Bachelor of Technology in Construction Technology & Resource Management


@ University of Vocational Technology - UNIVOTEC

Overview

This programme prepares students for professional roles in construction technology and resource management within national and global built environment sectors. It emphasises both technical understanding and practical competence to bridge gaps between technician-level skills and civil engineering graduate capabilities.

Study Structure

  • The curriculum spans multiple semesters with progressive academic and professional modules designed to build core competencies in construction technology and site management.
  • Students engage in applied training, project work, and industry exposure to reinforce theoretical learning with real-world practices.
  • Programme delivery includes weekday and weekend options to accommodate candidates with vocational qualifications.

Entry Requirements

  • Candidates with relevant National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) levels may be eligible for exemptions, reducing total study duration.
  • Holders of NVQ 5 can receive a full year exemption.
  • Holders of NVQ 6 may receive exemption of three semesters, subject to academic criteria.
  • G.C.E. (A/L) applicants may be enrolled for the weekday pathway if vacancies remain after NVQ-qualified candidates are enrolled.
  • Academic background in Engineering Technology or Physical Sciences is typically expected for foundational readiness.

Core Learning Themes

The programme builds expertise in project planning, construction law, economics, and advanced site operations. Students develop skills to interpret, plan and manage construction activities, working with diverse stakeholders and technologies.

Key Knowledge Areas

  • Contract administration principles and practices.
  • Construction law and claim management fundamentals.
  • Building economics and cost assessment techniques.
  • Pre-contract and post-contract project phases.
  • Construction measurements and quantitative analyses.
  • Advanced technologies influencing modern construction methods.
  • Problem solving for construction failures and mitigation approaches.
  • Application of alternative materials and sustainability techniques.

Semester Modules

The curriculum is structured to develop from foundational concepts to advanced professional practice across semesters. Each term introduces targeted modules that advance technical proficiency and critical thinking.

Semester 1

  • Mathematics for Construction Technology I
  • Building Construction with Draftsmanship
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Communication Skills for Engineers
  • Construction Materials
  • Surveying and Levelling I

Semester 2

  • Structural Mechanics
  • Construction Technology I
  • Hydraulics and Hydrology
  • Soil Mechanics and Geology I
  • Workshop Technology
  • Elementary Quantity Surveying
  • Industry Exposure

Semester 3

  • Highway Engineering
  • Structural Analysis
  • Mathematics for Construction Technology II
  • Estimating and Tendering in Construction
  • Soil Mechanics and Geology II
  • Water Resources Engineering
  • Surveying and Levelling II

Semester 4

  • Concept Design of Projects and Research Methodology
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Construction Technology II
  • Applied Electricity
  • Design of Structural Elements
  • Construction Planning and Management
  • Building Services

Semester 5

  • Work-Based Training
  • Survey Camp
  • Project Proposal Formulation

Semester 6

  • Capstone Project
  • Project Management
  • Application of Architecture and Landscaping
  • Photography for Construction Documentation
  • Construction Economics and Accounting
  • Construction Law and Professional Ethics
  • Highrise Buildings – Elective
  • Water Resources and Coastal Infrastructure – Elective
  • Highway and Railway Infrastructure – Elective

Professional Competencies

  • Manage construction processes and resources with strategic oversight.
  • Interpret and apply industry standards, legal principles and contractual obligations.
  • Prepare accurate estimates, plans and reports for complex construction tasks.
  • Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams on construction sites.
  • Evolve adaptive strategies to emerging technologies and sustainability practices within the construction sector.

Career Pathways

  • Site supervisor or project coordinator roles in construction firms.
  • Technical specialist in contract administration and project planning.
  • Resource management positions within consultancy and infrastructure agencies.
  • Opportunities for further postgraduate study or professional certification in construction management disciplines.

Graduate Outcomes

  • Graduates emerge with the capacity to contribute to complex construction projects and infrastructure delivery.
  • The programme equips students with analytical, technical and managerial skills applicable across local and international markets.
  • Emphasis on practical application prepares graduates for real-world challenges in the built environment.

Duration

3 Years

Course Level

Degree

Location

Rathmalana

Category

Construction Industry General , Construction Management

Contact Details

+94-112630700

http://www.univotec.ac.lk

No 100, Kandawala Road , Rathmalana

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