BLDG 4010 Construction Research Methods

Credit Points 20

Legacy Code 301243

Coordinator Samudaya Nanayakkarawasam Opens in new window

Description This subject introduces students to various research methods that are applicable for research in the Built Environment and also guides students on how to carry out a literature review leading to identifying a clear research question. Students will be required to submit a research proposal for an identified research problem within a chosen research topic, under the supervision of an assigned research academic.

School Eng, Design & Built Env

Discipline Building Construction Management

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 20cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 4 subject

Pre-requisite(s) Students must be enrolled in programs 3762 Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) and 3782 Bachelor of Construction Management Advanced (Honours) ) and have completed 220 credit points

Assumed Knowledge

Detailed knowledge of construction project delivery derived from the completion of the first 3 years of the BCM (Hons).

Assessment

The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.

Type Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task
Report 1000 words 20 N Individual
Literature Review 4000 words 60 N Individual
Report 1000 words 20 N Individual

Teaching Periods

Spring (2023)

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Autumn (2024)

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