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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Stage 4 Project
Reference SU4101 Version 2
Created July 2021 SCQF Level SCQF 10
Approved October 2020 SCQF Points 30
Amended September 2021 ECTS Points 15

Aims of Module
To provide the student with the ability to select and use problem solving skills in a simulated commercial environment

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Identify and critically appraise a range of appropriate management solutions to scenarios on a simulated large scale construction project.
2 Critically analyse contractual conflict and evaluate the resulting time and cost impact on project delivery and profitability.
3 Formulate and assemble analytical financial reports and accompanying presentations to provide a range of commercial management solutions for the project scenario.

Indicative Module Content
This module will investigate the nature and role of the Commercial Manager in large scale construction projects. The context for this project module is the post contract phase of construction and how the Commercial Manager ensures quality project delivery to a target profit. Students will investigate the impact of disruption and conflict and will apply methods of conflict avoidance/ dispute resolution techniques to resolve this. Students will investigate the impact of BIM and current associated technologies on the successful delivery of the project. Student output will be in the form of professional level cost/financial reports. Collaborative, communication and presentation skills will be considered.

Module Delivery
This is a module predominantly involving practical work in relation to a project which may include, surveying, field and studio work and where appropriate site visits. Directed study to core texts and resource material will be encouraged.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 60 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 240 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 300 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: The module is assessed by portfolio and presentation at the end of the semester which comprises of reports compiled from a combination of group and individual work.

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
Prerequisites for Module None, in addition to Stage 3 entry requirements.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
Where appropriate mixed discipline team working will be encouraged.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 There is no separate reading programme for this module. The core bibliography cited in the other Stage 4 modules will provide the supporting reading material.

Robert Gordon University, Garthdee House, Aberdeen, AB10 7QB, Scotland, UK: a Scottish charity, registration No. SC013781