We were assigned 2 course works assignments in this module by Mr Eddie Lim. Coursework 1 is seminar presentation with 2 person in a group. Each group have to present each chapter of the week. My partner was Lee Jing Loon and we were presenting Chapter 10 which is law relating to payment. We found alot of case law in this chapter. This provided me a deep understanding for applying law in different kind of situation in case of payment. While coursework 2 is form by 10 person in a group. This assignment is more dealing with contractual claims. This gives me a hint on what it would be like working in the industry in the future and I think it is very well useful for me.
Thursday, 3 July 2014
CONSTRUCTION LAW (QSB 4414)
In this module, I have understood the general principles on the formation of a contract and remedies in the event of breach. I have also understand the roles and liabilities of architects, quantity surveyors and other professionals in relation to professional negligence and the use of collateral contract. As a Quantity Surveyor, they must possess good knowledge of laws relating to payments, contractual claims and interpretation rules of ambiguity found in documents. They also need to understand the laws relating to land and construction industry.
We were assigned 2 course works assignments in this module by Mr Eddie Lim. Coursework 1 is seminar presentation with 2 person in a group. Each group have to present each chapter of the week. My partner was Lee Jing Loon and we were presenting Chapter 10 which is law relating to payment. We found alot of case law in this chapter. This provided me a deep understanding for applying law in different kind of situation in case of payment. While coursework 2 is form by 10 person in a group. This assignment is more dealing with contractual claims. This gives me a hint on what it would be like working in the industry in the future and I think it is very well useful for me.
We were assigned 2 course works assignments in this module by Mr Eddie Lim. Coursework 1 is seminar presentation with 2 person in a group. Each group have to present each chapter of the week. My partner was Lee Jing Loon and we were presenting Chapter 10 which is law relating to payment. We found alot of case law in this chapter. This provided me a deep understanding for applying law in different kind of situation in case of payment. While coursework 2 is form by 10 person in a group. This assignment is more dealing with contractual claims. This gives me a hint on what it would be like working in the industry in the future and I think it is very well useful for me.
COST VALUE ENGINEERING (QSB4214)
Value Engineering is a function oriented, systematic team approach and study to provide value in a product, system or service. Often, this improvement is focused on cost reduction; however other important areas such as customer perceived quality and performance are also of paramount importance in the value equation.
The module introduces the idea of unnecessary cost and cost cutting exercise in the cost planning and control stage. It covers area of implementation of value engineering and the key person involve – the facilitator. The module concluded with a series of discussion on the problem and constraint in the implementation stage based on some significant case studies.
We were assigned into group assignments in this subject whereby we need to conduct a case study on implementing Value Management in the construction industry. After group discussion, we decided to use a factory plan in this project. All members have various different ideas on ways to minimize the cost and maximize the usage of the space. By this, we've learn how to increase the function and quality of building with cost saving by applying VM. VM enhances the customers' satisfaction and sales by determining the exact need and expectation of customers.
The module introduces the idea of unnecessary cost and cost cutting exercise in the cost planning and control stage. It covers area of implementation of value engineering and the key person involve – the facilitator. The module concluded with a series of discussion on the problem and constraint in the implementation stage based on some significant case studies.
We were assigned into group assignments in this subject whereby we need to conduct a case study on implementing Value Management in the construction industry. After group discussion, we decided to use a factory plan in this project. All members have various different ideas on ways to minimize the cost and maximize the usage of the space. By this, we've learn how to increase the function and quality of building with cost saving by applying VM. VM enhances the customers' satisfaction and sales by determining the exact need and expectation of customers.
DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS (QSB 4223)
This module introduce students to the development, roles and contribution of construction industry to national economy. It is initiated with the introduction of the process in a property development and factors that influence the development process. The subject also covers various techniques of development appraisal and source of finance available. It is then concluded with the important of market research to the overall development process and its impact of research to the development.
This course give me an understanding of key issues in economic development and provide me with rigorous economic theory and statistical tools to be able to analyse policies and assess their impact on economic and human development.
In this subject, it is taught by 2 lecturers namely Mr Ho June Khai and Mrs Dianne Kok Hui Wei who with expertise in both theoretical and applied development economics.
In the group assignment, I have learnt how to calculate the development cost and produce cash flow table through analysis and group discussions. In this group assignment, we were also graded individually in Question 2 whereby we were to analyze the cash flow table and the viability of the project with our opinions and calculations of NPV.
RESEARCH DISSERTATION (QSB 4914)
This subject is lectured by Ms Theong May Chuan to guide us to complete our title or dissertation in a correct matter. This lecture was actually conducted in the last semester as we have to come out with our own title, prepare the proposal and the literature review in semester 5 while the rest must be completed in semester 6. Title of my thesis is “The impact of building in residential buildings in Bandar Sunway".
The dissertation is consisting of:
- Research Proposal
- Literature Review
- Research Methodology
- Data Analysis
- Conclusion and Recommendation
I was indebted to the supervisor Mr Kam Kenn Jhun, who in acting as consultant editor, has contributed invaluable advice.Researching, finding a lot of journals are very important throughout the whole dissertation. To carry out an in-depth research, i must have access to both online and offline resources that will enable me to collect ample material for my dissertation. I must collect as much information as possible. I also talk to my seniors about my assignment and stay in touch with my supervisor. This enable me to collect ample matter for my dissertation. I am very glad that I've met Mr Kam who helps me alot in this dissertation.
Interview questions Questionnaire has been set and distributed in residential buildings to the maintenance manager and occupants staying in Bandar Sunway.I would like to appreciate the responded occupants and four maintenance managers from different condominium at Bandar Sunway, who helped to complete the questionnaires and interviews for this project dissertation. After that, conclusion and recommendation must be made to complete the dissertation.
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