Title: Built Environment Law
Credits: 5
read more »The aim of the module if to enable the learners to develop a basic understanding of the Irish legal system as it relates to the Built Environment.
Title: Construction Technology
Credits: 10
read more »This module aims to convey the principals of technology, practice and materials involved in domestic building construction.
Title: Economics for Construction & Property Specialists
Credits: 10
read more »This module sets out to develop an understanding of the concepts and principles of economic theory in the context of the construction / property environment.
Title: IT & Communication Skills for Construction and Property Professionals
Credits: 5
read more »To develop the student's knowledge, intellectual skills and competence to enable them to undertake applied research using various Data Collection, Data Analysis and Presentation Techniques. The students will also develop their skills and knowledge in Information Management; Communications and Project Management.
Title: Measurement & Mathematics
Credits: 15
read more »To provide the student with a fundamental knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of quantity surveying ranging from the work of the quantity surveyor, standard system of measuring building work, the relationship between measurement and cost through to the measurement and calculation of key elements of small domestic buildings of simple design. To develop the students mathematical ability to solve problems relating to construction and property.
Title: QS Practice (Digital Graphical Resources)
Credits: 5
read more »To provide the students with a comprehensive knowledge of common digital drawing formats and an understanding of their inherent potential and limitations. It will include the configuration, conversion and rationalisation of various 2d and 3d drawing formats for manipulation and measurement within and between various software packages. The module will include the development of techniques for extracting relevant, accurate and usable dimensional information from 2d and 3d digital drawings through various CAD packages.
Title: Sustainable Building Services 1
Credits: 10
read more »The aim of this module is to enable learners to understand the role, technologies and design of building services and environmental systems in modern sustainable buildings.