects.
Building topics will include various elements on both domestic and non domestic buildings,
developing the students competencies in these areas, with a particular emphasis on
computerised measurement and associated software.
Mechanical & Electrical topics will introduce the student to measurement of building
services. Topics on this area will include hot and cold water supply, waste disposal, heating
systems, electrical distribution, Mains / Submains, and cabling
Students will also look at works to existing structures including renovation and demolitions.
Construction cost infomatics, including, but not limited to: Buildsoft, Costex,,and BIM.
Estimating and tendering, build up of unit rates.
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Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of structured lectures, group work, project work and tutorials.
Lectures will provide an introduction to the key topics of the module and these will be
supported by IT laboratory work.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2, Tutorial 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
48
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 52
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Coursework 50% 1-5
Summative exam 50% 1-5
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Ashworth, A. and Hogg, K., (2012), Willis’s Practice and Procedure for the Quantity
Surveyor, 12th edition, Society of Chartered Surveyors/ Construction Industry Federation
(2003), ARM 4 Agreed Rules of Measurement (4rd edit.).
Hore A.V., O’Kelly M & Scully R, (2009), Seeley and Winfield’s Building Quantities
Explained, Palgrave MacMillan.
Murray,G.P., (1997), Measurement of Building Services, Macmillan Press Ltd.
Supplemental Reading:
Willis, A.J., Specification Writing for Architects and Surveyors (11th Edition)
Packer, A.D., (1996), Building Measurement, Longman.
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GERM3010 5
Module
Title
German 4 for Engineering and the Built Environment
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module prepares students linguistically and culturally for an Erasmus student exchange
or work placement in a German-speaking country. Students will expand their level of
communicative competence in German sufficiently to allow them to communicate effectively
while living for an extended period in a German-speaking country. They will continue to
develop and practise independent language-learning strategies.
The module is intended for those who have successfully completed German 3 for Engineering
and Built Environment or similar.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On successful completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Conduct transactions in German in a range of everyday social, student and workplace
situations with increasing accuracy.
2 Read, interpret and write texts in German for social, study and work-related needs.
3 Use an increasing variety of grammatical structures in the target language with
confidence.
4 Deal competently with administrative requirements for living and studying or working
in German-speaking countries.
5 Apply independent study skills effectively to language learning.
6 Display a level of proficiency that equates to level B1.1 of the Common European
Framework of Reference (CEFR).
Indicative Syllabus:
Language awareness and language systems in German for student, social and work
environments
Grammar and vocabulary practice
Phonetic practice in German
Communicating in German in the following situations: in shops and restaurants; finding
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accommodation; public transport; sport and leisure activities; offices and banks; illness,
hospital and medical emergencies; speaking on the telephone and telephone conventions;
media and current affairs; form filling; letter writing; dealing with figures and concepts;
media and current affairs; living and working in German-speaking countries.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction will be by face-to-face tutorial of three hours per week. Each topic presented will
be followed by a combination of listening, reading and writing exercises specific to the theme.
To reinforce oral expression, role-play will be an integral part of the class. Learning will be
supported by Webcourses and will allow links to authentic material and require active input
from students, both orally and in writing, outside of timetabled class times.
Students will be expected to practise and revise the language introduced in class and online by
means of self-study, individually, in pairs or in small groups, as appropriate to the learning
tasks.
Students will develop the means to measure and evaluate their own learning and language
skills in a Language Portfolio in preparation for their language learning experience in
Semester 6 in a German-speaking country.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Written exam
50% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
6
Continuous assessment – written and oral assignments
50% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
6
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Lemcke, C. et al, (2010) Berliner Platz 2 Neu, Berlin, Langenscheidt.
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Kaufmann, S. et al. (2011) Berliner Platz 3 Neu, Berlin, Langenscheidt.
Supplemental Reading:
Ardagh, J. (1995) Germany and the Germans, London, Penguin.
Burnage, G. et al, (2003) Video plus German: intermediate and advanced comprehension,
London, Arnold.
Carty, T. and Wuehrer, I. (2003) German 1, Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan.
Tenberg, R. and Ainslie, S. (1996) Deutsch Plus, London, BBC Books.
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ISCED
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WKPL3005 30
Module
Title
Work Placement
School Responsible: Surveying and construction management.
Module Overview:
This module covers the Industrial placement element of the programme and is designed to
ensure transfer of classroom learning to the work place while developing further skills and
competence through work as a practitioner in the field of construction. The overall aim of the
module is to provide the student with industry experience and to consolidate the theoretical
content from the modules covered on the programme for students who wish to develop the
skills, knowledge and competence required to perform as professionals in quantity surveying
roles in the construction industry.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Show a strong understanding of how construction industry operates;
2 Analyse and evaluate worked based problems;
3 Justify actions taken on decisions made during work placement;
4 Demonstrate an ability to meet deadlines set for monthly reports, visits, and
presentations
5 Show a strong understanding of the role of the quantity surveyor within the construction
industry.
6 Ability to carry out quantity surveying related tasks in the workplace, at an entry
level.
7 Show evidence of achieving level2 on certain competencies within the SCSI
framework for the apc.
8 Have recorded 4 months work experience out of the total of 24months required by the
SCSI necessary for graduate route 1 on the apc.
Indicative Syllabus:
Students will attend a briefing session prior to commencing the module. At this session,
students will be given details of what is expected of them during the work placement period,
the supports that are available and the timescales that they must work to. On commencing the
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actual placement, the student will be monitored by a supervising Lecturer who will arrange
one industrial placement visit, or meeting through skype to review and assess the monthly
reports sent back to DIT by the student, review students weekly work diary and explain the
purpose of the employers report. Students will be required to make a final presentation on the
knowledge and skills gained while engaging with the process and their general experience of
work placement to their peers, lecturing staff and students who are at an earlier stage in the
programme and will be embarking on work placement in the near future.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
The Module employs a number of teaching and learning methods:
Briefing session: will provide an introduction to the key topics of the module which will be
supported by structured group discussion.
Independent study: Students will be responsible for engaging in independent reading in
order to consolidate and expand on the material covered in lectures and workshops.
Total Teaching Contact Hours 10
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 550
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment (see separate Work Placement
Handbook0
100% 1,2,3,4,5,6,
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
This module is a pass/fail
result only.
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Ashworth, A. and Hogg, K., (2012), Willis’s Practice and Procedure for the Quantity
Surveyor, 12th edition, Blackwell Science
Environmental Research Unit, National Standard Building Elements and Design Control
Procedures
Society of Chartered Surveyors/ Construction Industry Federation (2009), ARM 4 Agreed
Rules of Measurement (4rd edit.).
The Institution of Civil Engineers, (2014), CESMM4, Civil Engineering Standard Method of
Measurement, 4th edition, Thomas Telford, London
Supplemental Reading:
Ashworth, A. (2013). Cost Studies of Buildings, 5th Edition; Prentice Hall.
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Cartlidge, D. (2006) New Aspects of Quantity Surveying Practice, 2nd Edition, Oxford;
Butterworth.
Crotty, R. (2012) The impact of building information modelling: transforming construction,
New York Spon
Hore A.V., O’Kelly M & Scully R ,(2010), Seeley and Winfield’s Building Quantities
Explained, Palgrave MacMillan.
Kirkham, R. (2007) Ferry & Brandon's Cost Planning of Building, 8th Edition, Blackwell
Publishing.
Lee, S., et al. (2011), Willis’s Elements of Quantity Surveying, Oxford; Blackwell Science.
Murray,G.P., (1997), Measurement of Building Services, Macmillan Press Ltd
New Rules of Measurement, (2009) Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors; RICS Books.
Seeley, I H. (1997) Quantity Surveying Practice, Houndmills, 2nd Edition, Basingstoke,
England: Macmillan.
Seeley, I.H., and Murray, G.P., (2001), Civil Engineering Quantities, 6th Edition, Palgrave
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codes
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Modules
code(s)
ISCED
Code
Subject
Code
ECTS
Credits
NFQ Level
(CPD)#
WKPL3006 30
Module
Title
Work Placement in a German-speaking environment
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management.
