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Project Management Courses

PMT 031 PMT 041 PMT 508 PMT 510 PMT 512 PMT 521 PMT 606 PMT 608 PMT 612 PMT 619 PMT 621 PMT 706 PMT 712 PMT 718 PMT 719 PMT 819

PMT 031 Project Management: Studio III Lab: 6 hrs.

This workshop initially studies planning processes for non-profit institutions. Students undertake group and individual examinations of real planning processes, proposal calls and the preparation of feasibility studies. In the latter part of the workshop projects of high complexity and large scale are studied. Students prepare comprehensive proposals in response to building programs. The course includes a review of the history of the scientific method.

Prerequisite: ASF 002, ASF 026, ASF 020. Course Weight: 4.00.

PMT 041 Project Management: Thesis Lab: 8 hrs.

The main objective of the initial component of this workshop is to expand the students’ experience with projects of high complexity and varying type, scale and complexity. Students prepare comprehensive proposals for projects under study, in consultation with faculty. In the final portion of this course students are required to propose a project management topic, as a major study, for faculty approval. Students prepare a substantive report adhering to a structured planning process and in accordance with taught methods. (formerly PMT 701/801).

Prerequisite: PMT 031. Course Weight: 4.00.

PMT 508 Project Management: Theory I Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.

Principles of Planning; Definition of Project Management; Basic PM Methods; Issue Analysis; The Logic Diagram; Planning Studies; Programming; Project Organization; Communications; Financial Planning; Contracting Methods; Cost Control; Time Control.

Prerequisite: ASF 029.

PMT 510 Project Management: Information Systems Lect: 1 hr./Lab: 2 hrs.

This course is intended to familiarize students with the Information Systems commonly used in the Construction Industry. The course develops and expands the basic concepts presented in ASF 029, and examines in detail how Management Information Systems, using current computer technology, can best provide Project Managers with the data necessary to perform their management functions. Information Systems currently in use in the industry will be examined, with particular emphasis on Project Planning, Scheduling, Resource Allocation and the Control of Time and Cost from both a practical and a theoretical stand-point.

Prerequisite: ASF 029.

PMT 512 Project Management: Building Economics I Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.

Investigates, in depth, economic decision making by clients, designers and contractors. Explores and analyses the concept of construction as an economic activity and methods of development cost planning and control. Exploration and application of methods of financial analysis, cost and value determination, particularly in the programming, planning and approvals stages of developments, for a range of use, ownership, tenure and building types.

Prerequisite: ASF 029.

PMT 521 Project Management: Housing I Lect: 3 hrs.

This course is designed to develop an appreciation in the student of the central focus of housing in the lives of the individual and the community. The relationships of the “Individual to Home” and of “Housing to the Community” will be studied as well as the adaptation of the physical environment to meet the needs of habitation. The physical, psychological, social, economic and cultural needs of housing and their determinants will be examined in the context of current legislative frameworks and urban issues.

PMT 606 Project Management: Construction Law Lect: 3 hrs.

Business & Construction Law. Introduction to the frame-works of Canadian Law as they relate to the development of land and buildings, construction processes and contracts. Emphasis on the study of case law, law of contract and the law of tort. Overview of the structure of the legal system and the role of the Courts and Tribunals. Builds upon the study of Contract Law and Construction Contracts and introduces the practical application of these legal principles to Project Management. Includes review of the legislation governing self regulating professions, professional practice and ethics.

PMT 608 Project Management: Theory II Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.

Management General; History of Management Theories; Motivation; Criteria for Excellence; Managing Change; Corporate Planning; Executive Characteristics; Organizational Structure; Creativity & Management; Managing Time; Handling Conflict; Managing Institutions, Professional Offices and Construction Companies.

Prerequisite: PMT 508.

PMT 612 Project Management: Building Economics II Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.

Financing, Cost Planning & Control: Continues in more depth an investigation of PMT 512. Explores the physical factors affecting the value of real property; methods of budget determination, quantity and scope of work estimation; elemental cost analysis and determination; planning, scheduling and control; particularly in the programming, planning and approvals stages of developments, applied to range of ownership options and building types. Evaluation of tools and techniques for building programming, decision making, implementation control and life-cycle costing.

Prerequisite: PMT 512.

PMT 619 Project Management: Practice I Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.

Study of the Project Management Process as applied to Projects of the Built Environment. The course looks at the roles of the participants in the process, and examines the practical applications of Project development procedures in Needs Study, Feasibility Study, Facility Program, Design, Preparation of Contract Documents, Methods of Delivery and Tender procedures, Site Management, Commissioning, Occupancy and Facility Management.

