By the end of this course the learner will be able to:

• Discuss the key features of the Construction industry
• Understand the Role of Construction Supervisor
• Describe the importance of Construction Supervision, Inspecting and Testing Procedures.
• Describe the classification of different types of buildings for planning and design.
• Understand the criteria for Location and Site Selection.
• Explain the importance of having a proper site layout plan for a construction project.
• Describe procedures involved in site organisation.
• Explain equipment management organisation and equipment management information services
• Discuss the various aspects of spare parts inventory
• Describe ABC analysis of stock planning
• Explain the importance of inspection and maintenance programmes.
• Describe the scope of material management.
• Explain the issues relating to purchase and storage of materials.
• Describe the integrated materials management approach.
• Identify the role of material management in construction.
• Describe the Elements of Purchasing
• Understand the Material Purchasing System
• Discuss the role of Warehouses or Stores in construction management.
• Explain the various features of Vendor Management
• Describe the importance of Learning Cycle and Training in Vendor Management
• Define quality control and discuss the economic objectives of quality control.
• Describe field quality control and explain the ways and means of achieving field quality control.
• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of contractor quality control.