HNC Construction Management - Level 4

As part of this course, you will study 8 Modules over two years.

Modules:

• Construction Technology
• Digital Applications for Construction Information
• Measurement and Estimating
• The Construction Environment
• Tender and Procurement
• Construction Design Project
• Law and Legal Frameworks in Quantity Surveying.

Pathway specific module: Legal and Statutory Responsibilities in Construction.

The course can also be studied as part of an apprenticeship. Further information on the apprenticeship standard can be found as follows:

Construction Site Supervisor:

Construction site supervisor / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

To do this course you should have one of the following:

• a BTEC Level 3 qualification in Construction and the Built Environment (or a related subject)
• Four GCSE (grade 4 (C) or above) including Mathematics and English or equivalent
• Other related Level 3 qualifications 
• An Access to Higher Education Diploma awarded by an approved further education institution
• Related work experience
• An international equivalent of the above

Course Content

Year 1

• Construction Technology
  • Explain the terminology used in construction technology
  • Describe the different techniques used to construct a range of substructures and superstructures, including their function and design selection criteria
  • Discuss different methods of dealing with site conditions to support building and infrastructure construction
  • Illustrate the supply and distribution of a range of building services and how they are accommodated within the building
    
    
• Digital Applications for Construction Information
  • Discuss the key types of construction information that may be produced in support of construction projects
  • Demonstrate the use of project standards and their setup in digital applications
  • Generate construction information for a given project using industry-standard digital applications
  • Present a package of construction information, including drawings, schedules and specifications for a given construction project
• Measurement & Estimating
  • Define standard measurement techniques used for taking-off quantities for estimating purposes
  • Perform taking-off techniques in the production of a range of quantities for a structure
  • Interpret the principles and techniques of estimating in compiling a final price
  • Prepare an estimate for a work activity
• The Construction Environment
  • Explore the development of the construction industry through the roles and relationships of the professionals involved
  • Assess the impact of the construction industry
  • Discuss the ways in which the construction industry ensures quality, timely completion and safety
  • Examine the routes to employment and progression within the construction industry

Year 2

• Tender & Procurement
  • Define what constitutes a tender and the information required for this process
  • Explain the procedures and contractual arrangements for tendering
  • Analyse the factors that affect the selection of construction procurement methods
  • Prepare tender documentation for a given project
• Construction Design Project
  • Discuss the stages of a design process and the types of information required to communicate, share and manage the project process
  • Explain the different types of construction information developed through the course of a project
  • Produce design propositions that address project requirements defined through feasibility stages
  • Present a construction information package, highlighting the coordination of information between different project stakeholders to ensure accuracy
• Law & Legal Frameworks in Quantity Surveying
  • Discuss the legal context of a quantity surveyor
  • Explain the management of confidential data
  • Assess the quantity surveyor’s role in contractual dispute mediation
  • Investigate property legislation in relation to quantity surveying
• Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction
  • Explain the process used to obtain planning permission for the construction and alteration of buildings
  • Discuss the processes and regulations used to control design and to ensure safe buildings
  • Assess the laws used to ensure that construction sites operate safely and consider adjoining land-users

Analyse how the law of contract and land law are used to sell and lease land and buildings

The HNC in Construction and the Built Environment, provides a route to Higher Education courses including HND, Foundation Degree or full Honours Degree. We work with various University Partners, enabling progression to the third year of five-year Part-Time degree courses, which result in a BSc (Hons). Further advancement to professional accreditation is also available.

The course is primarily aimed at people already employed within the construction industry. Specific careers will depend on the chosen pathway and our graduates gain employment in a wide range of organisations, both in the private and public sectors. These range from local authorities, housing associations and consultancies, to specialist contractors or large multi-service companies offering a range of design, build, finance and construction management services.

For further information, please also refer to career guidance/course specific details on The College's Higher Education website:

thecollege.co.uk/higher-education/careers-guide/career-planning

Course costs

£4,250 per academic year

Students who are eligible, can apply for a student loan with Student Finance.

If undertaken as part of an apprenticeship, funding can be through the Apprenticeship Levy.

The Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Construction Management, provides a route to Higher Education courses including HND, Foundation Degree or full Honours Degree. We work with various University Partners, enabling progression to the third year of five-year Part-Time degree courses, which result in a BSc (Hons). Further advancement to professional accreditation is also available.

The course is primarily aimed at people already employed within the construction industry. Specific careers will depend on the chosen pathway and our graduates gain employment in a wide range of organisations, both in the private and public sectors. These range from local authorities, housing associations and consultancies, to specialist contractors or large multi-service companies offering a range of design, build, finance and construction management services.

Applications-If you meet the entry requirements and would like to apply, please contact The Higher Education Unit +44 (0)1202 205180
email: highereducation@bpc.ac.uk 

Apprenticeships: - https://www.thecollege.co.uk/apprenticeships/i-want-become-apprentice

Venue: 

In Person Delivery: The College's North Road campus, Poole

Virtual Delivery: Microsoft Teams

The College reserves the right to make changes to the information given, including the addition, withdrawal, re-location or restructuring of courses.

Awarding Body:
Pearson

Curriculum Area:
Construction - Construction Skills