Prerequisite: ASF 029.

PMT 621 Project Management: Housing II Lect: 3 hrs.

This course is designed as a practical analysis of the physical and technical aspects of housing and community form within the urban environment. Students will be instructed in techniques for identifying and assessing the needs of individuals and groups with respect to housing provision. Emphasis will be on the life-cycle factors determining need and their provision as well as the social fabric sustaining and supporting individual and community housing.

Prerequisite: PMT 521

PMT 706 Project Management: Development Law Lect: 3 hrs.

Detail investigation of the legislation affecting land-use planning and development and business law as related to the processes of land development and construction; Includes a review of the legislation governing self regulating professions, professional practice and ethics. Explores the relationship between regulation of the built environment and the markets in land, buildings and construction. Examines the political context of urban land-use and environmental conflicts.

PMT 712 Project Management: Building Economics III Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.

Delivery Methods & Techniques; Detailed review of the materials and methods of construction services delivery and control as applied to generic building types. Includes investigations of building materials, construction techniques and contract and cost control methodologies. Attention is given to the context of the industry, organizations and the project managers job. Focus is on the preparation of construction contract documents and management of the construction process. Appraises the multiple aspects of site operations and evaluates site management performance. Provides an overview of the entire development planning and construction processes, emphasizing construction technology issues.

Prerequisite: PMT 612.

PMT 718 Project Management: Theory III Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.

Societal Context of Management; Fundamental Issues of the World Problematic; Trends and Problems which Define the Present and Future Context within which Projects are Conducted and Organizations Operate; Future Study Methodologies.

Prerequisite: PMT 608.

PMT 719 Project Management: Practice II Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.

This course looks at the application of Project Management principles during the Construction phase of the Project. The use of Project control systems in the management of this phase is studied, as are techniques of Construction Management in relation to the planning and control of Site Operations, and students are introduced to current Construction methods and equipment. The importance of the role of the Project Manager in ensuring the “build-ability” and cost-efficiency of the project is stressed. A review of the Construction Industry focuses on the changing roles of the participants, and discusses other current trends and problems.

Prerequisite: PMT 619.

PMT 819 Project Management: Practice III Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.

The focus of this course is on professional practice and application. Guest speakers discuss the practical application of Project Management techniques in the Construction Industry. Students participate in role playing scenarios, and present research from case studies.

Precursor: PMT 719.

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PMT 031	Project Management: Studio III	Lab: 6 hrs.
This workshop initially studies planning processes for non-profit institutions. Students undertake group and individual examinations of real planning processes, proposal calls and the preparation of feasibility studies. In the latter part of the workshop projects of high complexity and large scale are studied. Students prepare comprehensive proposals in response to building programs. The course includes a review of the history of the scientific method.
Prerequisite: ASF 002, ASF 026, ASF 020. Course Weight: 4.00.

PMT 041	Project Management: Thesis	Lab: 8 hrs.
The main objective of the initial component of this workshop is to expand the students’ experience with projects of high complexity and varying type, scale and complexity. Students prepare comprehensive proposals for projects under study, in consultation with faculty. In the final portion of this course students are required to propose a project management topic, as a major study, for faculty approval. Students prepare a substantive report adhering to a structured planning process and in accordance with taught methods. (formerly PMT 701/801).
Prerequisite: PMT 031. Course Weight: 4.00.

PMT 508	Project Management: Theory I	Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
Principles of Planning; Definition of Project Management; Basic PM Methods; Issue Analysis; The Logic Diagram; Planning Studies; Programming; Project Organization; Communications; Financial Planning; Contracting Methods; Cost Control; Time Control.
Prerequisite: ASF 029.

PMT 510	Project Management: Information Systems	Lect: 1 hr./Lab: 2 hrs.
This course is intended to familiarize students with the Information Systems commonly used in the Construction Industry. The course develops and expands the basic concepts presented in ASF 029, and examines in detail how Management Information Systems, using current computer technology, can best provide Project Managers with the data necessary to perform their management functions. Information Systems currently in use in the industry will be examined, with particular emphasis on Project Planning, Scheduling, Resource Allocation and the Control of Time and Cost from both a practical and a theoretical stand-point.
Prerequisite: ASF 029.

PMT 512	Project Management: Building Economics I	Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
Investigates, in depth, economic decision making by clients, designers and contractors. Explores and analyses the concept of construction as an economic activity and methods of development cost planning and control. Exploration and application of methods of financial analysis, cost and value determination, particularly in the programming, planning and approvals stages of developments, for a range of use, ownership, tenure and building types.
Prerequisite: ASF 029.

