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Course Name Architectural Project Management
Course Code 25ARC413
Program 5-Year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)
Semester 8
Credits 2
Campus Coimbatore

Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to Project Management

Definition, scope, and importance of project management in architecture; Project life cycle: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, and Closure; Roles of stakeholders: architect, client, consultants, contractors, and regulatory bodies.

Module 2: Project Planning & Scheduling

Work breakdown structure (WBS) and task sequencing; Project scheduling tools: Gantt charts, CPM, PERT; Introduction to software: MS Project, Primavera (basic exposure); Case study analysis of planning workflows in real projects

 

Module 3: Cost Estimation & Budgeting

Cost planning and estimation techniques: BOQ, cost per square meter, contingencies; Budget allocation and cash flow management; Case study of cost overruns and financial planning in a built project.

Module 4: Procurement, Contracts & Legal Framework

Types of contracts: item-rate, lump sum, design-build, EPC; Tendering process and bid evaluation; Basics of contract administration and dispute resolution; Overview of legal considerations: Building Codes, NBC and RERA.

Module 5: Risk, Quality & Resource Management

Risk identification and mitigation strategies; Quality assurance and control in design and construction stages; Human resource management in project teams.

Objectives and Outcomes

Course Objectives

  • To introduce students to the principles, processes, and tools of project management in the context of architectural practice.
  • To familiarize students with project life cycle stages: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
  • To develop understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, resource management, and risk assessment.
  • To provide knowledge of contract administration, legal frameworks, and stakeholder management.
  • To enable students to apply project management strategies in academic design projects and professional practice.

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, students will be able to:

 

CO1:

Explain the phases, processes, and stakeholders involved in architectural project management.

 

CO2 :

Prepare project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans using standard tools.

 

CO3:

Understand and apply procurement strategies, contract management, and legal considerations.

 

CO4:

Assess and mitigate risks and ensure quality management in architectural projects.

 

CO5:

Integrate project management strategies into architectural design and execution through case studies and simulated exercises.

 

 

 

PO1

PO2

PO3

PO4

PO5

PO6

PO7

PO8

PO9

PO10

PO11

PSO1

PSO2

PSO3

CO1

3

2

2

3

2

3

–

2

1

–

3

3

–

–

CO2

3

3

3

3

3

3

–

3

2

–

3

3

3

3

CO3

3

3

3

3

3

3

–

3

2

2

3

3

3

3

CO4

3

3

2

3

3

3

–

3

2

2

3

3

3

3

CO5

3

2

3

3

3

3

–

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

Evaluation Pattern

Evaluation Pattern

 

Assessment

Internal/External

Weightage

Continuous Assessment

Internal

30%

Mid-Semester Examination

Internal

20%

End-Semester Examination

External

50%

Text Books / References

Reading Material

  1. Choudhury, S. Project Management for Architects and Construction Managers.
  2. Jha, K. N. Construction Project Management: Theory and Practice. Pearson.
  3. Project Management Institute. PMBOK Guide (Latest Edition).
  4. Roshan Namavati. Professional Practice.
  5. National Building Code (NBC) and RERA Guidelines.

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