Design Management (ABPL90370)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Subject Coordinators
Valerie Francis
Alison McKechnie
Overview
| Availability(Quotas apply) | Semester 1 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
Design Management has developed an increasingly important role within the construction industry since the development of new project acquisition methods from the 1990s onwards. These recognise the importance of the integration of the design and construction processes, the emergence of the project management profession as well as the more specialised role of architects and engineers. This industry role, to coordinate a team of people within a defined framework with agreed goals to achieve a desired design outcome, has evolved within various organisational settings such as architectural and engineering practices, project management consultancies and construction contracting companies. The organisation of the design effort to produce a set of deliverables that achieve the functional, financial and time requirements expected by the relevant key stakeholders is at the core of the design manager’s role. This subject will investigate these roles and responsibilities within the different organisational environments and throughout the project’s lifecycle. In addition, the unique stakeholder relationships and expectations of the design manager acting on behalf of the client, consultant or contractor will be explored and a design management plan developed for a contemporary commercial building project.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the subject students should be able to:
- Understand the role of Design Management within Architectural, Engineering and Construction (AEC) environments.
- Develop a knowledge of the expectations and responsibilities of Design Manager in different organisational environments.
- An ability to develop and prepare a Design Management Plan for a commercial building project.
Generic skills
Upon successful completion of this subject students will have had the opportunity to develop the following generic skills:
- Advanced analytical skills
- Research skills
- Communication skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working skills.
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into the 200pt Program course entry point in the MC-CM Master of Construction Management
OR
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABPL90140 | Architectural Practice |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ABPL90313 | Management of Construction | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ABPL90335 | Contract Management | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
OR
Approval from the subject coordinator.
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: 8 November 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Assignment 1 – Preliminary design management plan and presentation (1000 words per student) and 20 minutes group presentation (group of 3) (equivalent to 1000 words)
| Week 5 | 30% |
Assignment 2 – Final design management plan due in week 11 - 50%; and 20 minutes group presentation in week 12 - 20%
| From Week 11 to Week 12 | 70% |
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Quotas apply to this subject
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Valerie Francis Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 3 hours per week Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
Subject Coordinators
Valerie Francis
Alison McKechnie
Time commitment details
170 hours
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Additional delivery details
Quota 45
Selection criteria: Students will be selected into the subject as they self-enrol during the timely re-enrolment period. If the enrolment quota is exceeded, MCCM- PROJ ( Project management specialisation in Master of Construction) students will be given preference first. Remaining places will be mix of MC-CM and MC- ARCH, at least 6 places will be allocated to MC- ARCH students, students will be selected based on Academic Merit
For detailed information on the quota subject application process and due dates, refer to the EDSC Quota Subjects webpage: http://edsc.unimelb.edu.au/quota-subjects
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Building Informal specialisation Cost Management Specialisation (formal) Project Management Informal specialisation Project Management Informal specialisation Building - 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.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
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
Last updated: 8 November 2024