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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION:

Bachelor of Science Honours in Construction Management

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
110057	Bachelor of Science Honours in Construction Management
ORIGINATOR
University of Johannesburg
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Honours Degree	Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction		Physical Planning, Design and Management
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	120	Not Applicable	NQF Level 08	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered		EXCO 0821/24	2019-07-25	2027-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30		2031-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:
The purpose of the qualification is to provide learners with the necessary professional attributes, project management skills and Construction Management competencies. It is anticipated that this qualification will develop well-rounded, academically equipped, adept and mature managers with technical leadership skills and strong capabilities that are expediently responsive to modern societal needs of the industry.

Rationale:
The Bachelor of Science Honours in Construction Management is within the construction sector and Construction Management is considered to be a scarce skill. Given this, the qualification has been designed such that it directly meets the needs of the sector, contributing ultimately towards the National Development Plan, benefiting not only the learner, but society at large. The qualification meets the specific needs of the sector by meeting and providing for the growing demand for registered Construction Managers.

As a result of the qualification's endorsement by the South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP), learners will be able to move from candidacy to full registration as a Professional Construction Manager upon completion of the qualification. On completion of the qualification, learners would be able register and practice as Professional Consultant Construction Managers and may find employment within the construction contracting fraternity. Construction Managers are also employed in the mining and petro-chemical sectors.

The main stakeholders of this qualification are the public and private sectors of the construction industry. Typically, these sectors require higher levels of advanced technical and analytical capabilities. This qualification has been carefully designed to develop specialists in the field. The qualification is also designed to target recently qualified learners who would be interested in academic advancement through postgraduate studies.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be applied in line with the institution policies and guidelines. The institution accepts RPL as an integral part of education and academic practice. It is acknowledged that all learning has value and the institution will therefore endeavour to assess prior learning and award credit where relevant.

According to the institution policy:

Through RPL a learner may gain access, or advanced placement, or recognition of status.

RPL is based on other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience.

RPL takes place where prior learning in terms of applied competencies is relevant to the content and outcomes of the qualification.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:

A Bachelor of Science in Construction.
Or

Relevant qualification at National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 7.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

This qualification consists of compulsory modules at Level 8 totalling 156 Credits.

Compulsory Modules: 156 Credits:

Research Report, 36 Credits.

Environment and Sustainable Construction, 12 Credits.

Safety, Health and Construction Law, 12 Credits.

Health and Safety Management, 24 Credits.

Professional Practice, 12 Credits.

Construction Management, 24 Credits.

Risk Management, 12 Credits.

Strategic Management, 12 Credits.

Human Resource Management for Construction, 12 Credits.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Demonstrate knowledge of advanced construction methods and techniques.
2. Apply management principles to effectively solve managerial problems in the construction industry.
3. Critically evaluate the various roles and functions in the construction management process.
4. Critically evaluate legislative requirements in the construction industry.
5. Critically evaluate available resources during construction management processes.
6. Conduct research projects in the construction industry.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

Correctly apply construction management principles to practical issues and problems in the construction industry.

Comprehensively discuss the benefits and challenges of mechanisation techniques.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

Critically discuss the challenges and benefits of the role of Human Resource Management in the Construction Industry Demonstrate knowledge of Industrial Relations issues as they pertain to the Construction industry.

Critically evaluate an organisation's competitive advantage or lack thereof.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

Clearly illustrate the roles as a team member and team leader, in the construction management process.

Critically evaluate the function of a facility manager.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

Correctly apply the fundamental principles of commercial and mercantile law

Demonstrate the correct understanding of contractual claims, administration of construction contracts and procurement processes.

Demonstrate knowledge of the SACPCMP Act.

Critically evaluate the role of Ethics and professional practice in the discipline.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

Critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of an organisation

Compare threats and opportunities in the industry

Offer viable and innovative solutions for projects with constrained resources.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

Demonstrate the ability to independently investigate and conduct research within the discipline.

Accurately analyse and interpret results to provide valid conclusions.

Integrated Assessment:
There will be at least one assessment opportunity before the final summative assessment for each module.

Formative Assessment:
The modules consist of different forms of formative assessments consisting of project reports, case studies, assignments etc., which will be implemented in each module, depending on the nature of the module. No experiential learning is involved in the qualification.

Summative Assessment:
For the modules, each intermediate or progress assessment will be awarded a mark, which will be combined with the final examination mark based on pre-determined weightings for the module. For the Research Report component, two assessors will be required, one of whom will be an internal assessor and the other, an external assessor.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

Country: Scotland.
Institution: Glasgow Caledonian University.
Qualification: Bachelor of Science (BSc) Honours Construction Management.
Although many international institutions offer a full 4-year professional qualification 4809 credit), Glasgow has exit levels at all levels of their qualification. South Africa (SA) offers a 3+1 model. A 3 year generic qualification (minimum 360 credit) followed by a 1 year honours (minimum 120 credits).

Content/Similarities.
The subjects at Honours level are similar especially the dissertation as it called the research report for this qualification. Contract Law and Contract administration is similar to Construction Contracts 3 offered at Glasgow Caledonian University. Glasgow has some elective modules whereas we do not have any electives.

Country: United Kingdom.
Institution: London South Bank University.
Qualification: BSc Honours Construction Management.

Content/Similarities.
The Construction Project Management and research project modules have similar content to this qualification.

Country: United Kingdom:
Institution: Nottingham Trent University.
Qualification: BSc Honours Construction Management.

Content/Similarities.
The Construction Project Management and research project modules have similar content to this qualification.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

This qualification allows for both horizontal and vertical articulation possibilities:

Horizontal Articulation:

Bachelor of Science Honours in Construction Management/Construction Project Management/Quantity Surveying, Level 8.

Vertical Articulation:

Master of Construction Management, Level 9.

MODERATION OPTIONS

N/A

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

N/A

NOTES

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LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

NONE

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

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1.	University of Johannesburg