University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Science Honours in Construction Management

Physical Planning and Construction - Physical Planning Design and Management

Purpose and Rationale

Bachelor of Science Honours in Construction Management

Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to equip learners with professional attributes, project management skills, and Construction Management competencies. It aims to develop well-rounded managers with technical leadership skills that meet the needs of the construction industry.

Rationale:
Construction Management is identified as a scarce skill within the construction sector. This qualification is designed to directly address this shortage by producing registered Construction Managers who can contribute to the National Development Plan. Endorsed by the SACPCMP, completion of this qualification allows learners to attain full registration as Professional Construction Managers, expanding their career opportunities in various sectors including construction contracting, mining, and petro-chemical industries. The target stakeholders are the public and private sectors in the construction industry, seeking individuals with advanced technical and analytical capabilities.

Target Audience:
This qualification is suitable for individuals interested in becoming Professional Consultant Construction Managers and for those seeking academic advancement through postgraduate studies in Construction Management.

Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of advanced construction methods and techniques.
  2. Apply management principles to effectively solve managerial problems in the construction industry.
  3. Critically evaluate the various roles and functions in the construction management process.
  4. Critically evaluate legislative requirements in the construction industry.
  5. Critically evaluate available resources during construction management processes.
  6. Conduct research projects in the construction industry.

Assessment Criteria

Exit Level Outcome 1

  • Mechanisation Techniques
    • Benefits:
      • Increased productivity and efficiency
      • Improved accuracy and quality of work
      • Enhanced safety for workers
      • Reduction in labor costs
    • Challenges:
      • Initial investment costs can be high
      • Maintenance and repair costs
      • Need for skilled operators
      • Potential job displacement for manual laborers

Exit Level Outcome 2

  • Human Resource Management
    • Challenges and Benefits:
      • Challenges:
        • High turnover rates in the construction industry
        • Managing diverse teams and cultures
        • Compliance with labor laws and regulations
      • Benefits:
        • Improved employee morale and motivation
        • Increased productivity and efficiency
        • Better recruitment and retention of skilled workers
  • Industrial Relations
    • Understanding of labor laws, unions, and negotiations in the construction industry
  • Competitive Advantage
    • Evaluating how an organization's resources, capabilities, and strategies contribute to its competitive advantage

Exit Level Outcome 3

  • Team Management
    • Illustrating roles as a team member and leader in construction management
    • Evaluating the function of a facility manager in ensuring smooth operations

Exit Level Outcome 4

  • Legal Principles
    • Applying commercial and mercantile law principles in construction management
    • Understanding contractual claims, administration of construction contracts, and procurement processes
    • Knowledge of the SACPCMP Act
    • Role of Ethics and professional practice in construction management

Exit Level Outcome 5

  • Organizational Analysis
    • Evaluating strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities of an organization in the construction industry
    • Offering viable and innovative solutions for projects with constrained resources

Exit Level Outcome 6

  • Research Skills
    • Demonstrating the ability to independently investigate and conduct research within the discipline
    • Analyzing and interpreting results to provide valid conclusions

Integrated Assessment

  • Assessment opportunities before final summative assessment for each module
  • Formative assessments such as project reports, case studies, assignments
  • No experiential learning in the qualification

Summative Assessment

  • Intermediate assessments combined with final examination marks
  • Research report assessed by two assessors, one internal and one external

Qualification Details

Type
Honours Degree
NQF Level
08
Min. Credits
120
SAQA Source
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Description
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a public university located in Johannesburg, South Africa. It was established in 2005 through the merger of the Rand Afrikaans University, Technikon Witwatersrand, and the Soweto and East Rand campuses of Vista University. UJ is one of the largest universities in South Africa, with over 50,000 students enrolled across its four campuses. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields, including arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, business, and health sciences. UJ is known for its commitment to providing quality education, promoting social justice, and fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.

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