Interdisciplinary Studies in Construction

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Interdisciplinary Studies in Construction (BPM101)

Applications Open: 01 October 2024

Applications Close: 15 November 2024

Next Available Intake: January 2025

Course Types: Modular Undergraduate Course

Language: English

Duration: 6 months

Fees: $1392 View More Details on Fees

Area of Interest: Built Environment

Schemes: Alumni Continuing Education (ACE)

Funding: SkillsFuture

School/Department: School of Science and Technology

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Synopsis

BPM101 Interdisciplinary Studies in Construction provides student an insight into the roles and responsibilities of the main players in a construction project, including the client, architect, engineer (civil, structural, electrical and mechanical), quantity surveyor, project manager, main contractor, specialist contractor and subcontractor. Their job scopes are identified so as to remove functional silos between the professions, and to facilitate and promote an integrated approach to the development, design and implementation of construction projects.

Level: 1
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JAN

Topics

The Nature of Projects
The Nature of Contracts and Project RelationshipsThe
Roles and Responsibilities of Project ‘Initiators’
Roles and Responsibilities of Project 'Guardians'
Roles and Responsibilities of Project Designer
Roles and Responsibilities of Project Specialists
Roles and Responsibilities of Project 'Implementers'
Roles and Responsibilities of Project ‘Conductors'
Examining the Project Organisation
The Silo Effect
Leadership and Integration
Integration and Productivity

Learning Outcome

Identify the main stakeholders in a construction project
Describe the responsibilities of the architect, engineer, quantity surveyor, builder, subcontractor, supplier and project manager
Illustrate the importance of interdisciplinary integration in a construction project
Identify the problem of functional silos between the different professions in a construction project
Explain how the construction industry can transform from one that is Dirty, Dangerous and Demanding to one that is Progressive, Productive and Professional
Demonstrate understanding and ability to improve productivity in a construction project