Bachelor of Science (Honours) Construction Management

Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest

This course is suitable for those interested in the professional side of the construction industry. This course is a unique offering in Ireland and has been specifically designed to meet the modern requirements of a construction manager in a fast-evolving sector. While rooted in construction management fundamentals, the focus of this course is on contemporary challenges such as the implementation of lean management processes and proficiency in Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology. Upon successful completion of this course, the graduate will possess much sought-after skills in the modern construction management sector.The course will cover core areas of construction management, including Building Information Modelling (BIM),modern construction technology, lean project management and modern construction procurement and contract management. The course includes a minimum 24 week work placement. You will be exposed to a range of modules that are most relevant to digital construction management. You will be taught by academic staff with current industrial experience, and you will get direct exposure to relevant industrial practice.The skills developed through this course have been identified as in-demand through both published national reports and from direct consultation with industry, carried out by our technological university. Areas such as lean construction, ICT, modern methods of construction and lean project delivery are seen as key requirements in the construction sector. Identified skills such as lean project management, 4D Building Information Modelling, data management and procurement form the core of this course.Graduates from the course will find opportunities as construction managers, project managers, contract administrators/managers, careers in BIM, management and construction law (with further education). If travel is on your agenda, then this course is ideally suited to fulfil that ambition as it covers the many aspects of Building Information Modelling, construction technology, procurement and contract management that are recognised internationally.

Faculty of Sciences, Health and Technology