To introduce the students a general picture of the construction industry together with the contemporary management topics.
To provide the students with basic information on principles of construction project management and increase their awareness on major tasks of a construction manager.
To present some of the techniques and methods used during the management of a construction project such as network analysis, cost estimating techniques, time management etc.
To help the students to understand the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved in a construction project, basic phases of a construction project and the way different parties work together to increase performance in a construction project.
To give them brief information about the Turkish construction industry and Turkish practice giving reference to current rules and regulations (bidding and tender regulations and laws).
To increase the awareness of students on the issues of professional responsibility, and the environmental and economic impacts of the construction industry.
Hendrickson, C + Au, T. (1998) "Project Management for Construction, Fundamental Concepts for Owners, Engineers, Architects and Builders", Department of Civil Enginering, Carnegie Mellon University
Other Sources
-Sidney L. (2006) "Project Management in Construction", McGraw Hill Professional.
-George R, Sidney L. (2013) "Total Construction Project Management, Second Edition,McGraw Hill Professional.
Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Introductin and the history of project management.
Verbal lecture
2. Week
Definition of the project concept, Iron triangle, Project parties
Verbal lecture
3. Week
Project life cycle, project cycle management
Verbal lecture
4. Week
Project documentation
Verbal lecture
5. Week
Construction site and company organization.
Verbal lecture
6. Week
Procurement methods
Verbal lecture
7. Week
Procurement methods
Verbal lecture
8. Week
Construction Contracts
Verbal lecture
9. Week
Construction Contracts
Verbal lecture
10. Week
Risk in construction projects
Verbal lecture
11. Week
Time management
Verbal lecture
12. Week
Time management
Verbal lecture
13. Week
Budget and Cash flow management
Verbal lecture
14. Week
Budget and Cash flow management
Verbal lecture
15. Week
16. Week
17. Week
Assessments
Evaluation tools
Quantity
Weight(%)
Midterm(s)
1
40
Final Exam
1
60
Program Outcomes
PO-1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO-2
Ability to formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
PO-3
Ability to design a complex systemi process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired results; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
PO-4
Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and Solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
PO-5
Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investing complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
PO-6
Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
PO-7
Ability to communicate effectivley, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instruction.
PO-8
Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
PO-9
Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
PO-10
Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
PO-11
Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1
Organizes construction projects. (SKILL)
LO-2
Understands construction contracts. (SKILL)
LO-3
Makes risk analysis in construction projects. (SKILL)
LO-4
Understands and applies time management methods. (SKILL)
LO-5
Gains knowledge of cash flow analysis. (KNOWLEDGE)