Module Overview:
This module covers the Industrial placement element of the programme and is designed to
ensure transfer of classroom learning to the work place while developing further skills and
competence, including German language skills, through work as a practitioner in the field of
construction. The overall aim of the module is to provide the student with industry experience
in a German-speaking environment and to consolidate the theoretical content from the
modules covered on the programme for students who wish to develop the skills, knowledge
and competence required to perform as professionals in quantity surveying roles in the
construction industry in Ireland or abroad.
Half of the credits gained on this module (15) will be based on the level of competence
attained by students in both written and oral German by the end of the placement abroad.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Show an understanding of how the construction industry operates in the German-
speaking world;
2 Analyse and evaluate worked based problems;
3 Justify actions taken on decisions made during work placement;
4 Demonstrate an ability to meet deadlines set for monthly reports, visits, and
presentations;
5 Show an understanding of the role of the quantity surveyor within the construction
industry in a German-speaking country;
6 Demonstrate an ability to carry out quantity surveying related tasks in the workplace,
at an entry level.
7 Demonstrate a level of proficiency in German that equates to level B2 of the
Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR);
8 Have recorded 4 months work experience out of the total of 24months required by the
SCSI necessary for graduate route 1 on the apc.
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Indicative Syllabus:
Students will attend a briefing session prior to commencing the module. At this session,
students will be given details of what is expected of them during the work placement period
abroad, the supports that are available and the timescales that they must work to. On
commencing the actual placement, the student will be monitored by a supervising Lecturer
who will arrange one industrial placement visit, or meeting through Skype, to review and
assess the monthly reports sent back to DIT by the student, review students’ weekly work
diary and explain the purpose of the employer’s report. Students will be required to make a
final presentation, in German and English, on the knowledge and skills gained while engaging
with the process and their general experience of work placement to their peers, lecturing staff
and students who are at an earlier stage in the programme and will be embarking on work
placement in the near future.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
The Module employs a number of teaching and learning methods:
Briefing session: will provide an introduction to the key topics of the module which will be
supported by structured group discussion.
Independent study: Students will be responsible for engaging in independent reading in
order to consolidate and expand on the material covered in lectures and workshops.
Simultaneously, students will be expected to apply independent study skills to maintain
and improve their German language skills in the areas of listening, reading, writing and
speaking.
Total Teaching Contact Hours 10
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 590
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment, see attached documentation for
full scope of reports required by student as detailed in
student handbook.
100% 1-8
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
This module is a pass/fail
result only.
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
DT111 Student Handbook on Work Placement in a German-speaking environment
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Supplemental Reading:
Ashworth, A. (2013). Cost Studies of Buildings, 5th Edition; Prentice Hall.
Ashworth, A. and Hogg, K., (2012), Willis’s Practice and Procedure for the Quantity
Surveyor, 12th edition, Blackwell Science.
Cartlidge, D. (2006) New Aspects of Quantity Surveying Practice, 2nd Edition, Oxford;
Butterworth.
Collins German Dictionary and Grammar (2010), London, HarperCollins.
Crotty, R. (2012) The impact of building information modelling: transforming construction,
New York Spon
Environmental Research Unit, National Standard Building Elements and Design Control
Procedures
Hore A.V., O’Kelly M & Scully R, (2010), Seeley and Winfield’s Building Quantities
Explained, Palgrave MacMillan.
Kirkham, R. (2007) Ferry & Brandon's Cost Planning of Building, 8th Edition, Blackwell
Publishing.
Lee, S., et al. (2011), Willis’s Elements of Quantity Surveying, Oxford; Blackwell Science.
Murray,G.P., (1997), Measurement of Building Services, Macmillan Press Ltd
New Rules of Measurement, (2009) Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors; RICS Books.
Society of Chartered Surveyors/ Construction Industry Federation (2009), ARM 4 Agreed
Rules of Measurement (4rd edit.).
Stocker, P. (2010) Wort für Wort: New Advanced German Vocabulary, 5th ed, London,
Hodder Education.
The Institution of Civil Engineers, (1991), CESMM3, Civil Engineering Standard Method of
Measurement, 3rd edition, Thomas Telford, London.
Seeley, I H. (1997) Quantity Surveying Practice, Houndmills, 2nd Edition, Basingstoke,
England: Macmillan.
Seeley, I.H., and Murray, G.P., (2001), Civil Engineering Quantities, 6th Edition, Palgrave
Version No: Amended By Susan O’Shaughnessy
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Code
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ISCED
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Subject
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ECTS
Credits
NFQ Level
(CPD)#
COFI4000 5
Module
Title
Commercial Management
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
Commercial management is a relatively new professional area, which has developed out of
the professional role of the contractor’s quantity surveyor, whose role is widening and needs
new skills. The Contractor’s Quantity Surveyor is responsible for all legal and commercial
matters within the contracting organisations. In fact their commercial learning has meant
that in many organisations they are now termed Commercial Managers rather than Quantity
Surveyors. Construction Surveyors often work for the contractor, assessing the value of the
work to be done, and monitoring and managing those costs as the project progresses. This
module is best suited for construction professionals who are schooled and experienced in the
more traditional roles of the construction professions, but who recognise their need to
develop new skills, which are invaluable in the strategic role of construction businesses, and
the optimisation of the financial performance of organisations
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles of financial management
of construction projects as a part of corporate business management
2 Understand the commercial environment that contracting organisations operate
within, and demonstrate how as commercial managers one can contribute to the
profitability of a construction organisation
3 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles of procurement of
construction work from a contractors viewpoint.
4 Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of subcontractor management, both
financially and contractually.
5 Understand the various methods of dispute resolution techniques available to
contractors when a contractual dispute arises
6 Gain an understanding of new directions within contracting: Future of contracting;
diversification, supply chain management, new business opportunities, partnering and
alliances, socially responsible contracting, building information modelling
7 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of soft skills surrounding the role of the
commercial manager such as communications, negotiation and professionalism.
Indicative Syllabus:
Cash flows, budgets and payment control.
Subcontract procurement: Alternative strategies, subcontract, allocation of risk and
responsibilities
Interim payments: calculating stage payments, valuation of variations, dayworks, increased
costs, loss and/or expense.
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Cost Reporting: value and cost, company procedures, cost and value reconciliation
Final accounts: preparation and negotiation of final accounts, financial claims, negotiation of
subcontract accounts
Management of construction organisations: Strategic planning, managing people, industrial
relations, health and safety, and quality assurance.
Financing business units: managing a corporate business, business acquisition, corporate
responsibility
New Directions: Future of contracting; diversification, supply chain management, new
business opportunities, partnering and alliances, socially responsible contracting.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures, tutorials and classroom discussion. Coursework is set
to assist the student in furthering their knowledge and understanding. Audio-visual aids in
the form of photographic slides and video presentations are used to elaborate on lecture
content and stimulate discussion.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2, Tutorial 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
48
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 52
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester. The two hour class will cover material based on
the syllabus above. The tutorials will run concurrently with the project giving the student
continuous feedback on completed tasks.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Examination 50% 1,2,4,5,6
Module project – Each student will undertake a
commercial management project based on practical
subject matter covered in class. Each student will be
presented with a priced biil of quantities and associated
drawings and will be tasked with procuring
subcontractors, completing interim valuations and final
account based on a set of criteria.
50% 1,2,3,4,7
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Potts ,K., and Ankrah, N.,(2013), Construction Cost Management – Learning from case
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studies, Routledge.
