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Basics of Construction Economics

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IRA0601
Type: Compulsory / Professional Studies
Curriculum: I-RT 2008
Level: Bachelor of Engineering
Year of Study: 2 (2009-2010)
Credits: 3 cr
Responsible Teacher: Laaja, Martti
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Courses During the Academic Year 2009-2010

Impl.Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
62009-10-26 – 2009-12-19Minna UimonenFinnish2009-10-05 – 2009-11-01

Learning Outcomes

The student will learn the whole lifecycle of the various construction projects; the building team and their responsibilities and tasks; basics of tendering and delivery of projects in the construction industry.

Contents

Stages of a construction project, scope of work of the project manager, programming project definition, scheduling methods and design levels. Construction procurement systems and contract agreements, tendering and basics of site operations. Life cycle costs.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Kankainen & Junnonen. Rakentamistalous

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lecturers, exercises Exercises and examination

Assessment Methods

Exercises and exam, continuous assessment.


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