This module will evaluate and assess the documentation required to describe and measure electrical works in accordance with the Agreed Rules of Measurement in various installation scenarios. The documentation produced will be instrumental in the subsequent financial management of the work.

1. Evaluate the various installations and the intricacies associated with the description and measurement of eachi.e. general services and lighting, fire detection, access control and security alarm etc.

2. Formulate descriptions for and quantify the equipment and control gear associated with individual installations.

3. Assess and appraisethe requirements surrounding the measurement of cabling, sub-circuitsand containment.

4. Interpret, measure and describe sundry items (marking, testing and commissioning, operation maintenance manuals, as installed drawings, identification plates, keys, tools, etc.) and builders work required.

5. Formulate and assess a Bill of Quantities (or part thereof as appropriate) which will form part of the Tender Package and subsequently the Contract Package; this document to be in compliance with all relevant contractual documentation and to be capable of being interpreted by all and any in the pricing and financial management of a construction project.

Electrical Building Services Technology will enable learners to formulate critical opinions of electrical building services technology and building systems utilised in the Built Environment. It will enable learners to evaluate and assess the requisite electrical services elements, systems and components which combine to complete a variety of efficient functioning building types. This will require learners to assess and evaluate the relationships between the CSA (Civil, Structural and Architectural) disciplines and the building services personnel.

1. Appraiseand evaluate basic electrical services technology including; generating and standby plant, switchgear, power distribution options, lighting and general services, protective services, transport, communications, lightning protection and mechanical wiring as required to complete an efficient functioning building in accordance with the clients requirements.

2. Formulate and assess the commercial issues involved with electrical design development.

3. Appraise and discuss that which is identified as builders work and predict the extent to which it is required.

4. Explain and discussthe significance and importance of Building Management Systems.

5. Evaluate how to procure specified Electrical Building Services components and Electrical Subcontract work packages.

Building Information Modelling [BIM] is an area that is developing in the construction industry, with an increasing number of projects undertaking the BIM process. However, there is a common misconception that BIM means 3D design only. In fact, it means considerably more. BIM is a process for creating and managing all of the information on a project ‑ before, during and after construction. The output of this process is the Building Information Model, the digital description of every aspect of the constructed asset.

This module will cover the BIM project lifecycle and provide the learner with detailed knowledge and the skills required in order to manage each step of the BIM process. This module will provide an understanding of the BIM process and standards including the essential elements for successful delivery of projects to BIM level 2. It will also detailing collaboration and implementation processes.

1. Evaluate and assess BIM collaboration software and BIM standards
2. Formulate solutions for implementing the Employer Information Requirements document, BIM Execution Plan and Common Data Environment in accordance to the required standards

3. Assess and develop a collaborative approach in a BIM environment

4. Devise solutions for the continuous improvement of BIM coordination

5. Understand and measure BIM from a whole life cycle perspective

The module considers the nature and importance of contracts and procurement and their role within project management. Procurement and contracts are integral to successful project delivery. This course examines the processes used to procure products and services that are required by the project team or the project organisation. Students learn how to plan procurements, conduct a tendering process, negotiate and administer the resulting contract. A key aspect to this course is developing an understanding of the key legal implications of contracts as they relate to project success.

1. Critically analyse the effect procurement and contract management strategies have on the overall project system.
2. Evaluate thestandardmethods of procurementand demonstate the ability to give reasoned advice on the appropriateness of various procurement routes.
3. Critically assess the varying forms of contract andthe incorporation ofterms and conditionsrelating to theexposure, transfer and mitigation of risk.
4. Establish effective project communications plan and performance measurement/monitoring against contractual terms.
5. Demonstrate knowledge and applied understanding of important legal issues that underpin and influence both contract and procurement law. Critically analyse the key legalconceptstaht may arise fromparticular procurement option.
6. Critically evaluate the theory and development of negotiating approaches and to develop appropriate negotiation strategies for use in project management.

This module aims to evaluate and critically assess documentation required to describe and measure mechanical works in accordance with the Agreed Rules of Measurement in various installation scenarios. The documentation produced will be instrumental in the subsequent financial management of mechanical works.

1. Evaluate the various installations and the intricacies associated with the description and measurement of each i.e. water, heating, ventilation and air conditioning etc.

2. Formulate descriptions for and quantify the plant and equipment associated with individual installations in accordance with the Agreed Rules of Measurement

3. Appraise and assessthe requirements surrounding the measurement of pipework, ductwork and insulationin any of the chosen installations etc.

4. Determine, measure and describe sundry items (marking, testing and commissioning, operation maintenance manuals, as installed drawings, identification plates, keys, tools, etc.) and builders work required in accordance with the Agreed Rules of Measurement

5. Formulate and assess a Bill of Quantities (or part thereof as appropriate) which will form part of the Tender Package and subsequently the Contract Package; this document to be in compliance with all relevant contractual documentation and to be capable of being interpreted by all and any in the pricing and financial management of a construction project.