Towey, D.,(2012), Construction Quantity Surveying: A practical guide for the contractors
QS, Wiley-Blackwell
Walker, I. and Wilkie, B., (2002), Commercial Management in Construction, Blackwell
Science
Supplemental Reading:
Ashworth, A. and Hogg, K., (2012), Willis’s Practice and Procedure for the Quantity
Surveyor, 12th edition, Blackwell Science
Cain, C.T., (2004), Profitable Partnering for Lean Construction, 1st edition, Blackwell
Publishing
Fellows, R., Langford, D., Newcombe, R., Sydney, U., (2002), Construction Management in
Practice, 2nd edition, Blackwell Science
Fryer, B., (2004), The Practice of Construction Management, People and Business
Performance, 4th edition, Blackwell Publishing
Lowe, D and Fenn, P., (2007), Commercial Management, Theory and Practice, Oxford,
Blackwell Publishing
Lowe, D. and Leringer, R., (2006), Commercial Management of Projects – Defining the
Discipline, Oxford, Blackwell Publishing
McGeorge, D. and Palmer, A., (2002), Construction Management: New Directions, 2nd
edition, Blackwell Publishing
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ISCED
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NFQ Level
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ECON4003 5
Module
Title
Construction Economics 4
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
The module is an advanced course in construction economics, with emphasis placed on the
operation of the construction firm with a changing, global environment.
The module covers a diverse range of economic issues facing the construction sector from
market failure and the consequent focus on sustainable development, resource efficiency and
productivity as well as urban land use. International business economics is an important
component of the module and is examined in the context of international tender prices as
well as the internationalisation of Irish construction firms.
Learning Outcomes (LO): (to be numbered)
For a 5ECTS module a range of 4-10 LOs is recommended
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Examine the importance of economic analysis to a firm operating within the
construction industry
2 Outline and discuss the causes and consequences of market failure in construction
3 Critically outline and discuss the importance of sustainable development and the role
of the construction industry in this regard.
4 Analyse and discuss the contribution of the construction industry in Ireland to the
attainment of macroeconomic objectives
5 Outline and discuss the importance of the global economy to the construction
industry in Ireland
6 Discuss urban land use and related policy
7 Undertake a comprehensive analysis of government policy pertaining to the
construction sector
Indicative Syllabus:
Market failure and environmental economics
Sustainability and sustainable development
Labour market and productivity in construction
Construction price indices: trends and analysis
Urban land use
International construction markets: trends, analysis and opportunities abroad for
construction firms
Government policy development and effectiveness in the construction industry
Construction industry review and outlook
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Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures and classroom discussion.
A series of guest lectures will be provided where practicable
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours 1: Lecture 2)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Examination 100% 1-7
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading: (author, date, title, publisher)
Myers, Danny (2013) Construction Economics: A New Approach 3rd Ed. Oxon: Routledge
Sloman, J and Jones, E (2014) Essential Economics for Business 4th Ed Pearson
Supplemental Reading: (author, date, title, publisher)
Balchin, P.N., Isacc, D., Chen, J (2000) Urban Economics: A Global Perspective
Basingstoke:Palgrave
Begg, David and Ward, Damian (2009) Economics for Business 3rd Ed. McGraw-Hill
Higher Education
Bowers, John (1997) Sustainability and Environmental Economics: An Alternative Text,
England: Pearson Education
O’Hagan, J and Newman, C (2011) The Economy of Ireland 11th Ed. Dublin, Gill and
Macmillan
Web References:
Central Statistics Office www.cso.ie
Department of Environment, Community and Local Government www.environ.ie
Department of Finance www.finance.gov.ie
Economic and Social Research Institute www.esri.ie
Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland www.scsi.ie
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ISCED
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Credits
NFQ Level
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CEST4000 10
Module
Title
Measurement & Costing 4
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
The structure of this module is based around a combination of behavioural and technical
skill-sets used by construction cost professionals to meet client requirements within the
industry. Measurement and cost estimating is at the core of these skill-sets, where the
module will develop the learners ability to measure and price design information during the
cost planning process through to tender documentation and bill of quantities production. The
module will develop the learner’s ability to apply their understanding of measurement and
cost estimating by leveraging Building Information Modelling (BIM) to control the cost and
value of a building project. This module will also focus on emerging services within the
quantity surveying profession which emphasises whole life appraisal of the building and a
shift from cost to value. The module elements will comprise of but are not limited to the
indicative syllabus below.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Show an understanding of the main factors that affect design economics over the
whole life of a building including how effective cost planning assists in the financial
control of projects.
3 Apply knowledge of measurement and costing to the cost management of design
development on a project from feasibility to design completion.
4 Apply knowledge to the quantification and costing of construction works, including
the use of appropriate standard methods of measurement and forms of cost analysis.
Carrying out measurement and costing of works at all stages of the construction
process.
5 Leverage building information modelling to post-process quantity take-off in the
production of cost reports
6 Demonstrate knowledge of emerging services within the industry that focus on a
shift from cost to value, enhanced through the use of innovative technology, risk and
value management, life cycle costing, life cycle analysis and lean construction.
7 Practice an ability to communicate effectively within the design team, with reference
to project documentation, including standard cost forms, sources of specialist
information and IT systems.
Indicative Syllabus:
Economics of Shape & Design
Client and the Development Process
Preliminary Estimating & Cost Planning
Approximate Quantities & Estimating
Cost Data, Cost Analysis & Indices
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Sustainability in Construction
Building Information Modelling
Integrated Project Delivery
Cash Flow Forecasting
Life Cycle Costing and Life Cycle Analysis
Value & Risk Management
Lean Construction
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Instruction is by means of lectures and tutorials. Audio visual aids are used by the tutor
mainly to elaborate on lecture content and to stimulate discussion. The lecture programme
will seek to introduce the theories and concepts of the subject matter and prepare the
students for weekly tutorials. The tutorials will enable the student to carry out work based
scenarios and apply their learning leveraging current technologies.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2, Laboratory 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2, Laboratory 2)
96
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 104
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
An individual or group project based on a task which
simulates a work situation. The student will be required
to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the
techniques taught in the semester and be able to apply
these techniques in the practical scenarios.
60% 3,4,5,7
Summative examination 40% 1,3,4,6
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Agreed Rules of Measurement 4. (2009). Society of Charterd Surveyors Ireland.
Ashworth, A., Hogg, K., & Higgs, C. (2013). Willis's Practice and Procedure of the Quantity
Surveyor (13th ed.). West Sussex, United Kingdom: John Wiley & Sons.
Eastman, C., Teicholz, P., Sachs, R., & Liston, K. (2011). BIM handbook : A Guide to
Building Information Modelling for Owners, Managers, Designers, Engineers and
Contractors (2nd ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.
Environmental Research Unit, National Standard Building Elements and Design Control
Procedures.
Kehily, D. (2012). Guide to Life Cycle Costing (pp. 1-23). Dublin: Scociety of Chartered
Surveyors Ireland.
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Kirkham, R. J. (2012). Ferry and Brandon's Cost Planning of Buildings (8th ed.). Oxford:
United Kingdom: Blackwell Publishing.
RICS. (2012). New Rules of Measurement 1 - Order of Cost Estimating and Cost Planning for
Capital Building Works (2nd ed.). Coventry; United Kingdom: RICS.
RICS. (2012). New Rules of Measurement 2 – Detailed Measurement for Capital Building
Works (1st ed.). Coventry; United Kingdom: RICS.
RICS. (2014). New Rules of Measurement 3 - Order of Cost Estimating and Cost Planning for
Maintenance Works. Coventry; United Kingdom: RICS.
RICS. (2015). LCC: RICS Guidance Note . Coventry; United Kingdom: RICS.
Seeley, I.H., (1996), Building Economics, 4th Edition, Macmillan.
Supplemental Reading:
BSI. (2013b). PAS 1192-2: 2013 Specification for information management for the
capital/delivery phase of construction projects using building information modelling.
London; United Kingdom: BSI.
BSI/BCIS. (2008). Standardized method of life cycle costing for construction procurement,
A supplement to BS EN ISO 15686-5 Building and constructed asset – Service life
planning; Part 5 – Life Cycle Costing.
BS-ISO. (2008). BS EN 15686-5:2008 Building and constructed asset – Service life planning;
Part 5 – Life cycle costing. London: BSI.
Churcher, D. (2008). A BSRIA Guide: Whole-Life Cycle Costing Analysis (BSRIA B6
5/2008). Berkshire; United Kingdom: BSRIA.
CostX. (2012). Advanced Training Exercise BIM and 3D Measurement (pp. 1-123).
