Bachelor of Science in Construction Management

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School of Engineering and Technology

Department of Civil Engineering and Construction Management

OVERVIEW:
Description of the Programme:

The Bachelor of Science in Construction Management is a four (4) year full-time degree programme.

The programme aims at providing the student with skills to manage the implementation of architectural and civil engineering design drawings, innovate implementation solutions which optimize use of resources and maximizes product quality and create successful construction business which can compete in the global market. The modern construction manager requires both technical and enterprise management competency and this course provide this necessary mix. 

Admission Requirements:

Candidates must satisfy the minimum University entry requirements.

In addition, they should meet the following requirements:

a) Have at least a mean grade of C+ in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). In addition, candidates are expected to have obtained at least a grade C(Plain) or above in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Or

b) Have two principal passes in science subjects in KACE and at least a credit in mathematics. Or

c) Have Diploma or Higher Diploma in Construction Management, Building Technology, Civil Engineering or any other related discipline from a recognized university or college. Or

d) Have a related degree from a recognized University.

Programme Learning Objectives (PLOs):

The overall objective of the programme is to produce professionals who will be particularly competent to manage Building and Civil Engineering construction industry in a professional manner to ensure quality products.

The specific objectives of the programme are:

a) To develop competence in students in applying technological solutions to contemporary construction industry problems.

b) To develop capacity of the students to address management challenges in building industry for enhanced efficiency and improved quality products.

c) To develop competence in students to research upon and create better building methods for effective and efficient utilization of resources.



STRUCTURE OF PROGRAMME:
Duration of the Program:

a) The degree shall normally take four academic years of 8 semesters.

b) Courses shall be offered in units. A course unit is defined as that part of a subject described by a coherent syllabus and taught normally over a period of a semester. It

Courses Distribution:

FIRST YEAR: SEMESTER ONE

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TCM 3111 Engineering Drawing I 21 21 42               1C
TCM 3112 History of Construction 42 0 42               1C
SCH 3111 Inorganic Chemistry  28 14 42               1R
SMA 3111 Mathematics I 42 0 42               1R
EEL 3115 Communication Skills 42 0 42               1R
SBI 3114 HIV and AIDS 42 0 42               1R
SPH 3111 Physics I 28 14 42               1R
SCS 3111 Computer Organization and Application 28 14 42               1R
Total 273 63 336 8

FIRST YEAR: SEMESTER TWO

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TCM 3121 Material Science I 28 14 42               1C
TCM 3122 Engineering Drawing II 21 21 42               1C
TCM 3123 Physics Environment  28 14 42               1C
ERP 3125 Social Ethics and Integrity 42 0 42               1R
SMA 3121 Mathematics II 42 0 42               1R
SLB 3121 Development Studies 42 0 42               1R
SCH 3121 Organic Chemistry 28 14 42               1R
SPH 3111 Physics II 28 14 42               1R
Total 259 77 336 8


SECOND YEAR: SEMESTER ONE

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TCM 3211 Soil Mechanics 28 14 42               1C
TCM 3212 Building Technology I 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3213 Material Science II 28 14 42               1C
TCM 3214 Building Science 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3215 Workshop Technology I 21 21 42               1C
TCM 3216 Civil Engineering Construction I 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3217 Engineering Survey I 28 14 42               1C
BBM 3211 Elements of Economics 42 0 42               1R
Total 280 56 336 8

SECOND YEAR: SEMESTER TWO

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TCM 3221 Building Technology II 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3222 Structures I 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3223 Civil Engineering Construction II 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3224 Building Services I 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3225 Workshop Technology II 21 21 42               1C
TCM 3226 Engineering Surveying II 28 14 42               1C
TCM 3227 Design Studio I 28 56 84               2C
Total 245 91 336 8

SECOND YEAR: SEMESTER THREE

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TET 3231 Industrial Attachment 0 0 480 1C


THIRD YEAR: SEMESTER ONE

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TCM 3311 Structures II 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3312 Construction Project Planning and Control 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3313 Measurement of Construction Works I 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3314 Building Services II 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3315 Construction Economics 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3316 Design Studio II 28 56 84               2C
TCM 3318 Research Methods 42 0 42               1R
Total 280 56 336 8


THIRD YEAR: SEMESTER TWO

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TCM 3321 Structures III 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3322 CAD Drafting in Construction Management 21 21 42               1C
TCM 3323 Building Technology III 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3324 Construction Plant and Equipment Management 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3325 Measurement for Construction Works II 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3326 Design Studio III 28 56 84               2C
PES 3324 Sustainable Development 42 0 42               1R
Total 0 0 378 6

THIRD YEAR: SEMESTER THREE

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TET 3331 Industrial Attachment

480


FOURTH YEAR: SEMESTER ONE

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TCM 3411 Construction and Law 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3412 Site Organization and Management 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3413 Maintenance and Rehabilitation 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3414 Design Studio IV 28 56 84               2C
TCM 3415 Research Project I 14 28 42               1C
PES 3411 Environmental Impact Assessment and Audit 42 0 42               1R
BBM 3411 Cost Planning and Cost Control 42 0 42               1R
Total 252 84 336 8

FOURTH YEAR: SEMESTER TWO

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TCM 3421 Construction Contract Administration 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3422 International Construction Practice and Procurement 42 0 42               1C
TCM 3424 Research Project II 14 28 42               1C
BEP 3441 Entrepreneurship Skills 42 0 42               1R
PSP 3426 Project Planning and Management 42 0 42               1R
BBM 3421 Organizational Theory  42 0 42               1R
BBM 3422 Financial Management 42 0 42               1R
PES 3421 Urban and Regional Planning 42 0 42               1R
Total 308 28 336 8












EXPECTED CAREER DIRECTIONS:

Graduates can work as construction project managers, site engineer, building surveyor, estate managers, cost estimators, or construction consultants.

Programe Fees:

Kshs: 126,000 per year