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Update your skills or study an area of interest without committing to a full degree. Whether it&#39;s gaining an edge in your career, moving into a new profession, or enhancing your existing knowledge, studying Postgraduate Single Subjects provides you with the opportunity to learn the knowledge and skills that you need.
Explore subjects as diverse as Astrobiology and Accounting, Egyptian History and Economics, or Marketing and Mental Health Management. Postgraduate Single subjects are available in the Arts, Business, Education, Health, IT, Law, and Science disciplines. You can study with six of Australia&#39;s leading universities including Australian Catholic University, Curtin University, Griffith University, Macquarie University, RMIT University, Swinburne University and UniSA.

Postgraduate Single Subjects

Introduction to Construction Management

Construction Project Management

Contract Administration

Introduction to Management in Construction

Introduction to Contract Administration

Construction 1

Advanced Contract Administration

Structures 2

Structures

Building Services

Gain essential technical skills and knowledge of the construction industry to launch or advance your career. Study the entire lifecycle of construction projects including the different stages and processes, the information required, and which stakeholders are involved in each stage.Build your knowledge of the characteristics of the construction industry, the building process and gain skills in project management theory and principles.Discover what makes a building sustainable and how environmental impacts are avoided. Study the tools and techniques construction professionals use to ensure projects are delivered at a high-quality, on time and within budget.UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree. This is a first-year course from UniSA Online’s Bachelor of Construction Management degree.Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.﻿Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

Lay the foundations for further study in the building industry. Understand the building process including roles, objectives and regulations. Get to know the life cycle of building projects. Consider how you might build sustainably.

This subject was previously known as Residential Construction.
In this subject students will be introduced to the types, components and practices of low-rise domestic construction. In this overview of basic constructional materials used in domestic construction students will apply aspects of applied science to relevant building types by examining the properties of matter, wave motion, heat, light and sound). Students will also evaluate solar effects on buildings. Fieldwork is a component of this subject.
Please Note:  If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.
Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Stake out designs in domestic construction. You’ll study structure, materials, tools and methods to build houses from foundation to finish. Consider how structural design controls heat and light effects; ventilation, acoustics and air flow and quality. 

Low Rise Construction

Gain an understanding of the fundamental micro and macro-economics principles through a construction lens. Analyse how changes in market conditions and monetary policy can affect construction firms. Examine the unique characteristics and different types of markets and how they impact costs, revenues and pricing.Investigate real-world scenarios and case studies. As part of your assessments, you’ll investigate the market characteristics of a construction firm with a major presence in Australia. You’ll learn to use real-time market data including market shares, profits and sales to analyse the firm’s position in the market. UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.This is a first-year course from UniSA Online’s Construction Management degrees.Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

Learn the micro and macro-economic principles behind construction. Consider how changes in the market can affect construction firms – including the impact on costs, revenues and pricing. Learn using real firms as examples, using market data.

Introduction to Construction Business Management

This subject was previously known as Construction Industry Management.
This subject will provide students with an overview of the construction industry, project life cycle, the industry’s place in the community and external factors that influence it. The role, functions, and professional practices of construction managers, quantity surveyors and project managers will be discussed. Students will be introduced to a range of management concepts and techniques associated with construction projects.
Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.
Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Get constructive and stake out a foundation in management. Study the construction project life cycle and the role of the industry in communities. Understand what managers, quantity surveyors and project managers do. Learn management techniques. 

This subject focuses on the principles and conventions of measurement in civil engineering projects (i.e. infrastructure construction projects), as well as the measurement of services in both infrastructure and building works. Students will also utilise and expand their existing knowledge of construction methodologies and technical terms to interpret construction drawings in relation to Australian and international standard methods of measurement.Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject, you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.Find out more about the <a href="https://academicintegrity.curtin.edu.au/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Learn how engineers measure works and services including roads, tunnels, pipelines, and more. You’ll get to know the standards and interpret drawings for engineering projects. Pick up construction industry vocab and methods along the way.

Engineering Measurement

This subject discusses the impact of construction activities on the environment, society and the economy and how sustainable development affects the way the construction industry operates. Students will investigate construction practices in building and infrastructure projects, and develop strategies to address key sustainability issues.Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.Find out more about the <a href="https://academicintegrity.curtin.edu.au/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Unearth the environmental impact of construction. You’ll explore energy efficiency, water reuse, and recycling within the building industry. Consider how sustainability influences materials and methods. Explore case studies and innovations.

Sustainable Construction Practices in Building and Infrastructure

In this subject, students will develop estimating skills and strategic estimating methods in buildings. The estimating strategies will align and apply into the processes of design economics, cost benefit analysis and elemental cost analysis at the early stage of project development.Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.Find out more about the <a href="https://academicintegrity.curtin.edu.au/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Add estimating to your construction management toolkit. Explore how planning techniques, materials and designs can control building costs. Learn to cost a project by parts. Get strategic with cost benefit analysis. 

Construction Estimating and Cost Planning

Gain a solid foundation in the residential building construction industry. Explore the building process, from the initial phase of preliminary concept planning and approvals, right through to the final finishing stage. Learn the basic elements, procedures and practices and come out well versed in the terminology used by professionals. Get an insight into how small building companies operate on a day-to-day basis.Your course content covers up-to-date building regulations, standards and codes from the National Construction Code. You’ll study building elements and components and their sequencing including foundations, footings, floors, walls, roofs and finishing trades.UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.This is a first-year course from UniSA Online’s Bachelor of Construction Management degree.Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

Build your foundation in  building construction. Study the order in which building elements are constructed — including foundations, footings, floors and more. Understand building regulations, standards and codes from the National Construction Code.

This subject was previously known as Facilities Management.This subject examines the scope and importance of facilities and asset management. The history, common terms and attributes of facilities and asset management are explored. This is so that students gain the understanding, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform the roles of either a facilities or asset manager.Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Inspect a role in facilities management. Examine the value in ensuring building services meet people’s needs. Recognise the attributes of an effective facilities manager. Identify the range of responsibilities—from managing assets to refurbishment. 

Facilities and Asset Management

No matter what construction profession you enter, a fundamental knowledge of law and contract administration is essential to your career.  Law touches upon the construction industry in many ways through legislation, law of contract, law of torts and equity law. This course builds upon the legal knowledge you have acquired in the Introduction to Contract Administration course. You’ll gain a good working knowledge of the key provisions of standard form commercial building contracts in Australia, using the Australia Standards 4000 (AS 4000) General Conditions of Contract as a foundation. UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.  This is a second-year course from UniSA Online’s Construction Management degrees. When studying this course as a &quot;single subject&quot;, prior knowledge from BUIL 2029 or equivalent will support your success.Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

Bring your basic legal knowledge of contracts to this construction management course. You’ll dive deeper into the laws and standards that govern construction projects. Work out key legal responsibilities when it comes to payment, variations, and more. 

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