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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Built Asset Procurement | |||
| Reference | SU3055 | Version | 2 |
| Created | July 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 9 |
| Approved | October 2020 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | September 2021 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To understand and apply the principles of traditional and alternative procurement methods, along with contractual and tendering arrangements in the context of the built environment. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Critically analyse traditional and contemporary procurement practice |
| 2 | Appraise and evaluate various tendering arrangements in built asset procurement |
| 3 | Analyse and differentiate the contexts of contractual arrangements for varying procurement strategies |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Procurement strategies, BIM and collaborative procurement, sustainable construction and procurement, PPP/PFI, tendering arrangements, contractual arrangements, procurement process, collaborative teamwork. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This module will be delivered via a blend of lectures and workshops. There is a significant element of self-centred learning to allow the student to reflect on lectures before applying knowledge to scenarios presented in workshops. Students will enhance their experience of collaborative team working during this module. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 30 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 120 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3 |
| Description: | One significant piece of coursework that includes a portion of collaborative team working. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| The overall module grade is based on 100% weighting of Component 1 (Coursework). An overall minimum grade D is required to pass the module. Non-submission will result in an NS grade. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | C |
| D | D |
| E | E |
| F | F |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
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| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| ADDITIONAL NOTES |
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| Where appropriate, experienced practitioners will facilitate student learning and assist with group workshops. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | Ashworth, A. and Perera, S. 2018. Contractual Procedures in the Construction Industry. 7th ed. Routledge: Oxon. |
| 2 | Berry, C. 2011. The sustainable procurement guide : procuring sustainably using BS 8903. BSi: London. |
| 3 | Rowlinson, M. 2015. A practical guide to the NEC3 engineering and construction contract. John Wiley & Sons, Inc: New Jersey. |
| 4 | Cartlidge, D. P. 2004. Procurement of built assets.Elsevier Butterworth-Heinemann: Oxford. |
| 5 | Cartlidge, D. P. 2006. Public private partnerships in construction. Taylor and Francis: London. |