The lecturer for this subject is Mr Chai Voon Chiet. Total credit hours is 4. The assessment plan is divided into four components, which are Mid-Term test, Individual Assignment, Final Examination and TGC Portfolio. Each component except TGC Portfolio sums up assessment weightage to 100%.
For Mid-Term test, it covered all the topics that we have studied for the first 7 weeks. Basically the questions are about resolving all internal and external forces and method of joints. For individual assignment, each of the student has to resolve a question given into a graphical method. For Final Examination, basically it covers all the chapters that we have studied for the whole 14 weeks in this semester.
At the end of this semester, I am able to identify and resolve all the internal and external forces. Also, I am able to explain the action of structural elements and complete systems. Furthermore, I can interpret the application of the total integration of structural functions and actions with the overall design objectives. I am able to plan all aspects of design, in collaboration with structural engineers, in order to realize their design concepts.
Overall, it gives me a good exposure to understand the perspective view of a civil engineers.
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Research Dissertation (QSB 4914) (Semester 6)
The lecturer for this subject is Theong May Chuan. Total credit hours is 4. The assessment plan is divided into five components that are Research Proposal, Literature Review and Theoretical framework, Final Report, Second Review and TGC Portfolio. Each component except TGC Portfolio sums up assessment weightage to 100%.
For Research Proposal, it is a maximum 15 pages of document containing description, discussion and justification of the topic you intend to find out or propose to study and how you are going to carry out the study. For Literature Review and Theoretical Review, it is a document about an examination of literatures with the intention to find out about something, to understand a situation or to highlight problems or issues, to reassess the current state of the art or knowledge or to study or compare what have been done before. Theory or framework of the study will be established through reviews of relevant literatures. For Final Report, it is referred to a systematic piece of independent research work which consists of the background of the study, review of literature, both recording and analysing of data or the summary of published material on the topic supplemented by opinion gathered through various research tools and finally, a conclusion with recommendations, followed by bibliography and references. For Second Review, a second reader is appointed to offer comments and feedback for revisions that may be incorporated into the final version.
At the end of the semester, I am able to use a depth of subject knowledge and apply analytical and research skills in closely defined topic areas, collect data and information required and analyse data collected using appropriate techniques and tools, develop a comprehensive research conclusion and summary and adopt executive keyboarding to produce project documentation and presentations
For Research Proposal, it is a maximum 15 pages of document containing description, discussion and justification of the topic you intend to find out or propose to study and how you are going to carry out the study. For Literature Review and Theoretical Review, it is a document about an examination of literatures with the intention to find out about something, to understand a situation or to highlight problems or issues, to reassess the current state of the art or knowledge or to study or compare what have been done before. Theory or framework of the study will be established through reviews of relevant literatures. For Final Report, it is referred to a systematic piece of independent research work which consists of the background of the study, review of literature, both recording and analysing of data or the summary of published material on the topic supplemented by opinion gathered through various research tools and finally, a conclusion with recommendations, followed by bibliography and references. For Second Review, a second reader is appointed to offer comments and feedback for revisions that may be incorporated into the final version.
At the end of the semester, I am able to use a depth of subject knowledge and apply analytical and research skills in closely defined topic areas, collect data and information required and analyse data collected using appropriate techniques and tools, develop a comprehensive research conclusion and summary and adopt executive keyboarding to produce project documentation and presentations
Construction Law (QSB 4414) (Semester 6)
The lecturer for this subject is Sr Lim Sek Cheon. Total credit hours is 4.The assessment plan is divided into five components that are Coursework 1-Seminar, Mid-Term Test, Coursework 2-Loss and Expense Assessment, Final Examination and TGC Portfolio. Each component except TGC Portfolio sums up assessment weightage to 100%.
For Coursework 1-Seminar, this assessment is in a form of seminar. This seminar will form 15% of the final assessment. During week 2 to 13, a seminar will be carried out during the tutorial session and a group will be nominated. Each seminar leader will be given a law topic a week before the seminar for preparation. Each seminar leader will be given approximately 15 minutes to present their topic. The presentation can be in any format. Each member of the seminar leader is encouraged to present during the seminar. After the presentation, the seminar leader is required to ask two questions for discussion and the class is required to ask at least one question to the seminar leader. The seminar leader shall cover the following for the theory question presentation; explain the question and explain the details of relevant theories and concepts related to the question using case laws. For Coursework 2-Loss and Expense Assessment, the students will form a group to act as consultants assessing a contractor’s application for loss and expense claim. The group will assess the applications based on the conditions of contract and principles of laws relating to remedies and damages due to breach of contract. For Mid-Term Test, it is designed to assess the ability of the students in identifying, analysing and applying the principles of construction law in different situations. For Final Examination, it is designed to assess the ability of the students in identifying, analysing and applying
the principles of construction law in different situations, the applicable laws and statutes.
