PROGRAMMES OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT 

• Objectives/Prospects

1. To achieve the aim, the programme seeks to accomplish the following objectives:
2. To help students develop a comprehensive understanding of theoretical principles and practical applications relevant to construction project management.
3. To help students develop quality project planning and scheduling skills using industry-standard software tools like Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project (apply).
4. To teach students to conduct accurate cost estimation, monitor expenditure, and implement cost control measures (analyse).
5. To help students demonstrate proficiency in implementing quality management systems and processes (evaluate).
6. To help students assess and mitigate risks associated with construction projects (analyse).
7. To cultivate students’ effective communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder management.
8. To enhance students’ leadership capabilities for effective team management.
9. To help students attain proficiency in digital technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

 

• Intended/Expected Outcomes

Regarding employability, the programme will equip graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in various sectors of the economy. Upon completion, graduates can anticipate diverse employment opportunities in the following sectors:

 

Real Estate Sector: Estate Sector: Graduates with a deep understanding of project management principles can excel in real estate development companies, where they oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of construction projects.

Facilities Management: Graduates possess the expertise to manage the maintenance and operation of facilities efficiently, ensuring optimal functionality and safety standards are met within commercial, industrial, and institutional settings.

Road & Highway Infrastructure: The programme equips graduates with the expertise to contribute to the development and management of road and highway infrastructure projects, working alongside governmental bodies, construction firms, and engineering consultancies.

Oil & Gas Sector: With a solid foundation in project management methodologies, graduates are well-suited to support complex construction projects within the oil and gas industry, adhering to strict safety regulations and quality standards.

Educational Sector: Graduates can pursue opportunities within the educational sector,
leveraging their expertise to teach and train future professionals in construction project management or to manage construction projects within academic institutions.

Telecommunication Industry: With the increasing demand for infrastructure development to support telecommunications networks, graduates can find rewarding career paths within telecommunications companies, where they oversee the implementation of construction projects for network expansion and improvement.

Infrastructure Development Agencies: Graduates can contribute to national and regional development initiatives by joining infrastructure development agencies, where they can play pivotal roles in executing projects ranging from transportation networks to utilities and public facilities.

Environmental and Sustainable Development Organisations: With a focus on sustainable construction practices and environmental considerations, graduates are well-positioned to work with organisations that promote sustainability in construction projects, contributing to environmentally responsible development efforts.

Consulting Firms: Graduates can pursue careers in consulting firms specialising in construction project management, offering their expertise to clients across various industries to streamline project delivery, mitigate risks, and optimise resources.

Governmental Bodies and Regulatory Authorities: Graduates can work within governmental bodies and regulatory authorities responsible for overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance with building codes, regulations, and standards to uphold safety and quality in construction practices.

• Entry Requirements

Candidates seeking admission must have one or more of the following qualifications:

1. Building Technology (BTech) certificate holders with a minimum Second-Class (Lower) Division and relevant working experience.
2. A good first-degree holder with a minimum of a second-class (lower) division.
3. Candidates who have obtained a good first degree in the following fields: Building Technology, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Planning, Real Estate, or any other relevant field.
4. Candidates must attend an interview session and pass the interview to be admitted.
5. All foreign qualifications shall be referred to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) for the determination of equivalence and eligibility for admission to the University.

Semester I

Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
CPM 551	Construction Management Theory and Practice	3	0	3
CPM 553	Construction Project Stakeholder, Risk and Quality Management	2	2	3
CPM 555	Research Methods in Construction	2	0	2
CPM 557	Construction Project Planning and Scheduling	3	0	3
CPM 559	Construction Project Finance and Accounting	3	0	3
CPM 561	Construction Health and Safety Management	2	0	2
CPM 563	Construction Contracts and Procurement	2	2	3
Sub-total		17	4	19

Semester II

Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
CPM 550	Advanced Construction Technologies	2	0	2
CPM 552	Construction Project Risk Management	3	0	3
CPM 554	Construction Quality Management	3	0	3
CPM 556	Construction Project Information Management Systems	2	2	3
CPM 558	Sustainable Construction Practices	3	0	3
CPM 560	Construction Law and Dispute Resolution	3	0	3
Sub-total		16	2	17

Supplementary Semester

Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
CPM 655	Dissertation	0	12	6
CPM 657	Seminar	0	4	2
	Sub-total	0	16	8
	Total	33	22	44

The course will combine lectures, case studies, group discussions, guest lectures from industry experts, and hands-on exercises using project management software tools.