Australia.
Kirkham, R. J. (2005), Re-engineering the whole life cycle costing process. Construction
Management and Economics, 23(1), 6.
Kishk, M., Al-Hajj, A., Pollock, R., Aouad, G., Bakis, N., & Sun, M. (2003). Whole Life
Costing in Construction: A state of the art review. Coventry; London: RICS.
OGC. (2007). Whole-life costing and cost management Acheiving Excellence in Construction
Procurement Guide (pp. 1-24). London: Office of Government
Underwood, J., & Isikdag, U. (2011). Emerging Technologies for BIM 2.0. Construction
Innovation Journal, 11(3), 252-258.
Wu, S., Ginige, K., Wood, G., & Jong, S. W. (2014). How Can Building Information
Modelling (BIM) Support the New Rules of Measurement 1. London; United
Kingdom: RICS.
Web references, journals, and other:
http://www.constructionprocurement.gov.ie
http://www.cita.ie
http://www.ciria.org.uk/
http://www.buildingsmart.org/
http://www.ogc.gov.uk/
http://www.constructingexcellence.org.uk/
http://rics.org.uk
http://www.bcis.co.uk
http://www.sponpress.com/pricebooks/
http://www.aecom.ie/
http://www.bruceshaw.com/index.php
http://rsmeans.reedconstructiondata.com/
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CONS3022 10
Module
Title
Development Project
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
In this ‘open-book’ module, students undertake ‘a real life’ Development Project that
introduces them to the various roles that Quantity Surveyors (Q.S.) may play in the property
development process. It will facilitate the familiarisation of the role played by other agents
such as architects, engineers, planners, etc and the inter-action expected of a Q.S. in the
property development process.
The module is aimed at Q.S. students who up until now have developed a familiarisation
with the various agents involved in the development process in isolation. This project will
now bring that knowledge together in a holistic development project format and will be
undertaken in groups to simulate a ‘real-life’ project scenario. Team work is a key aspect of
this module. Hence, the PBL nature of this module is designed to enhance team building,
communication and problem solving skills required of a Q.S. carrying out development
work.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Critically appraise the property development cycle process from project
inception/brief, design and costing, construction to completion.
2 Critically appraise the role played by financial institutions in the property
development process and how they as Q.S. graduates support this role.
3 Appraise a site from a planning and economic feasibility perspective.
4 Know how to project manage the complete property development process and team.
5 Develop a property development portfolio to facilitate bank lending to complete the
project.
6 Assess and manage the various risks (i.e. feasibility, financial, sensitivity analysis,
etc) involved in the complete property development process.
7 Assess the various roles and responsibilities that a Q.S. can get involved in
throughout the development process.
8 Develop a marketing strategy for the development portfolio.
9 Assess the macro economic climate that may impact on the property development
process
10 Manage and coordinate team initiatives and tasks.
Indicative Syllabus:
Macro-economic appraisal in relation to the property development market
Property investment appraisal
Site availability search, zonings and selection
Development possibilities appraisal / briefing process
Planning permissions and fire certification
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Economic analysis / finance / acceptability of proposals / residual valuations
Design and procurement methods / construction / project management
Approximately Bills of Quantities, cash-flows, programmes
Marketing strategies
Learning and Teaching Methods:
open-book ‘team’ PBL approach was the preferred approach to maximise student learning.
Team selection is by professional methods.
Students are given outlines of different scenarios in property investment / property
development. Each team assigns weekly duties and actions to each of its members; member’s
discoveries are circulated and discussed at their weekly meetings. Lecturers facilitate with
instruction on readings, media reports, project work, and role-playing (setting agendas,
chairing meetings, minute taking and problem-solving exercises and correspondence). The
focus is the development of the student’s oral and literary skills. Each team make a series of
oral and written presentations on this module.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 4; Lecture 2, Tutorial 2)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours 2: Lecture 1, Tutorial 1)
96
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 104
Module Delivery Duration:
The module is delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO Assessment
(No.)
4 No. Project reports (worth 50% in total, see make-
up)
Task 1: Investment appraisal
Task 2: Team Building task
Task 3: Development appraisal
Task 4: Completed development assessment
Make-up
10%
20%
30%
40%
3, 9 & 10
10
1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
&10
1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
&10
4 No. Presentations (worth 20% in total, see make-
up)
Task 1: Investment appraisal
Task 2: Team building task
Task 3: Development appraisal
Task 4: Completed development assessment
Make-up
10%
20%
30%
40%
3, 9 & 10
10
1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
&10
1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
&10
Two semesters of Weekly meetings (worth 30% in
total)
30%
10
Essential Reading:
Millington, A.F., Property Development, Estates Gazette
Isaac, D., (latest version), Property Development: Appraisal and Finance, Macmillan
Jennings AR, (latest version), Accounting and Finance for Building and surveying, Macmillan
Isaac David, Steley Terry, (latest version), Property valuation techniques, Macmillan
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Cadman, D. and Crowe L.A., (latest version), Property Development, Spons
Planning & Development Regulations (latest version); Publ. Stationary Office, Dublin
Supplemental Reading:
Hutchinson, K., (latest version), , Building Project Appraisal, Macmillan
Rougvie, A., (latest version), Project Evaluation and Development, Mitchell, London.
Clauretie Terrence Sirmans Stacy M. G., (latest version), Real estate finance: theory and
practice, Imprint Mason, Ohio: South-Western/Thomson Learning,
Isaac David, (latest version), Property Finance. Basingstoke: Pal grave Macmillan
Isaac David, (latest version), Commercial property lending: an inaugural lecture delivered at
the University of Greenwich, Imprint London: Greenwich University Press
Bruce-Radcliffe Godfrey, (latest version), Practical property development and finance, FT
Law & Tax
Darlow Clive, Morley Stuart, Bruce-Radcliffe Godfrey and Boff John. (latest version),
Property development partnerships
Collier Nathan S., Collier Courtland A., Halperin Don A, (latest version), Construction
funding: the process of real estate development, appraisal, and finance, Imprint New York:
Wiley.
Web references, journals and other:
Journals
Property Valuer
Estates Gazette
Journal of Property Investment & Finance [electronic resource].
Journal of Property Finance [electronic resource]. Business and Finance magazine
Sunday Business post
Irish Times, business section
Irish Independent, business section
Websites:
National Development Plan: www.ndp.ie/
Construction Industry Federation (CIF): http://www.cif.ie
Society of Chartered Surveyors in Ireland: http://www.scs.ie
Portal for access to various newspapers: http://www.thepost.ie/minisites/newspapers/index.jsp
A service for students and educators on business and economics related subjects:
http://www.bized.ac.uk/
The Biz/ed / Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) Virtual Economy:
http://www.bized.ac.uk/virtual/economy/
Irish Finance and business portal: http://www.finfacts.com/
Department of Finance website: http://www.gov.ie/finance/
DIT Library: http://www.dit.ie/library/index.html
Construction Find it Ireland: http://www.finditireland.com/irish-business/construction.html
Department of Environment, Heritage and Local government: http://www.environ.ie
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STMG4011 5
Module
Title
Strategic Management and Ethics
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module examines theory and practice of strategic management in construction and
property firms, including the role and importance of business ethics. Particular emphasis is
placed on strategic decision making and ethics within professional service firms.
While the module relates to the property and construction in particular, it has potential
widespread application across any industry sector.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Demonstrate an understanding of the core concepts of strategic management:
Planning, organising, leading and controlling .
2 Outline and discuss the importance of organisation culture.
3 Critically evaluate the key considerations in the strategic management of property
and construction firms.
4 Analyse and discuss the key considerations in strategy formulation and
implementation
5 Understand the nature of business ethics in a global setting.
6 Analyse the issues pertaining to ethics in decision making within property and
construction firms in Ireland (including the role of professional bodies in this
regard).
7 Demonstrate an understanding of the role of corporate social responsibility in a
global environment.
Indicative Syllabus:
Strategic management theory and practice: planning, organising, leading and
controlling
Organisation culture, vision, mission and objectives
Generic strategy: corporate and business level strategy.