At the end of the semester, I am able to identify, explain and distinguish the various laws related to the construction industry including land law and construction statutes by demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the principles in law, conditions of contract and the applicable statutes. Plus, able to analyze, interpret and apply this knowledge on the principles of law in administration of contracts and contractual claims including providing evidence of reasoned advice in relation to contractual claims and interpretation of any discrepancies of various contract documents. Also, able to take appropriate methods of dispute resolution for different situations arising from construction contract.
For Coursework 1-Seminar, this assessment is in a form of seminar. This seminar will form 15% of the final assessment. During week 2 to 13, a seminar will be carried out during the tutorial session and a group will be nominated. Each seminar leader will be given a law topic a week before the seminar for preparation. Each seminar leader will be given approximately 15 minutes to present their topic. The presentation can be in any format. Each member of the seminar leader is encouraged to present during the seminar. After the presentation, the seminar leader is required to ask two questions for discussion and the class is required to ask at least one question to the seminar leader. The seminar leader shall cover the following for the theory question presentation; explain the question and explain the details of relevant theories and concepts related to the question using case laws. For Coursework 2-Loss and Expense Assessment, the students will form a group to act as consultants assessing a contractor’s application for loss and expense claim. The group will assess the applications based on the conditions of contract and principles of laws relating to remedies and damages due to breach of contract. For Mid-Term Test, it is designed to assess the ability of the students in identifying, analysing and applying the principles of construction law in different situations. For Final Examination, it is designed to assess the ability of the students in identifying, analysing and applying
the principles of construction law in different situations, the applicable laws and statutes.
At the end of the semester, I am able to identify, explain and distinguish the various laws related to the construction industry including land law and construction statutes by demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the principles in law, conditions of contract and the applicable statutes. Plus, able to analyze, interpret and apply this knowledge on the principles of law in administration of contracts and contractual claims including providing evidence of reasoned advice in relation to contractual claims and interpretation of any discrepancies of various contract documents. Also, able to take appropriate methods of dispute resolution for different situations arising from construction contract.
Development Economics (QSB 4223) (Semester 6)
The lecturers for this subject are Dianne Kok and Ho June Khai. Total credit hours is 3.The assessment plan is divided into four components that are Mid-Term Test, Group Assignment, Final Examination and TGC Portfolio. Each component except TGC Portfolio sums up assessment weightage to 100%.
For Mid-Term Test, the test consists of subjective questions as well as practical problem questions (where recall, analysis, evaluation and application of concepts learnt are necessary to answer the questions competently. For Group Assignment, the main aim of this group assignment is to help students develop a deeper appreciation of the concepts learnt in the module by applying them in the problems given in the assignment. For Final Examination, these mainly consist of subjective questions as well as practical problem questions (where recall, analysis, evaluation and application of concepts learnt are necessary to answer the questions competently).
At the end of the semester, I am able to calculate developer's budget during the initial development process, execute the Cost-benefit Analysis in the early stage of investment proposal and valuation system to help on decision making during the feasibility stage and classify various source of finance available in the construction industry and to outline the requirement in a quality market research. Overall, it gives a good exposure for me to understand the perspective view of a developer and viability of a project.
For Mid-Term Test, the test consists of subjective questions as well as practical problem questions (where recall, analysis, evaluation and application of concepts learnt are necessary to answer the questions competently. For Group Assignment, the main aim of this group assignment is to help students develop a deeper appreciation of the concepts learnt in the module by applying them in the problems given in the assignment. For Final Examination, these mainly consist of subjective questions as well as practical problem questions (where recall, analysis, evaluation and application of concepts learnt are necessary to answer the questions competently).
At the end of the semester, I am able to calculate developer's budget during the initial development process, execute the Cost-benefit Analysis in the early stage of investment proposal and valuation system to help on decision making during the feasibility stage and classify various source of finance available in the construction industry and to outline the requirement in a quality market research. Overall, it gives a good exposure for me to understand the perspective view of a developer and viability of a project.