 

Assessment 

Students’ assessment in a course shall be based on two components: continuous assessment and end-of-semester examination. The continuous assessment will comprise quizzes, class work, assignments, presentations, case studies, term papers, seminars, coursework, and mid-semester examinations.

 

 

MTech IN CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT

The MTech in Construction Technology and Management aims to shape the enrolled students’ managerial skills and prepare them to work strategically and efficiently to fulfil an organisation’s production, commercial, and technological demands. It involves a study that develops and prepares the students for the roles and concepts of construction management, project management, contract laws, and project safety.

• Objectives/Prospect

The objectives of the programme are to: 

1. Equip students with knowledge and competencies in lean, sustainable, and agile construction.
2. Equip students with theoretical, practical, and conceptual skills needed to undertake professional tasks in the construction industry.
3. Train students to develop critical and analytical skills necessary for performing professional tasks in the construction industry.
4. Develop students’ capacities to conduct applied research related to the construction industry.
5. Equip students with entrepreneurial skills.
6. Prepare students with the knowledge of professional ethics in the construction industry and the implications of noncompliance.

The sectors of the economy that will potentially employ the graduates produced by the programme are:

Real Estate Sector

Facilities Management

Road & Highway

Oil & Gas Sector

Educational Sector

Telecommunication Industry

Entry Requirements

Candidates should have obtained a BTech or BSc degree in one of the following fields:
Building Technology, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Architecture,
Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Planning, Real Estate, Interior Design,
Upholstery Technology, or any other relevant field. 

All foreign qualifications shall be referred to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) for the determination of equivalence and eligibility for admission to the University.

 

Programme Structure – MTech (1 Year/2 Years)

Semester I

Course Code	Course Title	Theory	Practical	Credit
MCTM 551	Construction Resource Management	3	0	3
MCTM 553	Contract Administration	3	0	3
MCTM 555	Research Methodology	2	0	2
MCTM 557	Statistical Methods	2	0	2
MCTM 559	Entrepreneurial Management (Optional)	3	0	3
MCTM 561	Sustainable Construction (Optional)	3	0	3
MCTM 563	Construction Management I	1	3	2
MCTM 565	Introduction for 3D Construction & Digital Twinning	2	4	4
	Total	19	7	22

Semester 2

Course Code	Course Title	Theory	Practical	Credit
MCTM 552	Operations Research	2	0	2
MCTM 554	Construction Computer Application	2	2	3
MCTM 556	Managerial Economics	2	0	2
MCTM 558	Construction Law	2	0	2
MCTM 560	Procurement Management	2	0	2
MCTM 562	Project Planning and Control	3	0	3
MCTM 564	Construction Management II	1	3	2
	Total	14	5	16

Supplementary Semester

Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
CPM 655	Dissertation	0	12	6
CPM 657	Seminar	0	4	2
	Sub-total	0	16	8
	Total	33	22	44

 Mode of Delivery

The course is structured through Group Coursework, Field trips, Case studies,
workplace-based learning, and a Blended Learning Approach.

Assessment

Students’ assessment in a course shall be based on two components: continuous assessment and end-of-semester examination. The continuous assessment will comprise quizzes, class work, assignments, presentations, case studies, term papers, seminars, coursework, and mid-semester examinations.

 

The Bachelor of Technology in Construction Engineering Management is a four-year programme designed to develop students’ managerial skills in engineering and prepare them for roles as strategists who can efficiently meet an organisation’s production, commercial, and technological demands. Students will learn to make decisions and strategies to meet supply, commercial, and technical needs. It involves a study that develops and prepares the students for the roles and concepts of construction management, engineering, project management, contract laws, project safety, and others.

• Objectives/Prospects

The objectives of the programme include:

1. To equip students with the theoretical, practical, and conceptual skills needed to undertake professional tasks in the construction industry.
2. Train students to develop critical and analytical skills necessary for performing professional tasks in the construction industry.
3. Develop students’ capacities to research new developmental trends in the construction industry.
4. Equip students with the entrepreneurial skills needed to propel them into business, particularly in the construction industry.
5. Train students to acquire and develop transferable, hands-on skills in demand by employers.
6. Prepare students with the knowledge of professional ethics in the construction industry and the implications of noncompliance.   
7. To educate students using modern facilities, thus ensuring practical experience regarding construction site management. 

