Rationale/Course Description This course introduces students to basic information and communication technologies as they generally relate to disciplines in the built environment. Objectives/Aims To acquaint the student with the need to select appropriate ICT systems for the various tasks To facilitate the student to deal with issues of sustainability of ICT systems in a dynamic...Read More

Rationale/Course Description This course trains students need to translate opportunities into investment ventures. This adds great value to their academic training as they are able to have a wider outlook that can enable them transform the acquired knowledge and skills into profitable ventures and creation of employment. Objectives/Aims To introduce students to entrepreneurial skills in...Read More

Course description This course provides students with the basic understanding of key accounting principles like financial statements and how transactions affect the same. Objective(s) To give students some knowledge on accounting principles so that they will be able to use this knowledge in other professional subjects like dealing with preparation of valuations for paying builder’s...Read More

Rationale/Course Description Maintenance of building structures is important to keep them in proper functional state. The course covers planning and management of maintenance works which is important if maintenance services are to be effective and less costly. Objectives/Aims To introduce the student to the theory of maintenance management To provide maintenance planning skills in the...Read More

Rationale/Course Description There are different materials used in construction. These materials have different properties that influence their application. The materials also respond differently when subjected to different conditions. The course provides knowledge of all these aspects which is important for all construction professionals. Objectives/Aims To introduce the student to the basic properties of construction materials...Read More