Course Summary
Course Category: CAO (Higher Education - HET)
Construction Management is the planning, coordination and control of a construction project from concept to completion, ensuring the project is delivered on time and on budget while adhering to the necessary environmental and health and safety standards.
It is an exciting time to study construction in Ireland as the National Development Plan and the National Planning Framework are set to reshape Ireland over the next two decades. Students will develop the necessary skills in management to deliver projects safely, on time, on budget and to the highest quality.
Course Details
What will you study?
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Domestic Technology and Structural Appreciation
Land Surveying
AutoCAD
IT and Communications
Applied Mathematics
Introduction to the Construction Industry
Materials, Building and Land Surveying
Building Services
Building Information Modelling
Construction Management Fundamentals
Measurement and Estimating
Commercial and Industrial Technology
Sustainable Technology
Earthworks Measurement
Construction Health, Safety and Risk Management
Measurement
Construction Law Introduction
Contract Management and Planning
Accounting and Mathematics
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Further Research
Career Progression
You can expect to work in one of the following areas: Work With Building Contractors, Work With Project Management Consultants, Work with Property Developers.