The employment opportunities for graduates who go through the programme are unlimited. The under-listed are some of the sectors that could employ graduates of the programme:

1. Banking (Corporate Services)
2. Insurance (Corporate Services)
3. Manufacturing (Estate Unit)
4. Project Officers with NGOs
5. Development officers in the Metropolitan Hospitality
6. Education (Estate Unit)
7. Local Government Service
8. Government agencies as work superintendents
9. Health (Estate Unit)
10. Building and Roofing Companies
11. Mining Companies
12. Real Estate Companies
13. Construction Industry  
14. Consulting service (Design and Build firms).
15. Private, public, and industrial housing sectors
16. Teaching and Research institutions
17. Ghana Rural Feeder Road,
18. Urban Roads,
19. Ghana Water Company
20. Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs)
21. Ministry of Works and Housing
22. Property Valuation Firms
23. Real Estate Development Companies
24. Resort and Recreational Centres
25. Telecommunication Companies
26. Development Officers at the Municipal, District Assemblies (MMDAs)
27. Self-employment

Entry Requirements

The four (4) year Bachelor of Technology degree programme is designed for students with SSSCE/WASSCE, GCE ‘O’ and ‘A’ Level Certificates, and Construction Technician Course (CTC I & CTC II—Old and CTC I, CTC II & CTC III—New).

A. SSSCE / WASSCE Applicants for Science and Technology Programmes

1. SSSCE and WASSCE applicants must have SIX passes (A-C) and (A1-C6) respectively.
2. GCE O’ Level: SIX credits including English, Mathematics, and General Science;
3. GCE A-Level: 3 passes.

B.  Ordinary Technician Diploma (OTD) Applicants

•  Six (6) passes in Ordinary Technician Diploma (OTD) courses.

C. Construction Technician Course (CTC II – OLD or CTC III – NEW)

•   Applicants should be holders of CTC I with passes in all CTC II old scheme courses.

•   Applicants should be holders of CTC I and CTC II and have passed all CTC III new scheme courses.

C1. Other Diplomas

        Candidates with a diploma (approved by GTEC) in construction-related studies should have 2 years of working experience and can apply and undergo an interview.

D.HNDApplicants 

1. Higher National Diploma (HND) certificate in Building Technology with a minimum of Second-Class Lower Division.
2. Where applicable, the following documents must be submitted along with the application form:

·HND Certificate and Transcript

3. HND applicants will be admitted to the programme’s third year.

E.  Mature Applicants

Applicants must be at least 25 years old, as verified by a birth certificate. They will, however, be required to pass an entrance examination.

Either:

• Five (5) credits at the O’ Level, including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and General Science. In addition, candidates must have shown interest in construction and have at least five (5) years of working experience.

                                                                     OR

• WASSCE/SSSCE passes in three (3) Core Subjects (English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science) plus passes in any three (3) of the following Electives: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Technical Drawing, and Building Construction. Applicants may be required to pass a qualifying examination, which shall form the basis for short-listing candidates for an interview.

            Candidates must also pass an interview to be organised by the University.

                                                                    OR

• Candidates with working experience of 5 years or more in the construction industry and holding a Diploma in Construction Studies or any construction-related qualification may apply. They will, however, be required to pass an entrance exam and sit for and pass an interview.

F. International Applicants

• All foreign qualifications shall be referred to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) for the determination of equivalence and eligibility for admission to the University.

Programme Structure – 4-Year BTech in  Construction Engineering Management Course Structure

Level 100 – Semester I

Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
AFS 101	African Studies	2	0	2
ATU 101	Proficiency in Information & Communication Tech.	1	2	2
ATU 103	Communication Skills I	1	2	2
CEM 107	Mathematics for Construction Engineers	2	0	2
CEM 109	Building Science I	1	2	2
CEM 111	Building Materials	1	2	2
CEM 113	Strength of Materials I	1	2	2
CEM 115	Digital Graphic Communication I	1	4	3
CEM 117	Construction Technology I	2	2	3
Total	12	16	20