Mechanical Building Services Technology will enable learners to develop critical opinions of mechanical building services technology and building systems. It will enable learners to evaluate and assess the requisite mechanical services elements, systems and components which combine to complete a variety of efficient functioning building types. This will require learners to appraise and evaluate the relationships between the CSA (Civil, Structural and Architectural) disciplines and the building services personnel. The learner will develop the necessary skill sets to formulate the range of options best suited to the building's use in accordance with the clients requirements and critique the commercial implications involved in the design development.

1. Assess and evaluate basic mechanical building services technology including; utility services, main plant, boiler plant, flues, fuel storage, control systems, drainage and refuse disposal, hot and cold-water services, ventilation and air conditioning, space heating, fire suppression, etc. + associated builders, pipework, ductwork and insulation.

2. Formulate and assess the commercial issues involved with mechanical and electrical design development.

3. Evaluate and discuss that which is identified as builders work and assess the extent to which it is required.

4. Explainthe significance and importance of Building Management Systems.

5. Evaluate how to procure specified Mechanical Building Services components and Mechanical Subcontract work packages.

This module introduces the student to the various economic schools and examines the economics of the construction sector and the economic environment in which construction firms operate. The module also aims to develop the students awareness and understanding of financial management in construction and how companies structure their finances and the sources of capital. The module will introduce the leaner to various methods for construction project appraisal, with particular emphasis on; Net Present Worth evaluation, Equivalent Annual Worth and Internal Rate of Return techniques.

1. Critically appraise the importance of the construction industry to the economy.
2. Develop an understanding of the effects of macroeconomic policies on construction firms and their response to such policies.
3. Analyse and assess the theories of corporate and financial planning of organisations in the construction industry and appreciate the relevance of business strategy to construction contractors.
4. Demonstrate a critical awareness of the need for financial management in construction.
5. Financially appraise and evaluate alternative schemes and strategies.

This subject takes a potential entrepreneur through the process of starting a business, from first thoughts about self-employment to the practicalities of start-up. The student will be required to generate a new Business Plan for a start-up business.

For those students already in employment, this module will focus on 'intrapreneurship'. Intrapreneurship is the process by which companies seek to maintain their competitive edge in innovation and profit by asking employees to spawn new businesses within their company. This module would provide the student with a greater understanding of what it would take to run a particular aspect of the company, perhaps a new product line, department or subsidiary.

Key reasons major corporations encourage intrapreneurship are:

Technology and globalisation are increasing competition. Companies that can pounce quickly on new opportunities will have an advantage over slower competitors.

A recent McKinsey report shows that a company's chances of holding on to a top position are fading. The key player in any industry will have a tougher time holding onto the top spot now more than ever. Leaders must become flexible and entrepreneurial.

•Employee loyalty is ending. If employees feel their great idea would be better received by the competition, they will leave more quickly than ever before. Take, for example, the case of Palm. The company grew large; it started stifling intrapreneurship, and the founders left to start Handspring. Then Palm realised its mistake and purchased Handspring back at a huge cost.

Topics to be addressed include: What makes a good entrepreneur / intrapreneur? Developing a strategy Market Research, Marketing & Advertising Innovation Financial support Preparing budgets and cash flow statements How to generate a business plan How to present your plan to potential investors

It is not required that the proposed new business will be taken any further than the end of the academic year. The marking criteria will take into account how innovative the idea is, that the plan is realistic (potential sales, market share, market research, financial projections) and that students have addressed the main issues including staffing, funding, and route to market.

Note: Guest lectures from industry and government agencies will be utilised on this course.

1. Prepare a Market Research and Feasibility Study for a new manufacturing or service business
2. Develop a Strategy, Mission Statement and Vision for the new business.
3. Identify the optimum business and legal structure and manage Intellectual Property requirements for the new business
4. Generate financial statements, operating budgets and cash flow statements.
5. Integrate all of the above items in order to prepare and present the business plan to a group of potential investors, state agencies and financiers

In this module the student will acquire a comprehensive knowledge of strategy making, strategy transformation and implementation, learn how to recognise corporate structures and how to influence decision making in the hierarchy.

1. think strategically about a company, its present business position, its long-term direction, its resources and competitive capabilities, the calibre of its strategy, and its opportunities for gaining sustainable competitive advantage.
2. craft business strategy, reason carefully about strategic options, use what-if analysis to evaluate action alternatives, and make sound strategic decisions.
3. Demonstrate why the different parts of a business need to be managed in strategic harmony for the organization to operate in winning fashion.
4. have strongerpowers of managerial judgment,be ableto assess business risk, and improved ability to make sound business decisions and achieve effective outcomes.
5. appreciate how ethical principles, core values, and socially responsible management practices matter greatly in the conduct of a companys business.