Module Title:Project Management and Practice
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:8
Module Delivered In No Programmes
Teaching & Learning Strategies: Lectures Presentations Journal Articles Discussion Private Study Blackboard
Module Aim: This module prepares the Architectural Technologist Level 7 graduate to progress to Level 8 standard and demonstrate knowledge of and abilities in the range of duties and accountability required for practice as an Architectural Technologist. The module enables the exploration of the many routes and opportunities available to attain specialisation in particular facets of the Architectural project, through further study/programmes. The module also raises awareness of the need for the Architectural Technologist to continue to develop their knowledge, skill and competence throughout their career in the interests of best practice.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Demonstrate the requirements of Competence 1: Context
LO2 Demonstrate the requirements of Competence 4: Procurement
LO3 Demonstrate the requirements of Competence 6: Management
LO4 Integrate the relevant elements of other Competences: Communication; Technology; Regulation; Professionalism; Research
LO5 Have the ability to reflect on and proceed competently using personal and project feedback
LO6 Have the ability to discuss, develop and participate in group projects, in a collaborative and professional manner
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Transition from Level 7 to Level 8 Architectural Technologist
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RIAI Standards of Knowledge, Skill and Competence - Level 8
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The Design/Project/Construction/Collaborative Team
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RIAI Work Stages, and RIBA Plan of Work
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Safety, Health and Welfare & Risk Assessment in Project Management
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Site Planning and Management re: Programme
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Quality Management Systems Designing out Waste and Life Cycle Assessme
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Sustainable Procurement
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BREEAM and Management
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BIM and its Project Management Attributes
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Assessment Breakdown%
Project40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%
No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Project 3 - 5 Projects 1,2,3,4,5,6 40.00 n/a
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam No Description 1,2,3,4,5,6 60.00 End-of-Semester

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture 30 Weeks per Stage 2.00
Estimated Learner Hours 30 Weeks per Stage 4.00
Total Hours 180.00