BSc (Hons) Construction Management Bachelor's degree at the University of Portsmouth

You'll learn how to use standard industry measurement convention and techniniques (nrm2) in order to build up quantities within individual work sections, cost them and then produce a bill of quantities. You'll learn how to interpret 2d drawings and how to produce a take-off using conventional techniques. You'll also be introduced to the most popular industry software in order to undertake this same function.

You'll learn the basic techniques used in common construction activities and the management of the construction process, focusing on cost, time, and quality. A strong emphasis is placed on the important role of health and safety, risk assessments, environmental management, and relevant regulations. you'll also be introduced to a range of techniques and tools for costing, planning and quality mangement of construction projects. You'll apply knowledge and techniques you have learnt in to a real-world project incorporating key considerations including sustainability.

You'll gain an insight of the role and the code of conduct of the professional bodies and learn the importance of professional ethics and personal integrity in the built environment sector. The practical element of the module will allow you to work with the others, develop communication skill and gain proficiency in handling digital tools and equipment. The assessment will offer an opportunity for you to demonstrate how you have furthered your digital skills through working with digital data, cad drawings and 3d models.

This module provides students with the concepts of various construction materials such as concrete, metal, timber, masonry and recycled/sustainable materials. This will help students to learn about material's constituents, manufacturing processes, sustainability aspects, and in-service behaviour. Students will also be involved with laboratory testing on different materials to understand the behaviour and strength of the materials and provide lab report using the data collected from their experiments.

You'll explore the pre-contract role of a construction professional in this module, making reference to RIBA Plan of Work. You'll cover project inception, initial design, cost estimation and budgeting, alongside study of procurement and standard forms of contracts. When you complete this module, you'll have a strong grasp of the construction tendering process, and the management of risk and uncertainty within it.

You'll synthesize career development skills with social and environmentally conscious design, and broaden your knowledge with lectures from guest speakers. Key skills you'll develop include creative technical realization; well-rounded data analysis; communication of your proposals graphically and textually; and formulating continuing development plans. You’ll hone your technical creativity, hold your plans to professional standards, and reflect on your progress toward a career in the civil engineering sector.

Through theory and case studies, you'll develop skills to plan, monitor, and control projects while considering technical and human factors. You'll use industry-standard techniques like WBS and CPM to create organizational structures, schedules, budgets, and risk management plans, covering the project cycle from initiation and stakeholder engagement to procurement and sustainability integration. With individual and group assignments, you'll apply your learning to demonstrate effective project planning, teamwork, and communication. By the end, you'll have core competencies and techniques to successfully manage construction projects.

You'll visualise statistical data, dissect numerical trends, and examine macroeconomic impacts that influence the construction industry. You'll also make calculations on the time value of money, develop project cash flows, and develop a sound numerical and economic foundation for the built environment sector.

You'll describe site requirements and manage injuries or illness, in line with key legislation. You'll also learn to create a positive safety culture and to advise on risk assessments.

You'll work in a small, multi-disciplinary team to deliver actionable information seamlessly across multiple providers, overcoming the fragmentation of specialisms in the Architectural, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry. You'll cover the different dimensions of BIM, from 3D to 7D, and gain hands-on experience with the industry tools that facilitate improved communication and project outcomes.

In this cross-disciplinary module, you'll analyse generation processes, conservation avenues, resource transportation/storage, and factors influencing plant siting. On completion, you'll be empowered to pursue energy infrastructure solutions balancing sustainability, reliability, and accessibility.

In the initial phase of this module, you'll plan your field study collaboratively, gaining experience in desktop research, CAD drawing, and equipment calibration. You'll then travel to a residential fieldwork site, where you'll gather spatial data, perform calculations, and construct temporary structures. Across the module, you'll learn to appraise peer work, reflect on your own growth, and prepare for your civil engineering career.

By surveying local sites like Portsmouth Dockyard, you'll evaluate refurbishment issues first-hand. You'll analyse factors that enhance heritage value for different groups, and appraise strategies like listing and conservation areas. Working in a team, you'll organize a focus group, synthesize literature, and present recommendations for a heritage project. With real-world experiences, you'll gain insight into protecting our past while meeting modern needs.

You'll propose ethical solutions to significant problems, analyse literature, and plan in-depth investigations, then undertake your plan, collecting key data and communicating your findings clearly.

You'll identify contract types and apply them to industry case studies, analysing risks and failures. Through research and discussion, you'll evaluate corporate decision-making, relating business objectives to wider societal contexts. With well-rounded knowledge of construction law and management, you'll be equipped to operate effectively within companies and contracts.

You'll analyse processes, allowing you to plan and programme seamless projects. Gaining commercial insight, you'll fulfil client needs and contractual duties. You'll combine your understanding of the project lifecycle with leadership abilities, learning to unite teams to deliver efficient projects on time and on budget.

Your team will explore technical, legal, economic, and management spheres, and present your progress in professional reports and presentations. You'll address factors such as constructability, safety, sustainability, and cost, and produce a final brief that adds to your employability portfolio

In this module, you'll evaluate innovative carbon reduction technologies, sustainable materials, waste management and modern methods of construction. As you consider the concept of sustainable construction and its ability to contribute to a net zero future, you'll learn to appraise innovative practices in the sector.