Courses & Units

Construction Project Management ZAX106

Introduction

In this unit you will learn project management concepts, tools and processes used in the formulation, delivery and management of construction projects. Your learning will focus on practical examples and incorporate analysis of construction project case studies. You will develop skills in construction project management processes, project troubleshooting, and formulation of a detailed project plan. This unit will include tutorials and workshops with guest speakers from industry and provide you with the opportunity to consolidate your learnings from other units.

Summary

Unit name Construction Project Management
Unit code ZAX106
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Business & Economics
University College
Discipline Business and Management UC
Coordinator Ms Fiona Brodribb
Available as an elective? No
Delivered By University of Tasmania

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Semester 2 On-Campus International Domestic
Launceston Semester 2 On-Campus International Domestic
Cradle Coast Semester 2 On-Campus International Domestic
Online Semester 2 Off-Campus International Domestic

Key

On-campus
Off-Campus
International students
Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 22/7/2024 16/8/2024 9/9/2024 27/10/2024

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Learning Outcomes

  • Identify and apply construction project management concepts and tools.
  • Analyse and evaluate construction project planning processes and techniques.
  • Investigate, formulate and communicate construction project management plans.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
040303 $1,118.00 $1,118.00 not applicable $2,648.00

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Requisites

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

ZAA233

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Weekly or fortnightly tutorials (after hours) and one full day face-to-face workshop per semester.
 

AssessmentAT1: Project Management Quiz and Knowledge Workbook (15%)|AT2: Project Plan (40%)|AT3: Construction Project Delivery Plan (45%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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