Construction Management - Letterkenny
The construction manager is a key professional on a multidisciplinary design team. Their roles have become increasingly important in the development and delivery of construction solutions using emerging technologies and building techniques, playing their part in the global implementation of Building Information Modelling (BIM).
| Award Name | Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
3 years full-time.
Entry Requirements
Applicants wishing to transfer onto this programme will typically have successfully completed Year 1 of the AU242 Construction (Common Entry) programme or hold a Level 6 Higher Certificate in a related programme. Standard applicants will present a qualification at an appropriate level on the National Framework of Qualifications. Non-standard applicants must present equivalent Higher Education awards, i.e. those that have the necessary number of ECTS credits and/or appropriate learning outcomes.
Careers / Further progression
Careers
This programme leads to a qualification in an area where strong employment opportunities have been identified, namely, construction management utilising BIM processes and technology. A shortage of construction professionals within the industry means that graduates have excellent career prospects with building and civil engineering contractors, surveying consultants, property developers or property services consultants. Graduate careers may include working as a construction manager or a contracts manager.
Progression
Successful graduates may apply to join Year 4 of the Level 8 programme in Construction Management.
Further information
Course Overview
This programme is for students progressing from the AU242 Construction (Common Entry) who wish to specialise in Construction Management from Year 2 of their studies.
The construction manager is a key professional on a multidisciplinary design team. Their roles have become increasingly important in the development and delivery of construction solutions using emerging technologies and building techniques, playing their part in the global implementation of Building Information Modelling (BIM). This programme offers learners multi-discipline project-based modules. The subjects cover a wide range of expertise pertinent to the construction industry.
There is a 6 week work placement as part of this programme to give students some hands-on experience and apply their academic knowledge in a real-world setting.
Year 1
Semester 1 Mandatory Modules:
Architectural Project 1
Construction Technology 1
Mathematics 1
Physics 1
Technical Writing & Communication
Semester 2 Mandatory Modules:
Architectural Project 2
Construction Management Principles
Construction Technology 2
Building Services 1
Land Surveying & GIS
Year 2
Semester 1 Mandatory Modules:
Architectural History & Conservation
Mechanical and Electrical Scheduling
Surveying 1
Advanced Construction Technology
Structural Design & Materials
Measurement & Construction Economics
Semester 2 Mandatory Modules:
Integrated BIM Project
Project Control
Renewable Energy Resources
Building Services 2
Site Organisation
Year 3
Semester 1 Mandatory Modules:
BIM for Virtual Design and Construction
Building Energy Management
Fire Engineering
Financial Management
Semester 2 Mandatory Modules:
Document Control & Public Procurement
Digital Land Surveying
Industry Case Study
Professional Practice
Work Placement with Programming Project
Department of Civil Engineering & Construction
Emma Coyle
Head of Department
T: +353 (0)74 918 6408
E: Emma.Coyle@atu.ie