Measurement & Construction Economics

Letterkenny Institute of Technology

 

Course Name Measurement & Construction Economics
Course Provider Letterkenny Institute of Technology
Course Code ECON_C7A01
Course Type Lifelong Learning
Qualifications
Award NameNFQ ClassificationAwarding BodyNFQ Level
Single Subject Certificate Letterkenny Institute of Technology None
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Attendance Options Part time, Afternoon, Daytime
Location (Districts) Letterkenny
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment September (annually)
Duration 4 Hours x 13 weeks
1 Semester (September - December)
Course Fee €150
Entry Requirements Minimum Entry Requirements
An interest in measurement and the construction industry.
Course Content Is this Course for You?

This module will mainly focus the learner’s attention on the concept of achieving value for money in building with a focus on cost solutions for fireproofing materials. Learners will continue to develop skills in the measurement of selected building elements and will be introduced to the principles and mechanics of cost planning and preparing tenders.
Subjects Taught Year/Semester Modules No of credits Class hours per week

1

5 credits

Lectures 2
Tutorials 1
Lab/ Studio practicals 1
Independent learning 3
Careers or Further Progression Follow-on Courses

This is a stand-alone 5 credit module.

A Land Surveying module offered in block in Semester 2 (February – May) may be combined with this module to form a Certificate in Construction Economics and Surveying (10 credit).

The module will give an introduction to the discipline of Quantity Surveying which LYIT offers degree (LY507) and honours degree (LY518) programmes in Measurement & Construction Economics.
Further Enquiries For Further Information:
Contact: Anne Boner,
Head of Civil Engineering & Construction,
Letterkenny Institute of Technology by
E- Mail: anne.boner@lyit.ie
Telephone: (074) 186403
Facebook:
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