Level 100 – Semester II

Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
CEM 102	Language Skills for Construction Engineering Students II	1	2	2
CEM 104	Applied Mathematics and Computer Applications	2	2	3
CEM 106	Building Science II	1	2	2
CEM 108	Basic Land Surveying	2	2	3
CEM 110	Strength of Materials II	1	2	2
CEM 112	Digital Graphic Communication II	1	4	2
CEM 114	Construction Technology II	2	2	3
CEM 116	Critical Thinking and Problem Solving	2	0	2
Total	12	16	19

Level 200 – Semester I

Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
CEM 201	Building Services I	1	2	2
CEM 203	Engineering Surveying	1	4	3
CEM 205	Strength of Materials III	1	2	2
CEM 207	Measurement of Construction Works I	1	2	2
CEM 209	Construction Technology III	2	2	3
CEM 211	Construction Planning and Control	3	0	3
CEM 213	Site Organisation and Procedures	1	4	3
CEM 215	Construction Accounting and Financial Management	3	0	3
Total	13	16	21

Level 200 – Semester II

Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
CEM 202	Building Services II	1	2	2
CEM 204	Civil Engineering Construction I	2	0	2
CEM 206	Theory and Design of Structures I	2	2	3
CEM 208	Measurement of Construction Works II	2	2	3
CEM 210	Construction Estimating I	2	2	3
CEM 212	Building Maintenance	2	2	2
CEM 214	International Construction and Professional Ethics	2	0	2
CEM 216	Construction Engineering Law	3	0	2
Total	16	10	19

Level 300 – Semester I

Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
CEM 301	Construction Engineering Management	2	0	2
CEM 303	Construction Estimating II	3	0	3
CEM 305	Theory and Design of Structures (R. C. Design) II	2	2	3
CEM 307	Civil Engineering Construction II	1	2	2
CEM 309	Computerised Application of Project Planning and Control	2	2	3
CEM 311	Research Methodology	2	0	2
CEM 313	Preparing for Placement	1	2	2
CEM 315	Procurement Act (Act 2003)	2	0	2
Total	15	8	19

Level 300 – Semester II

Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
CEM 302	Construction Health and Safety	2	0	2
CEM 304	Entrepreneurship and Innovation	2	0	2
CEM 306	Industrial Attachment	0	36	18
Total	4	36	22

Level 400 – Semester I

Course Code	Course	T	P	C
CEM 401	Construction Engineering Economics	3	0	3
CEM 403	Human Resource Management in Construction	3	0	3
CEM 405	Construction In The Oil And Gas Industry	2	0	2
CEM 407	Contract Administration	3	0	3
CEM 409	Construction Marketing	2	0	2
CEM 411	Statistics for Construction Engineering	2	0	2
CEM 413	Technical Report Writing	2	0	2
CEM 415	Project Phase 1	0	4	2
Total	17	4	19

Level 400– Semester II

Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
CEM 402	Construction Materials Management	1	3	2
CEM 404	Lean and Sustainable Construction	2	2	3
CEM 406	Construction Equipment Management	2	2	3
CEM 408	Operations Research	2	0	2
CEM 410	Advanced Measurement of Construction Works	2	2	3
CEM 412	Introduction to Geographic Information Systems and Building Information Modelling	1	3	2
CEM 414	Project Work Final Phase	0	8	4
Total	10	20	19

Mode of Delivery

Lectures, Presentations, Seminars, and Research

Assessment

Students’ assessment in a course shall be based on two components: continuous assessment and end-of-semester examination. The continuous assessment will comprise quizzes, class work, assignments, presentations, case studies, term papers, seminars, coursework, and mid-semester examinations.

4-YEAR BTECH IN FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

The Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Facilities Management is a four-year programme for qualified candidates. The priority is the functionality, comfort, safety, sustainability, and efficiency of the built environment—the buildings we live and work in and their surrounding infrastructure. Facility Management
is an organisational function that integrates people, places, and processes within the built environment to improve people’s quality of life and the productivity of the core business.

• Objectives/Prospects

The programme seeks to satisfy the following objectives:

1. To provide training and development in Facilities Management technology and supervisory roles.
2. To develop the importance of science and technology to the Construction Industry and socio-economic development.
3. To develop individuals’ desire for leadership, entrepreneurial skills, competencies for continued job satisfaction, and self-enhancement so that they can appreciate the vital role of the Facilities Management Market in Ghana and globally.
4. To meet the needs of the construction industry for a high-level workforce to manage the ever-growing construction industry.
5. To produce graduates with the requisite expertise in Facilities Management.
6. To equip graduates to identify and effectively manage Facilities and assets to enhance their performance.

