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LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Lecture

Practical

Workshop

Module Offerings

5610BECC-SEP-PAR

Aims

To explore theories and practices relating to project management, and to provide knowledge and/or information to the solution of familiar and unfamiliar problems.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Compare project management theories, practices and standards; and their appropriateness for different types of projects
2.
Describe and analyse the structure of successful construction management organisations and the procedures used for the effective management of risk
3.
Discuss the key stages of the construction site process and demonstrate how human resource/people management methods affect the construction process.
4.
Analyse a construction site and its local environment to produce site layout plans and temporary works details for the various pre-construction paperwork needed for a given project, which covers key policies, procedures and priorities.
5.
Determine the duration and sequence of construction activities and create a construction programme using industry-standard software for a given project

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:● Definition of a project and project management ● Lewin's change management theory and its application in construction ● Site manager responsibilities ● History of construction management and project management. ● The evolution of key theorist management techniques ● Professional recognition and standards ● Project management techniques ● Resource management ● Mobilisation ● Master programmes and Gannt charts ● Critical path analysis and methods ● Identification of slack time ● Risk management and risk register ● Arrangements for planning and managing the construction work ● Health and Safety file ● Project roles ● Site set-up ● Safety risks ● Construction phase paperwork and checklists ● Project management software
Additional Information:This module will enable learners to gain an understanding of the techniques used managing housing developments including planning and scheduling

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