Advanced Construction Technology

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Advanced Construction Technology (BPM405)

Applications Open: To be confirmed

Applications Close: To be confirmed

Next Available Intake: To be confirmed

Course Types: Modular Undergraduate Course

Language: English

Duration: 6 months

Fees: To be confirmed

Area of Interest: Built Environment

Schemes: To be confirmed

Funding: To be confirmed

School/Department: School of Science and Technology

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Synopsis

BPM405 Advanced Construction Technology provides students an insight into how advanced construction technologies and systems such as precast technology and systems construction are used to enhance productivity and performance in construction projects. Students will be given an understanding of the advantages of rapid and lean construction, and how precast technology and systems construction can help to reduce wastages, improve safety and quality and save on time and cost.

Level: 4
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JAN

Topics

Advanced Construction Methods
Advanced Construction Technology and Systems
Rapid Construction and Lean Construction
Off-site Construction
Modular Construction and Prefabrication
Precast Technology
Systems Construction
Quality and Standards Requirements
Precast Technology and Systems Construction in Civil Works
Precast Technology and Systems Construction in Buildings Works
Limitations of Precast Technology and Systems Construction
Benefits of Precast Technology and Systems Construction

Learning Outcome

Discuss advanced construction methods, technology and systems
Appraise the benefits of precast technology and systems construction
Compare on-site construction with off-site construction
Examine and identify areas of construction that could make use of advanced construction technology, precast technology and systems construction
Recommend advanced construction methods, technology and systems in construction projects
Improve safety, quality and savings on time and cost by using precast technology and systems construction