Upon completion of the BTech (Facilities Management) programme, students should be able to:

1. Develop a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the key theories, concepts, and frameworks that underpin the study of Business Management in the Facilities Management context.
2. Evaluate Facilities Management’s role within the broader context of how a modern organisation operates.
3. Appraise how technological developments shape energy management practices in modern facilities.
4. Evaluate how the external environment affects facilities management and its workplace.
5. Treat facilities management as an investment vehicle, and manage it prudently.

Entry Requirements

Students’ Admission, Progression, and Graduation

The four-year (4) Bachelor of Technology degree programme is designed for students with SSSCE.

SSSCE passes in three (3) Core Subjects (English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science/Social Studies) plus passes in any three (3) of the following Electives: Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, and General Knowledge in Art: Physics, Chemistry, Technical Drawing, and Building Construction.

 WASSCE

Candidates must have credits in six subjects at SHS Level, including English Language, Science/Social Studies, and Mathematics, and credits in three elective subjects from the following: Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, and General Knowledge in Art. Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics, or three credits in Mathematics or credits in Technical Drawing, Engineering Science, Building Construction, and Mathematics.

GCE ‘A’ Level Certificate

Must have GCE `A’ level passes in any three subjects including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry and a pass in the General Paper plus five (5) GCE `O’ level credit passes including English, Mathematics, and a science subject. Candidates with two (2) strong passes, a minimum grade C in Mathematics and Physics at GCE `A’ level, may be considered instead of the three.

Construction Technician Course (CTC I and II)

Candidates with working experience of 5 years or more in the construction industry and holding a Diploma in Construction Studies or any construction-related qualification may apply. They will, however, be required to pass an entrance exam and sit for and pass an interview.

Candidates with a Diploma in Facilities Management and Project Management are also eligible to apply.

Mature Applicants

Applicants must have attained the age of 25 years at the time of submitting the Application and must possess either:

Five (5) credits at the GCE O’ Level, including English Language, Mathematics, and Physics or Chemistry. In addition, candidates must have shown interest in construction and have at least five (5) years of working experience.

                                                                  OR                                           

Candidates with 5 years or more of working experience in the construction industry and holding a Diploma in Construction Studies or any construction-related qualification may apply. However, they will be required to pass an entrance exam and sit for and pass an interview.

Programme Structure  – 4-Year BTech in Facilities Management

Level 100 – Semester I

Course Code	Course Title	Theory	Practical	Credits
AFS 101	African Studies	2	0	2
COS 101	Communication Skills I	1	2	2
CLT 101	Information Management	1	2	2
FMT 101	Financial Mathematics I (present value, Annuity)	1	2	2
FM 101	Principles of Facilities Management	2	2	3
FM 103	Construction Materials and Technology	1	2	2
FM 105	Facilities Management Economics I	3	0	3
FM 107	Accounting for Facilities Management I	2	1	2
TOTAL	13	11	18

Level 100 – Semester II

Course Code	Course Title	Theory	Practical	Credits
COS 102	Communication Skills II	1	2	2
FMT 102	Financial Mathematics II	1	2	2
FM 104	Computer Aided Design (CAD)	2	2	3
FM 106	Geo-Information Systems	2	2	3
FM 108	Accounting for Facilities Management II	3	0	3
FM 110	Introduction to People Management and Customer Services	2	2	3
FM 112	Introduction to Facilities Management	2	2	3
TOTAL	13	12	19

Level 200Semester I

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	THEORY	PRACTICAL	CREDITS
FM 201	Management and Project Planning	3	0	3
FM 203	Procurement Management	3	0	3
FM 205	Principles of Valuation I	2	2	3
FM 207	Construction Technology I	2	2	3
FM 209	Building Services	1	2	2
FM 211	Financial Management	3	0	3
FM  213	Land Surveying	2	2	3
FM  215	Introduction to Quantities	2	2	3
FM 217	Fundamentals of Planning	2	2	3
TOTAL	20	12	26