Cost Value Engineering (QSB 4214) (Semester 6)
The lecturer for this subject is Sr Loo Seong King. Total credit hours is 4. The assessment plan is divided into four components that are Mid-Term Test, Group Assignment, Final Exam and TGC Portfolio. Each component except TGC Portfolio sums up assessment weightage to 100%.
For Mid-Term Test, the questions are based on topics fro Week 1 to 6. For Group Assignment, students in groups (Maximum 8 members) are required to prepare a case study of Value Management application in the Construction Industry .The main aim of this group assignment is to help students develop a deeper appreciation of the concepts learnt in this module by applying them in the assignment. Submission format: Research on the case study of the relevant topic in both hard copy and soft copy shall be in presentation slides. Any submission and uploads after the fixed time is considered late and penalty will be applied. The students are expected to explore outcome of the implication for case study in Malaysia Construction Industry both in public and private sectors. For Final Examination, it is designed to assess the ability of the students to create awareness and
understanding of the principles, history, application and technical issues related to Cost Value Engineering in the Construction Industry .These mainly consist of subjective questions as well as practical problems questions (where recall, analysis, evaluation and application of concepts learnt are necessary to answer the questions completely).
At the end of the semester, I am able to understand Value Management methodologies and approaches. Also, I can apply Value Management approaches to a project to identify unnecessary cost and function of each element in a project.
For Mid-Term Test, the questions are based on topics fro Week 1 to 6. For Group Assignment, students in groups (Maximum 8 members) are required to prepare a case study of Value Management application in the Construction Industry .The main aim of this group assignment is to help students develop a deeper appreciation of the concepts learnt in this module by applying them in the assignment. Submission format: Research on the case study of the relevant topic in both hard copy and soft copy shall be in presentation slides. Any submission and uploads after the fixed time is considered late and penalty will be applied. The students are expected to explore outcome of the implication for case study in Malaysia Construction Industry both in public and private sectors. For Final Examination, it is designed to assess the ability of the students to create awareness and
understanding of the principles, history, application and technical issues related to Cost Value Engineering in the Construction Industry .These mainly consist of subjective questions as well as practical problems questions (where recall, analysis, evaluation and application of concepts learnt are necessary to answer the questions completely).
At the end of the semester, I am able to understand Value Management methodologies and approaches. Also, I can apply Value Management approaches to a project to identify unnecessary cost and function of each element in a project.
Sustainable Housing Development (QSB 2453) (Semester 6)
The lecturer for this subject is Mariatul Liza. Total credit hours is 3.The assessment plan is divided into four components that are Individual Assignment, Project 1, Project 2 and TGC Portfolio. Each component except TGC Portfolio sums up assessment weightage to 100%.
For Individual Assignment, students are required to prepare a problem statement on current issue in housing development in Malaysia. For Project 1 and 2, which are group assignments, students in group of 3 are required to study a topic given, which consist of learning outcome 1, 2, 3 and 4. The assignment will require an assignment trip to selected site for necessary study. The aim is to allow the students to implement the theories and analysis tools learnt in the class.
At the end of the semester, I am able to explain the evolving environmental discussion as it applies to housing development and explain the legislative requirements for undertaking sustainable housing development and to apply the implications of sustainability principles in construction projects. Also, I can understand the appropriate assessment that can be used in the planning and monitoring at different stages of sustainable housing development.
Strategic Management (MGT 60703) (Semester 6)
The lecturer for this subject is Mr Leong Boon Tik. The assessment plan is divided into three components that are class discussions, Individual Assignment, Group Assignment and TGC Portfolio. Each component except TGC Portfolio sums up assessment weightage to 100%.
For class discussions, total number of students are divided into groups to discuss a case study and present it to the lecturer. For Individual Assignment, each student has to produce a report meanwhile for Group Assignment, each group has to produce a report as a group and present to the lecturer.
At the end of the semester, I am able to use Porter's Five Forces of Model to identify a competitive advantage for a company, define Firm's Value Chain, Market Segmentation and Vertical Integration, and identify an industry for a new company to take on the leader.
For class discussions, total number of students are divided into groups to discuss a case study and present it to the lecturer. For Individual Assignment, each student has to produce a report meanwhile for Group Assignment, each group has to produce a report as a group and present to the lecturer.
At the end of the semester, I am able to use Porter's Five Forces of Model to identify a competitive advantage for a company, define Firm's Value Chain, Market Segmentation and Vertical Integration, and identify an industry for a new company to take on the leader.
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