PMT 521	Project Management: Housing I	Lect: 3 hrs.
This course is designed to develop an appreciation in the student of the central focus of housing in the lives of the individual and the community. The relationships of the “Individual to Home” and of “Housing to the Community” will be studied as well as the adaptation of the physical environment to meet the needs of habitation. The physical, psychological, social, economic and cultural needs of housing and their determinants will be examined in the context of current legislative frameworks and urban issues.

PMT 606	Project Management: Construction Law	Lect: 3 hrs.
Business & Construction Law. Introduction to the frame-works of Canadian Law as they relate to the development of land and buildings, construction processes and contracts. Emphasis on the study of case law, law of contract and the law of tort. Overview of the structure of the legal system and the role of the Courts and Tribunals. Builds upon the study of Contract Law and Construction Contracts and introduces the practical application of these legal principles to Project Management. Includes review of the legislation governing self regulating professions, professional practice and ethics.

PMT 608	Project Management: Theory II	Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
Management General; History of Management Theories; Motivation; Criteria for Excellence; Managing Change; Corporate Planning; Executive Characteristics; Organizational Structure; Creativity & Management; Managing Time; Handling Conflict; Managing Institutions, Professional Offices and Construction Companies.
Prerequisite: PMT 508.

PMT 612	Project Management: Building Economics II	Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
Financing, Cost Planning & Control: Continues in more depth an investigation of PMT 512. Explores the physical factors affecting the value of real property; methods of budget determination, quantity and scope of work estimation; elemental cost analysis and determination; planning, scheduling and control; particularly in the programming, planning and approvals stages of developments, applied to range of ownership options and building types. Evaluation of tools and techniques for building programming, decision making, implementation control and life-cycle costing.
Prerequisite: PMT 512.

PMT 619	Project Management: Practice I	Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
Study of the Project Management Process as applied to Projects of the Built Environment. The course looks at the roles of the participants in the process, and examines the practical applications of Project development procedures in Needs Study, Feasibility Study, Facility Program, Design, Preparation of Contract Documents, Methods of Delivery and Tender procedures, Site Management, Commissioning, Occupancy and Facility Management.
Prerequisite: ASF 029.

PMT 621	Project Management: Housing II	Lect: 3 hrs.
This course is designed as a practical analysis of the physical and technical aspects of housing and community form within the urban environment. Students will be instructed in techniques for identifying and assessing the needs of individuals and groups with respect to housing provision. Emphasis will be on the life-cycle factors determining need and their provision as well as the social fabric sustaining and supporting individual and community housing.
Prerequisite: PMT 521

PMT 706	Project Management: Development Law	Lect: 3 hrs.
Detail investigation of the legislation affecting land-use planning and development and business law as related to the processes of land development and construction; Includes a review of the legislation governing self regulating professions, professional practice and ethics. Explores the relationship between regulation of the built environment and the markets in land, buildings and construction. Examines the political context of urban land-use and environmental conflicts.

PMT 712	Project Management: Building Economics III	Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
Delivery Methods & Techniques; Detailed review of the materials and methods of construction services delivery and control as applied to generic building types. Includes investigations of building materials, construction techniques and contract and cost control methodologies. Attention is given to the context of the industry, organizations and the project managers job. Focus is on the preparation of construction contract documents and management of the construction process. Appraises the multiple aspects of site operations and evaluates site management performance. Provides an overview of the entire development planning and construction processes, emphasizing construction technology issues.
Prerequisite: PMT 612.

PMT 718	Project Management: Theory III	Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
Societal Context of Management; Fundamental Issues of the World Problematic; Trends and Problems which Define the Present and Future Context within which Projects are Conducted and Organizations Operate; Future Study Methodologies.
Prerequisite: PMT 608.

PMT 719	Project Management: Practice II	Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
This course looks at the application of Project Management principles during the Construction phase of the Project. The use of Project control systems in the management of this phase is studied, as are techniques of Construction Management in relation to the planning and control of Site Operations, and students are introduced to current Construction methods and equipment. The importance of the role of the Project Manager in ensuring the “build-ability” and cost-efficiency of the project is stressed. A review of the Construction Industry focuses on the changing roles of the participants, and discusses other current trends and problems.
Prerequisite: PMT 619.

PMT 819	Project Management: Practice III	Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr.
The focus of this course is on professional practice and application. Guest speakers discuss the practical application of Project Management techniques in the Construction Industry. Students participate in role playing scenarios, and present research from case studies.
Precursor: PMT 719.