Level 200Semester II

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	Theory	Practical	Credits
FM 202	Contract Administration	3	0	3
FM 204	Facilities Management I	2	0	2
FM 206	Principles of Valuation II	2	2	3
FM 218	Planning Law and Institutional Framework	2	0	2
FM 212	Research Methods	2	0	2
FM 214	Critical Thinking and Problem Solving	2	0	2
FM 216	General Principles of Law	2	0	2
FM 208	Construction Technology II	2	2	3
Total	17	4	20

Level 300Semester I

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	THEORY	PRACTICAL	CREDITS
FM 301	Contract Law	2	0	2
FM 303	Facilities Management Economics II	2	0	2
FM 305	Technical Report Writing	2	0	2
FM 307	Facilities Management Agency	2	0	2
FM 309	Project Management I	2	2	3
FM 311	Corporate Facilities Management	2	2	3
FM 313	Change Management	2	0	2
FM 315	Emergency and Disaster Management	2	2	3
TOTAL	16	6	19

Level 300 – Semester II

Course Code	Course Title	Theory	Practical	Credits
FM 302	Industrial Internship	0	36	18
TOTAL	0	36	18

Level 400 – Semester I

COURSE CODE	COURSE TITLE	Theory	Practical	Credits
FM 401	Law of Tort	2	0	2
FM 403	Professional Ethics and Practice	2	0	2
FM 405	Project Work I	0	8	4
FM 407	Market Facilities Management Services	2	0	2
FM 409	Project Management II	2	0	2
FM 411	Land Tenure and Conveyance Systems in Ghana	2	0	2
FM 413	Space Planning and Management	2	0	2
FM 415	Quality Management (TQM)	2	0	2
Total	14	8	18

Level 400 – Semester II

Course Code	Course Title	Theory	Practical	Credits
FM 402	Occupational Health and Safety Management	2	0	2
FM 404	Principles of Law	2	2	3
FM 406	Energy Management	2	2	3
FM 408	Facilities Management Services	2	2	3
FM 410	Project Work II	0	8	4
FM 412	Technology in Facilities Management	2	2	3
FM 414	Facilities Management Support Services	2	2	3
Total	12	18	21

Mode of Delivery

Lectures, Presentations, Seminars, and Research. 

Assessment

Students’ assessment in a course shall be based on two components: continuous assessment and end-of-semester examination. The continuous assessment will comprise quizzes, class work, assignments, presentations, case studies, term papers, seminars, coursework, and mid-semester examinations.

BTECH IN BUILDING TECHNOLOGY 2-YEAR TOP-UP

The principles of construction technologies have not changed drastically. However, the materials and techniques used to achieve these principles constantly evolve to enable the construction industry to deliver better-quality buildings. Scarcity of resources and the continuing demand for more sophisticated clients, end users, and other stakeholder interests are driving the construction industry to provide buildings that facilitate enhanced environmental and energy performance and greater flexibility in response to ever-increasing financial, ecological, legal, and economic constraints. This top-up programme will introduce the various technological concepts used to enable the construction of building elements, from substructure to completion, by understanding the different functional characteristics and design considerations to be taken into account when selecting the most suitable technological solution.

• Objectives/Prospects

Objectives of the programme:

1. To provide further training and development in technology and supervisory roles for HND holders.
2. To develop the importance of science and technology to the Construction Industry and socio-economic development.
3. To foster in individuals a desire for continued job satisfaction and self-improvement, and to recognize the vital role of lifelong learning.
4. To meet the needs of the building industry for a high-level workforce to manage the ever-growing building industry

Below are some key job prospects:

1. Construction Management (e.g., site engineer, project manager)
2. Building Surveying (e.g., facilities inspector, condition assessor)
3. Quantity Surveying (cost estimation, tendering, procurement)
4. Sustainable Building Design (green buildings, energy efficiency)

Entry Requirements for BTech in Building Technology – 2-Year Top-Up

1. Higher National Diploma (HND) in Building Technology with a minimum of a Second-Class Lower Division. 
2. Higher National Diploma (HND) certificate in Civil Engineering with a minimum Second-Class Lower Division or related HND programme within the Built Environment.

• Construction Technician Course (CTC II – Old or CTC III – New)

1. Applicants should be holders of CTC I with passes in all CTC II old scheme courses.
2. Applicants should be holders of CTC I and CTC II and have passed all CTC III new scheme courses.