Strategic planning: formulation and implementation.
Client relationship management (CRM) for property and construction firms
Business Ethics: changing nature of business ethics; globalisation; ethics and IT;
whistleblowing;
Corporate social responsibility
Learning and Teaching Methods:
The methods will vary according to the nature of the subject area but will include a
combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, case study analysis and classroom discussion.
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Students will have access to WebCourses where additional reading and reference materials
will be made available.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous Assessment 50% 3,4,5,7
Summative examination 50% 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Maister, David ( 2003) Managing the Professional Service Firm London: Simon and
Schuster
Velasquez, Manuel G. (2012) Business Ethics: Concepts and Cases Harlow: Pearson
White, Colin (2004) Strategic Management New York:Palgrave Macmillan
Supplemental Reading: (author, date, title, publisher)
Grönroos, Christian (2007) Service Management and Marketing; Customer Management in
Service Competition 3rd Ed. Chichester: John Wiley & Sons Ltd.
Hrebiniak, Lawrence (2013) Making Strategy Work: Leading Effective Execution of Change
2nd Ed. Essex: Prentice Hall
Johnson, Gerry ; Whittington, Richard and Scholes, Kevan (2011) Exploring Strategy: Text
and Cases 9th Ed., Essex: Prentice Hall
Løwendahl, Bente R. Strategic Management of Professional Service Firms 3rd Ed.
Copenhagen Business School
McCabe, S., (2010), Corporate Strategy in Construction, Oxford, Wiley-Blackwell.
Tiernan, Siobhan; Morley, Michael J. and Foley, Edel (2013) Modern Management 4th Ed.
Dublin: Gill and Macmillan
Website References:
Ethics Resource Centre www.ethics.org
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors www.rics.org
Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland www.scsi.ie
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COMM4000 5
Module
Title
Conflict Avoidance and Dispute Resolution
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
This module provides an overview of the surveyor’s involvement in the avoidance,
management and resolution of disputes in construction projects. The module raises the
students’ awareness of the various processes and techniques commonly used in industry.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the various techniques of conflict
avoidance procedures.
2 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the various techniques of conflict
management.
3 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the various dispute resolution
procedures.
4 Examine dispute scenarios and prepare claim and rebuttal documentation.
5 Investigate disputed issues and recommend courses of remedy.
Indicative Syllabus:
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) procedures and techniques in the construction
industry.
Benefits of ADR
Conciliation in construction
Mediation in construction
Arbitration in construction
Adjudication in construction
Award writing
Construction Contracts Act 2013
Arbitration Act 2010
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Statements about the various types of learning and teaching methods that are used in the
delivery of the module
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
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Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continual assessment 100% 1-5
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
RICS Professional guidance, UK: Conflict avoidance and dispute resolution in construction:
RICS Books, 2012
Construction Industry Council, Dispute Resolution: a report which identifies the disputes that
arise in the construction industry, Construction Industry Council, 1994.
Mediation in the Construction Industry, An International Review. Routledge, 2010.
Murdoch, J.R., Construction Contracts: Law and Management, Taylor & Francis, 2008.
Hutchinson, G. Brian. Arbitration and ADR in Construction Disputes, Roundhall, 2010.
Stewart, E. Arbitration: Commentary and Sources, First Law, 2003.
Supplemental Reading:
American Society of Civil Engineers, Journal of legal affairs and dispute resolution in
engineering and construction, Reston, VA. 2009-
Consultation paper: Alternative dispute resolution: LRC CP50-2008, Law Reform
Commission, 2008.
Anderson, Richard N.M., A practical guide to adjudication in construction matters, Sweet &
Maxwell, 2000.
Web References:
www.scsi.ie
www.cif.ie
www.rics.org
www.ciarb.org.uk
www.irishstatutebook.ie
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PRJM4000 5
Module
Title
Project Management
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
Project management skills are now an integral element of a company’s management
competencies. In this era of constant change, project management techniques are seen as
being of critical importance in ensuring best practice by attaining results which address the
need for projects to be delivered to a high degree of quality, scope and moreover for projects
to be completed within budget and schedule.
This module initially provides the student with an understanding of the knowledge / assets
required to plan for change and continue to educate the student in the techniques and methods
of successful project planning, implementation, hand-over and evaluation. It is an
introductory module based around a combination of behavioural skills and specific technical
skill-sets that QS students will require to manage projects.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Develop a project plan.
2 Identify and define a project’s scope and develop a projects scoping document.
3 Outline the implementation of key performance indicators of the project plan.
4 Apply the various techniques for estimating project duration and schedules.
5 Develop the relevant techniques for monitoring and controlling project schedules.
6 Appraise the necessary communication and leadership skills required in the running
of a project.
7 Assess and develop appropriate risk management frameworks.
8 Evaluate appropriate quality assurance requirements for projects.
Indicative Syllabus:
Introduction to Project Management
Essential Project Manager Requirements
Project Management from a client’s perspective
Project Planning
Project Costing
Leadership, communication, individual and team issues for projects
Project management organisational structures and standards
Project risk management.
Note: Due to the nature of this module (i.e. a Project based learning one), these area’s of
research maybe expanded upon by the lecturer or students or they may pick up on other
initiatives in the project management sector that might have a bearing on the task in hand.
Students may even bring other industry sector best practice to bear in solving the case studies
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/ assignments. It is only by allowing this self-discovery to happen that students will truly
learn.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
The majority of the teaching will be undertaken through classroom based lecturers, talks;
individual or group project based learning discussions / meetings and presentations;
however there is a strong practical element to the module in the form of simulated case
studies / assignments. Students will also be expected to develop their own self-directed
learning techniques and bring these to bear in the project based learning aspect of the
programme. There will also be a strong emphasis on peer learning.
Total Teaching Contact
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
The module is delivered over one semester.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Main task
Presentation and Q & A session
Note: Development of a project plan, scoping document,
project charter and network schedule.
(Individual or group, lecture to decide depending upon
class size
40%
10%
1,2,3,4 & 5
Individual task 1
Presentation and Q & A session
Note: This task will look at appropriate communications
and leadership strategies within the management of
construction projects.
20%
5%
6
Individual task 2
Presentation and Q & A session
Note: This task with look at risk management in
construction projects in addition to the relevant quality
assurance requirements necessary to management that
project.
20%
5%
7 & 8
Note: The tasks will involve students preparing formal individual or group (lecturer to
decide) reports on a continuous basis throughout the semester. These reports will address
the issues briefing issues outlined in the project briefs. The students will be required to
provide weekly updates based around the tasks. Presentations will be based around the
tasks and will include Q&A sessions.
Note: DIT policy for late submission of tasks /project work applies to this module.
Note: There is no end of session exam in this module. Due to the extent and nature of
continuous assessment task work and possible group work in this module, if a student fails
they must repeat the module.
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment None
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Regulations
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Meredith J. & Mantel S., (latest edition), Project Management, a managerial approach.
Wiley
Supplemental Reading:
C.I.O.B. (latest edition), Code of practice for project management for construction and
development, Longman.
Cooke, B. & Williams, P. (latest edition), Construction planning, programming and control,
McMillian Press.
Project Management Institute (latest edition), A guide to the Project Management Book of
knowledge (PMBOK), PMI Publications.
Hamilton A., (latest edition), Managing by projects, Achieving success in a changing world.
Oak tree press
Kerzner, Harold, (latest edition), Project Management: A systems approach to planning,
scheduling, and controlling, Wiley.
Levy S.M., (latest edition), Project management in construction, McGraw Hill.
Lockyer K.G. (latest edition), An introduction to Critical Path Analysis.
O’Brien J. & Plotnick F., (latest edition), CPM in Construction Management, McGraw Hill.
Verma Vijay K., (latest edition), Managing the Project Team: The human aspects of project
management, PMI.
