CE 2206

Cour Information

  • Course Title: Construction Technology and Management

  • Instructor: Dr. Bachu Anilkumar

  • Contact: anilkumar@iitp.ac.in

  • Course ID: CE 2206

Course Contents

  • Types of Civil Engineering Projects

  • Life Cycle of Projects

  • Construction as an Industry and its Challenges

  • Procurement and Stages of Awarding Contract

  • Principles of Estimation

  • Project Planning and Management

  • Network-based Project Management Techniques

  • Construction Technologies and Methods

  • Quality Management and Construction Safety

  • Use of Information Technology (IT) in Construction Industry

Reference Texts

  • Modern Construction Management by F. Harris, R. McCaffer, and F. Edum-Fotwe (Blackwell Publishing, 2006)

  • Construction Management Fundamentals by C.J. Schexnayder and R.E. Mayo (McGraw Hill, 2003)

  • PERT and CPM Principles and Applications by L.S. Srinath (Third edition, 2001)

  • Construction Project Management: Planning, Scheduling and Controlling by K.K. Chitkara (Tata McGraw-Hill, 2008)

  • Heavy Construction - Planning, Equipment and Methods by J. Singh (Oxford & IBH Publishing Co. Pvt, 1993)

Grading Policy

  • Attendance: 10%

  • Mid-term Examination: 25%

  • End-semester Examination: 35%

  • Assignments: 30%

Types of Civil Engineering Projects

Residential Buildings

  • Typically involve the design, construction, and regulation of private residences.

  • Important considerations include height, materials used, and meeting functional requirements.

Commercial and Other Buildings

  • Found in developed countries, which tend to have more facilities than developing ones.

Transportation Systems

  • These projects are vital infrastructure, including roads, railways, and airports crucial for connectivity and development.

Hydraulic Structures

  • Essential for agriculture-dependent economies, related to water resources management.

  • Example: National River Linking Project aimed at alleviating water scarcity.

Energy Projects

  • Involves fossil fuel and nuclear power plants as key providers of electricity.

Offshore and Defense Structures

  • Complex projects involving rigorous engineering requirements and high-level technology.

Industrial Structures

  • Necessary for various industries, they form the backbone of economic growth, focusing on efficiency and productivity.

Communication Systems

  • Include telecommunication infrastructures essential for modern connectivity.

Water and Wastewater Treatment

  • Address the critical need for clean water and effective sewage treatment systems.

Special Projects

  • These include unique engineering feats, such as the longest single-tube highway tunnel or remarkable bridges.

Types of Infrastructure

  • Transportation: Roads, bridges, and ports that deliver essential services.

  • Water and Sanitation: Systems aimed at providing potable water and sanitation facilities.

  • Energy: Dams, power plants, and distribution systems for electricity.

  • Telecommunications: Technologies and infrastructures providing communication solutions.

  • Economic Growth: Directly linked to the development of infrastructure which supports societal needs and boosts productivity.

Importance of Infrastructure

  • Transportation: Facilitates trade and mobility.

  • Water and Sanitation: Ensures public health and quality of life.

  • Telecommunications: Critical for modern business operations and connectivity.

  • Energy: Fueling economic activities and supporting industrial and domestic needs.

Challenges in Construction

  • Addressing costs, quality, and time constraints crucial for successful project delivery.

Economic Evaluation and Construction Management

Project Cost Estimation

  • Involves itemization, quantification, and valuation based on unit rates.

Life-Cycle Costing

  • Essential for assessing the total cost of ownership over the lifespan of the project.

Evaluating Bids and Selecting Contractors

  • Detailed process involving technical competence, cost assessments, and past performance to ensure optimal contractor selection.

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