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Supply Chains in Construction (ABPL90309)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Online
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Robert Crawford (Subject Coordinator)
Overview
| Availability(Quotas apply) | Semester 1 - Online |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject provides an insight into the issues currently facing the construction industry. It aims to develop an understanding and awareness of the complex nature of construction supply chains and how they may be better managed to improve productivity, value, efficiency and client satisfaction within the construction industry. The network of organisations involved, through upstream and downstream linkages, in the different processes and activities that contribute to the production of construction artifacts is explored. The subject provides an introduction to supply chain management and provides the skills and knowledge needed to map construction supply chains, identify critical nodes and suggest possible solutions for improving existing construction practices. Case studies, site visits and industry guests are used to demonstrate current local and international industry practices and provide examples of the application of supply chain management-related initiatives in real-world projects.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should be able to:
- Recognise and describe the complex nature of construction supply chains
- Define and map the socio-technical organisation of construction including information and material flows
- Identify and analyse strategies for improving the performance of the construction industry
- Present a convincing argument for adapting current construction industry practices using supply chain management to improve the performance of individual construction firms.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should be able to:
- Apply theories and principles to specific disciplinary contexts
- Interpret and analyse information
- Demonstrate an ability to think critically, solve problems and make informed decisions
- Critically evaluate the work of others and provide constructive formative feedback
- Communicate in verbal, written and graphic forms appropriate to particular contexts.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into the MCCM- 200EP or MC-CONMG2Y Master of Construction Management (200 points)
OR
Admission into the MCCM-300EP Master of Construction Management and completion of first 100 points.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Four in-class quizzes (fortnightly) to demonstrate an understanding of supply chain management concepts and other relevant subject content | Throughout the teaching period | 10% |
Draft Supply Chain Report due in week 6, describing the current performance of a construction firm and supply chain management-related initiatives that may be used to improve its overall performance, Hurdle requirement: Completion of this assessment task | Week 6 | N/A |
Peer review, critically analysing the work of a peer, providing constructive feedback, and demonstrating an understanding of construction supply chains and how supply chain management-related initiatives can be used to improve their performance
| Week 8 | 15% |
Final Supply Chain Report, describing the current performance of a construction firm and supply chain management-related initiatives that may be used to improve its overall performance
| Week 10 | 55% |
Class presentation, communicating recommendations for improving the performance of a construction firm based on an analysis of current performance and a detailed understanding of supply chain management-related initiatives
| Week 12 | 20% |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Quotas apply to this subject
Dates & times
- Semester 1 - Online
Principal coordinator Robert Crawford Mode of delivery Online Contact hours 1X3 hour seminar per week Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 1 March 2021 to 30 May 2021 Last self-enrol date 28 February 2021 Census date 31 March 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 7 May 2021 Assessment period ends 25 June 2021 Semester 1 contact information
Robert Crawford (Subject Coordinator)
Time commitment details
170 hours
Additional delivery details
Quota 50
This subject has an automated quota. Your enrolment confirms your space in this subject. If you choose to withdraw from this subject you will be forfeiting your space and may be unable to enrol again. Please check the Handbook for more information.
Selection criteria: First come basis.
For detailed information on the quota subject application process and due dates, refer to the EDSC Quota Subjects webpage.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Subject notes
Safety boots, safety glasses and a high visibility vest are required for construction site visits in this subject (to be provided by the student)
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Project Management Informal specialisation Building Informal specialisation Cost Management - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022