Web references, journals and other
International Journal of Project Management
Project Management Journal
PM Network
Project Manager Today
http://www.pmi.org/
http://www.ipma.ch/
http://www.apm.org.uk/
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MTAM4000 5
Module
Title
Corporate Property Asset Management
School Responsible: School of Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
Corporate property asset management deals with how property held as part of the assets of a
company organisation can be used to ensure maximum efficiency and value added to support
the core business of the organisation. This module concentrates on the place of real estate in
the corporate plan and the effective management of this important asset.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Analyse real estate corporate strategy in order to support the corporate objectives.
2 Identify and assess options in regard to corporate real estate requirements.
3 Assess the performance of real estate to an organisation.
4 Evaluate real estate options available to a corporation.
5 Recognise and assess the component elements concerned with corporate real estate
management.
6 Integrate concepts across the area of study.
7 Use the new skills and knowledge acquired to re-appraise their value judgements on
matters relating to the real estate industry.
Indicative Syllabus:
Objectives and functions of corporate real estate strategy; Strategic and tactical real estate planning showing how real estate acts as an enabler to the corporate plan; Appraisal of buildings with regard to function, design and location. Examination of evolving attitudes to corporate property sustainability and productivity issues including: Impact of ‘x’ ‘y’ ‘z’ generation workers on property; Flexible work styles (‘Work is what you do, not a place you go’: Working without walls); Corporate social responsibility as a driver to sustainability; Built environment assessment tools: BER, BREEAM, LEED, SPeAR
Learning and Teaching Methods:
This module will be delivered by project based learning. This will be supported by lectures,
tutorials, discussion, role-play, video, preparation of posters, preparation of professional
reports, self-directed learning and student presentations.
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A problem will be given to the students by the facilitator/tutor. The students will meet
together as small groups to discuss the problem. They will initially explore the problem using
their own experiences and knowledge. Then comes analysis, hypotheses testing and
information gathering which is required to solve the problem.
With this learning strategy students will:
Experience project based learning as a learner from within a problematic situation;
Appreciate the inter-connectedness of the issues within the problem and all its complexity;
Engage in cycles of inquiry, reflection and question generation;
Explore a number of information sources, opening up multiple ways of knowing.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 3; Lecture 2, Tutorial 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 2; Lecture 2)
36
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 64
Module Delivery Duration:
The module is delivered over one semester
Assessment
One project will be set in this module which is group based, but will incorporate a peer review
element.
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Poster 20% 1-7
Report to the board 40% 1-7
Presentation to the board 40% 1-7
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
None
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Haynes, B. And Nunnington, N. (2011). Corporate Real Estate Asset Management. EG
Books. Oxford.
Edwards, V and Ellison, L. (2004) Corporate Property Management. Blackwell Publishing.
Oxford.
Weatherhead, M. (1997). Real Estate in Corporate Strategy. Macmillan. London.
Deaken, M. (2002). The transition to Property Management. Estates Gazette. London.
Edington, G. (1997). Property Management, A Customer Focused Approach. Macmillan.
London.
Working beyond walls:
http://www.ogc.gov.uk/documents/cp0039_working_without_walls.pdf
Oseland, N. (2008). The Evolving Workplace. Property and Facilities Management.
(October). 14-16
All material contained on the programmes Webcourses site.
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Supplemental Reading:
Various country and city reports by Chartered Surveying and estate agency firms.
Inward investment agency reports.
.
Web references, journals and other
Individual country-specific real estate sites.
http://www.cushwake.com/
http://www.cbre.com
http://www.joneslanglasalle.com/Pages/Home.aspx
http://www.lisney.com/
http://www.savills.ie/
www.scsi.ie S.C.S
www.rics.org RICS.
Journal of Corporate Real Estate.
Journal of Property Valuation and Investment.
Estates Gazette, Weekly, Estates Gazette.
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DISS4007 20
Module
Title
Dissertation or Company Project
School Responsible: Surveying and Construction Management
Module Overview:
The dissertation is the final component of the undergraduate degree programme. The final
year dissertation enables students to research and analyse a topic of their choice that relates
to modules presented in the programme.
A student may wish to research a topic in an applied setting and undertake a company
project. While there is no specific requirement for the student to be working within the
organisation, it is often the case that students have previously or are currently working
within the chosen company and thus aim to address something specific to that company for
their research.
Students will complete a literature review and undertake their own research from which
conclusions and recommendations will be made relating to the topic at hand.
Students will be required to prepare a research proposal prior to commencing the research
project. The proposal will be subject to approval following an informal interview following
which a supervisor will be assigned to each student.
The final dissertation document will be submitted before the end of the second semester
following which an oral examination of the work will be conducted.
Learning Outcomes (LO): (to be numbered)
For a 5ECTS module a range of 4-10 LOs is recommended
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Plan and carry out a research proposal relating to the programme being undertaken
2 Plan and carry out research project relating to the approved proposal
3 Systematically collect, analyse, evaluate and organise a body of information
pertaining to a specific topic relevant to the programme
4 Undertake a literature review, synthesis and critique related to the research being
undertaken
5 Compare varying research methodologies and support the rationale behind choosing
a particular method for the purposes of achieving research objectives
6 Present information in a logical and coherent format
7 Analyse primary and secondary sources of research data
8 Draw conclusions based on the research carried out
9 Present an acceptable defence of his/her dissertation and its conclusion at an oral
examination.
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Indicative Syllabus:
Dissertation idea generation
Thesis proposal writing
Scheduling a research programme
Critical analysis skills
Writing a literature review
Academic referencing
Research design
Research methods: qualitative and quantitate techniques
Data collection and handling techniques
Research ethics
Analysing primary research: tools and techniques
Writing up a dissertation: process, structure, content, norms of academic writing
Preparing for a viva voce examination
Learning and Teaching Methods:
Learning and teaching methods involve the instruction in research methods by lectures
given by staff members and visiting speakers. The lecture programme will introduce
students to the theories and principles of research methods to enable them to prepare their
dissertation proposal and final year dissertation documents. Supporting material will be
provided through the online learning platform, Blackboard.
A supervisor will be allocated to each student undertaking the dissertation module however
the student will to a large degree, work independently to research the research topic and
present the study for review and assessment. The student is required to maintain a log of all
meetings and agreed deadlines and work packages.
A dissertation handbook and a dissertation style guide containing information pertaining to
the module requirements will be provided to all students.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Full-time Weekly contact hours: 1; Lecture 1)
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 1; Lecture12)
24
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 376
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Dissertation Proposal 10% 1,3,6
Dissertation Document/Report 80% 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,
Oral Examination
10% 8,9
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment None
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Regulations
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Bryman, Alan (2016) Social Research Methods 5th Ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press
Denscombe, Martyn (2014) The Good Research Guide 5th Ed. Maidenhead: McGraw-Hill
Naoum, S.G (2012 ) Dissertation Research and Writing for Construction Students 3rd Ed.
London: Routledge
Supplemental Reading
Creswell, John W. (2014) Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative and Mixed Methods
Approaches 4th Ed. California: Sage
Jensen, Eric Allen (2016) Doing Real Research London: Sage
Miles, Mathew B.; Huberman, A. Michael and Saldaňa, Johnny (2014) Qualitative Data
Analysis: A Methods Sourcebook 3rd Ed., California: Sage
Version No: Amended By Roisin Murphy
Commencement
Date
September 2017 Associated
Programme Codes
Date of Academic Council approved June 2016
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Module
Code
Pre-requisite
Module
codes
Co-
Requisite
Modules
code(s)
ISCED
Code
Subject
Code
ECTS
Credits
NFQ Level
(CPD)#
WKPL1001 10
Module
Title
Work Related Learning 1
School Responsible: Surveying and construction management.
