5B052E - Commercial Construction Technology and BIM Management 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2032 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 5B052E | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Commercial Construction Technology and BIM Management | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Built and Sustainable Environment | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Built Environment | ||
| Module Leader: | Karen Le Feuvre | ||
| Module Team: | Emmajane Mantle, Angela Morris | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2026 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | |||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100151 - construction management | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 0 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Valid To | 31 Jul 2032 |
Module Aims
Develop students’ theoretical and practical understanding of commercial construction, with consideration of the building’s social, economic and environmental footprint.
Enhance students’ skills in digital construction methods, particularly Building Information Modelling (BIM) and 3D software, enabling them to visualise, model, manage, and communicate data-driven design solutions for commercial building projects.
Cultivate the ability to integrate sustainable and net-zero strategies into the design and construction process, encouraging students to create environmentally responsible, innovative, and bespoke solutions for contemporary commercial developments.
Content Summary
This module provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, technologies, and management practices involved in the design and construction of commercial buildings. It is structured to develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, with an emphasis on sustainability, functional performance, and digital construction methods.
The module begins with an introduction to Building Information Modelling (BIM) and 3D Software, equipping students with the digital tools needed to visualise, model, and manage data for commercial construction projects. Through a combination of guided talks, tutorials, and hands-on activities, students will progress through the stages of a commercial build, including site investigation and clearing, substructure and floor construction, external fabric and cladding, and structural design.
Sustainability and net zero strategies are integrated throughout, with students encouraged to apply environmentally responsible practices in their designs. Revit-based activities allow students to create bespoke solutions, build design catalogues, and apply knowledge directly to their own commercial building projects.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical classes & Workshops | 24 |
| Groupwork | 12 |
| Seminar | 6 |
| Active/Simulation based | 6 |
| Demonstration | 6 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 2 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 16 |
| Summative Assessment | 60 |
| Direct Study | 54 |
| Independent Study | 114 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Understand and assess the functional performance requirements for commercial and high rise buildings. while demonstrating an understanding of the materials, structures. |
| LO2 | To confidently develop a 3D Model that demonstrates your understanding of the principles of Commercial Construction with an emphasis on sustainability and functional performance. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report | Written work | 0 | 2000 | 40 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite Open Book Examination | Exam – Open Book | 120 | N/A | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Onsite Open Book Examination | ✔ | ✔ | |