HNC (HTQ) Construction Management for England (Construction Design and Build Technician) Part-time Eve - awarded by Pearson
Start Date | 09/09/2024
Time/Day | 17:00 - 21:00 TUE/THU
Is this course for me?
The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Construction Management for England is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the construction sector and adapt to a constantly changing world.ALIGNED WITH INDUSTRY
Students will gain underpinning knowledge and understanding of technological, social, legal and economic aspects of construction management.
Courses are delivered by tutors with a range of specialist expertise from Chartered Engineering to Quantity Surveying, legal experts and site engineers from leading companies including Balfour Beatty, Mott McDonald and Highways England.
INDUSTRY STANDARD FACILITIES
Study in brand new industry standard facilities at the Centre for Advanced Technical Studies with £118,000 investment in new surveying equipment, including a robotic total station, 3D laser scanner, GPS surveyor equipment.
EXPERIENCE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
As part of the Greater Manchester Institute of Technology (GMIoT) we have access to a partner employer network exposing students to more employers through guest speakers, visits and competitions to enhance their employability opportunities.
Courses are delivered flexibly to fit in around your work or family commitments, with part-time day and evening options available and a September or January start.
What will I study?
• Construction Design Project
• Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction
• Construction Environment
• Digital Applications for Construction Information
• Financial Management & Business Practice in Construction
• Tender and Procurement
• Civil Engineering Technology
• BIM
How long is the course?
How will I be assessed?
What qualifications do I need?
Mature students with experience, a portfolio of work and employer references will be considered.
Students must also possess a Grade C/4 or above in Maths at GCSE or equivalent.
What can I progress onto?
Employment- the programme provides a solid grounding in construction.
Higher or degree apprenticeships - This programme can provide you with a stepping stone into a higher or degree apprenticeship.
HND - study for a further year to achieve an HND.
Once a HND has been completed, you could progress onto a top-up degree at university to achieve a full honours degree.
This course can also be delivered as part of a higher/degree apprenticeship.
Other Information
Tutors are industry experienced with leading companies including Balfour Beatty, Mott MacDonald and Highways England.
Course Fees
Civil Engineers
Civil engineers undertake research and design, direct construction and manage the operation and maintenance of civil and mining engineering structures.
Requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree
Opportunities
What could you earn
Typical Tasks
- Organises and establishes control systems to monitor operational efficiency and performance of materials and systems.
- Organises and plans projects, arranges work schedules, carries out inspection work and plans maintenance control.
- Designs structures such as roads, dams, bridges, railways, hydraulic systems, sewerage systems, industrial and other buildings and plans the layout of tunnels, wells and construction shafts.
- Designs foundations and earthworks.
- Determines and specifies construction methods, materials, quality and safety standards and ensures that equipment operation and maintenance comply with design specifications.
- Undertakes research and advises on soil mechanics, concrete technology, hydraulics, water and waste water treatment processes and other civil engineering matters.
Knowledge
Skills
Course fees shown are per annum for University Centre courses. Courses lasting longer than one year, fees will be payable per year.
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