Module Overview:
This module covers the work based learning element of the programme and is designed to
ensure transfer of classroom learning to the work place while developing further skills and
competence through work as a practitioner in the field of quantity surveying. The overall aim
of the module is to provide the student with industry experience and to consolidate the
theoretical content from the modules covered on the programme for students who wish to
develop the skills, knowledge and competence required to perform as professionals in
quantity surveying roles in the construction industry. Work Based Learning provides an
opportunity for students to further develop their academic learning which takes place in stage
one of the programme. Students are required to apply their learning on an on-going basis
throughout the year and they keep a diary of their workplace learning in the context of the
academic content delivered on the programme. The student will also link hours recorded in
the diary back to SCSI competencies outlined in their apc requirement via the quantity
surveying route.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Show a strong understanding of how construction industry operates;
2 Analyse and evaluate worked based problems;
3 Justify actions taken on decisions made during work placement;
4 Demonstrate an ability to meet deadlines set for monthly reports, visits, and
presentations
Indicative Syllabus:
Students will source employment in a suitable quantity surveying role prior to commencement
on the course. Once the course commences, the student will be monitored by a supervising
lecturer who will arrange one work based visit during the academic year, to review students
weekly work diary and meet the students line manager for an update on that students progress.
Students will be required to make a final presentation on the knowledge and skills gained
while engaging with the process and their general experience of work based learning to their
peers, lecturing staff and students who are involved with the programme, at the end of the
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academic year.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
The Module employs a number of teaching and learning methods:
Briefing session: will provide an introduction to the key topics of the module which will be
supported by structured group discussion.
Independent study: Students will be responsible for engaging in independent reading in
order to consolidate and expand on the material covered in lectures and workshops.
A separate student handbook will be created
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 0.5hrs and attendance at final presentation)
20
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 180
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment 100% 1,2,3,4
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
This module is a pass/fail
result only.
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Ashworth, A. and Hogg, K., (2012), Willis’s Practice and Procedure for the Quantity
Surveyor, 12th edition, Blackwell Science
Environmental Research Unit, National Standard Building Elements and Design Control
Procedures
Society of Chartered Surveyors/ Construction Industry Federation (2009), ARM 4 Agreed
Rules of Measurement (4rd edit.).
The Institution of Civil Engineers, (2012), CESMM4, Civil Engineering Standard Method of
Measurement, 4th edition, Thomas Telford, London
Supplemental Reading:
Ashworth, A. (2013). Cost Studies of Buildings, 5th Edition; Prentice Hall.
Cartlidge, D. (2006) New Aspects of Quantity Surveying Practice, 2nd Edition, Oxford;
Butterworth.
Crotty, R. (2012) The impact of building information modelling: transforming construction,
New York Spon
Hore A.V., O’Kelly M & Scully R ,(2010), Seeley and Winfield’s Building Quantities
Explained, Palgrave MacMillan.
Kirkham, R. (2007) Ferry & Brandon's Cost Planning of Building, 8th Edition, Blackwell
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Publishing.
Lee, S., et al. (2011), Willis’s Elements of Quantity Surveying, Oxford; Blackwell Science.
Murray,G.P., (1997), Measurement of Building Services, Macmillan Press Ltd
New Rules of Measurement, (2009) Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors; RICS Books.
Seeley, I H. (1997) Quantity Surveying Practice, Houndmills, 2nd Edition, Basingstoke,
England: Macmillan.
Seeley, I.H., and Murray, G.P., (2001), Civil Engineering Quantities, 6th Edition, Palgrave
Version No: Amended By Fiacra McDonnell
Commencement
Date
September 2016 Associated
Programme Codes
Date of Academic Council approved June 2016
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Module
Code
Pre-requisite
Module
codes
Co-
Requisite
Modules
code(s)
ISCED
Code
Subject
Code
ECTS
Credits
NFQ Level
(CPD)#
WKPL2001 10
Module
Title
Work Related Learning 2
School Responsible: Surveying and construction management.
Module Overview:
This module covers the work based learning element of the programme and is designed to
ensure transfer of classroom learning to the work place while building on skills and
competencies acquired during year 1 through work as a practitioner in the field of quantity
surveying. The overall aim of the module is to provide the student with industry experience
and to consolidate the theoretical content from the modules covered on the programme for
students who wish to develop the skills, knowledge and competence required to perform as
professionals in quantity surveying roles in the construction industry. Work Based Learning
provides an opportunity for students to further develop their academic learning which takes
place in stage one of the programme. Students are required to apply their learning on an on-
going basis throughout the year and they keep a diary of their workplace learning in the
context of the academic content delivered on the programme. The student will also link hours
recorded in the diary back to SCSI competencies outlined in their apc requirement via the
quantity surveying route.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Show a strong understanding of how construction industry operates;
2 Analyse and evaluate worked based problems;
3 Justify actions taken on decisions made during work placement;
4 Demonstrate an ability to meet deadlines set for monthly reports, visits, and
presentations
5 Show a strong understanding of the role of the quantity surveyor within the construction
industry.
Indicative Syllabus:
Students will source employment in a suitable quantity surveying role prior to commencement
on the course. Once the course commences, the student will be monitored by a supervising
lecturer who will arrange one work based visit during the academic year, to review students
weekly work diary and meet the students line manager for an update on that students progress.
Students will be required to make a final presentation on the knowledge and skills gained
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while engaging with the process and their general experience of work based learning to their
peers, lecturing staff and students who are involved with the programme, at the end of the
academic year.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
The Module employs a number of teaching and learning methods:
Briefing session: will provide an introduction to the key topics of the module which will be
supported by structured group discussion.
Independent study: Students will be responsible for engaging in independent reading in
order to consolidate and expand on the material covered in lectures and workshops.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 0.5hrs and attendance at final presentation)
20
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 180
Module Delivery Duration:
This module is delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment 100% 1,2,3,4,5,
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
This module is a pass/fail
result only.
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Ashworth, A. and Hogg, K., (2012), Willis’s Practice and Procedure for the Quantity
Surveyor, 12th edition, Blackwell Science
Environmental Research Unit, National Standard Building Elements and Design Control
Procedures
Society of Chartered Surveyors/ Construction Industry Federation (2009), ARM 4 Agreed
Rules of Measurement (4rd edit.).
The Institution of Civil Engineers, (2012), CESMM4, Civil Engineering Standard Method of
Measurement, 4th edition, Thomas Telford, London
Supplemental Reading:
Ashworth, A. (2013). Cost Studies of Buildings, 5th Edition; Prentice Hall.
Cartlidge, D. (2006) New Aspects of Quantity Surveying Practice, 2nd Edition, Oxford;
Butterworth.
Crotty, R. (2012) The impact of building information modelling: transforming construction,
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New York Spon
Hore A.V., O’Kelly M & Scully R ,(2010), Seeley and Winfield’s Building Quantities
Explained, Palgrave MacMillan.
Kirkham, R. (2007) Ferry & Brandon's Cost Planning of Building, 8th Edition, Blackwell
Publishing.
Lee, S., et al. (2011), Willis’s Elements of Quantity Surveying, Oxford; Blackwell Science.
Murray,G.P., (1997), Measurement of Building Services, Macmillan Press Ltd
New Rules of Measurement, (2009) Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors; RICS Books.
Seeley, I H. (1997) Quantity Surveying Practice, Houndmills, 2nd Edition, Basingstoke,
England: Macmillan.
Seeley, I.H., and Murray, G.P., (2001), Civil Engineering Quantities, 6th Edition, Palgrave
Version No: Amended By Fiacra McDonnell
Commencement
Date
September 2016 Associated
Programme Codes
Date of Academic Council approved June 2016
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Module
Code
Pre-requisite
Module
codes
Co-
Requisite
Modules
code(s)
ISCED
Code
Subject
Code
ECTS
Credits
NFQ Level
(CPD)#
WKPL3007 10
Module
Title
Work Related Learning 3
School Responsible: Surveying and construction management.
Module Overview:
This module continues with the work based learning element of the programme and is
designed to ensure transfer of classroom learning to the work place while developing further
skills and competence through work as a practitioner in the field of quantity surveying. The
overall aim of the module is to provide the student with industry experience and to
consolidate the theoretical content from the modules covered on the programme for students
who wish to develop the skills, knowledge and competence required to perform as
professionals in quantity surveying roles in the construction industry. Work Based Learning
provides an opportunity for students to further develop their academic learning which takes
place in stage one of the programme. Students are required to apply their learning on an on-
going basis throughout the year and they keep a diary of their workplace learning in the
context of the academic content delivered on the programme. The student will also link hours
recorded in the diary back to SCSI competencies outlined in their apc requirement via the
quantity surveying route.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Show a strong understanding of how construction industry operates;
2 Analyse and evaluate worked based problems;
3 Justify actions taken on decisions made during work placement;
4 Demonstrate an ability to meet deadlines set for monthly reports, visits, and
presentations
5 Show a strong understanding of the role of the quantity surveyor within the construction
industry.
6 Ability to carry out quantity surveying related tasks in the workplace, at an entry
level.
Indicative Syllabus:
Students will source employment in a suitable quantity surveying role prior to commencement
on the course. Once the course commences, the student will be monitored by a supervising
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lecturer who will arrange one work based visit during the academic year, to review students
weekly work diary and meet the students line manager for an update on that students progress.
Students will be required to make a final presentation on the knowledge and skills gained
while engaging with the process and their general experience of work based learning to their
peers, lecturing staff and students who are involved with the programme, at the end of the
academic year.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
The Module employs a number of teaching and learning methods:
Briefing session: will provide an introduction to the key topics of the module which will be
supported by structured group discussion.
Independent study: Students will be responsible for engaging in independent reading in
order to consolidate and expand on the material covered in lectures and workshops.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 0.5hrs and attendance at final presentation)
20
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 180
Module Delivery Duration:
This module will be delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment 100% 1,2,3,4,5,6,
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
This module is a pass/fail
result only.
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Ashworth, A. and Hogg, K., (2012), Willis’s Practice and Procedure for the Quantity
Surveyor, 12th edition, Blackwell Science
Environmental Research Unit, National Standard Building Elements and Design Control
Procedures
Society of Chartered Surveyors/ Construction Industry Federation (2009), ARM 4 Agreed
Rules of Measurement (4rd edit.).
The Institution of Civil Engineers, (2012), CESMM4, Civil Engineering Standard Method of
Measurement, 4th edition, Thomas Telford, London
Supplemental Reading:
Ashworth, A. (2013). Cost Studies of Buildings, 5th Edition; Prentice Hall.
Cartlidge, D. (2006) New Aspects of Quantity Surveying Practice, 2nd Edition, Oxford;
Butterworth.
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Crotty, R. (2012) The impact of building information modelling: transforming construction,
New York Spon
Hore A.V., O’Kelly M & Scully R ,(2010), Seeley and Winfield’s Building Quantities
Explained, Palgrave MacMillan.
Kirkham, R. (2007) Ferry & Brandon's Cost Planning of Building, 8th Edition, Blackwell
Publishing.
Lee, S., et al. (2011), Willis’s Elements of Quantity Surveying, Oxford; Blackwell Science.
Murray,G.P., (1997), Measurement of Building Services, Macmillan Press Ltd
New Rules of Measurement, (2009) Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors; RICS Books.
Seeley, I H. (1997) Quantity Surveying Practice, Houndmills, 2nd Edition, Basingstoke,
England: Macmillan.
Seeley, I.H., and Murray, G.P., (2001), Civil Engineering Quantities, 6th Edition, Palgrave
Version No: Amended By Fiacra McDonnell
Commencement
Date
September 2016 Associated
Programme Codes
Date of Academic Council approved June 2016
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Module
Code
Pre-requisite
Module
codes
Co-
Requisite
Modules
code(s)
ISCED
Code
Subject
Code
ECTS
Credits
NFQ Level
(CPD)#
WKPL4001 10
Module
Title
Work Related Learning 4
School Responsible: Surveying and construction management.
Module Overview:
This module continues with the work based learning element of the programme and is
designed to ensure transfer of classroom learning to the work place while developing further
skills and competence through work as a practitioner in the field of quantity surveying. The
student will now, using skills obtained during years: 1,2 and 3 to develop their competence in
the quantity surveying role. The overall aim of the module is to provide the student with
industry experience and to consolidate the theoretical content from the modules covered on
the programme for students who wish to develop the skills, knowledge and competence
required to perform as professionals in quantity surveying roles in the construction industry.
Work Based Learning provides an opportunity for students to further develop their academic
learning which takes place in stage one of the programme. Students are required to apply their
learning on an on-going basis throughout the year and they keep a diary of their workplace
learning in the context of the academic content delivered on the programme. The student will
also link hours recorded in the diary back to SCSI competencies outlined in their apc
requirement via the quantity surveying route.
Learning Outcomes (LO):
On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
1 Show a strong understanding of how construction industry operates;
2 Analyse and evaluate worked based problems;
3 Justify actions taken on decisions made during work placement;
4 Demonstrate an ability to meet deadlines set for monthly reports, visits, and
presentations
5 Show a strong understanding of the role of the quantity surveyor within the construction
industry.
6 Ability to carry out quantity surveying related tasks in the workplace, at an entry
level.
7 Show evidence of achieving level2 on certain competencies within the SCSI
framework for the apc.
8 Have recorded 4 months’ work experience out of the total of 24months required by
the SCSI necessary for graduate route 1 on the apc.
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Indicative Syllabus:
Students will source employment in a suitable quantity surveying role prior to commencement
on the course. Once the course commences, the student will be monitored by a supervising
lecturer who will arrange one work based visit during the academic year, to review students
weekly work diary and meet the students line manager for an update on that students progress.
Students will be required to make a final presentation on the knowledge and skills gained
while engaging with the process and their general experience of work based learning to their
peers, lecturing staff and students who are involved with the programme, at the end of the
academic year.
Learning and Teaching Methods:
The Module employs a number of teaching and learning methods:
Briefing session: will provide an introduction to the key topics of the module which will be
supported by structured group discussion.
Independent study: Students will be responsible for engaging in independent reading in
order to consolidate and expand on the material covered in lectures and workshops.
Total Teaching Contact Hours
(Part-time Weekly contact hours: 0.5hrs and attendance at final presentation)
20
Total Self-Directed Learning Hours 180
Module Delivery Duration:
This module will delivered over one academic year.
Assessment
Assessment Type Weighting (%) LO
Assessment
(No.)
Continuous assessment 100% 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8
Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
(a) Derogations from General Assessment
Regulations
This module is a pass/fail
result only.
(b) Module Assessment Thresholds None
(c) Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements None
Essential Reading:
Ashworth, A. and Hogg, K., (2012), Willis’s Practice and Procedure for the Quantity
Surveyor, 12th edition, Blackwell Science
Environmental Research Unit, National Standard Building Elements and Design Control
Procedures
Society of Chartered Surveyors/ Construction Industry Federation (2009), ARM 4 Agreed
Rules of Measurement (4rd edit.).
The Institution of Civil Engineers, (2012), CESMM4, Civil Engineering Standard Method of
Measurement, 4th edition, Thomas Telford, London
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Supplemental Reading:
Ashworth, A. (2013). Cost Studies of Buildings, 5th Edition; Prentice Hall.
Cartlidge, D. (2006) New Aspects of Quantity Surveying Practice, 2nd Edition, Oxford;
Butterworth.
Crotty, R. (2012) The impact of building information modelling: transforming construction,
New York Spon
Hore A.V., O’Kelly M & Scully R ,(2010), Seeley and Winfield’s Building Quantities
Explained, Palgrave MacMillan.
Kirkham, R. (2007) Ferry & Brandon's Cost Planning of Building, 8th Edition, Blackwell
Publishing.
Lee, S., et al. (2011), Willis’s Elements of Quantity Surveying, Oxford; Blackwell Science.
Murray,G.P., (1997), Measurement of Building Services, Macmillan Press Ltd
New Rules of Measurement, (2009) Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors; RICS Books.
Seeley, I H. (1997) Quantity Surveying Practice, Houndmills, 2nd Edition, Basingstoke,
England: Macmillan.
Seeley, I.H., and Murray, G.P., (2001), Civil Engineering Quantities, 6th Edition, Palgrave
Version No: Amended By Fiacra McDonnell
Commencement
Date
September 2016 Associated
Programme Codes
Date of Academic Council approved June 2016