FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

COURSE OUTLINE FOR

Project Management - PJM 721S
STATEMENT ABOUT ACADEMIC HONESTY AND INTEGRITY

All staff and students of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), upon signing their employment
contracts and registration forms, respectively, commit themselves to abide by the policies and rules of the institution.
The core activity of the NUST is learning and in this respect academic honesty and integrity is very important to ensure
that learning is valid, reliable and credible.

The NUST therefore does not condone any form of academic dishonesty, including plagiarism and cheating on tests and
assessments, amongst other such practices. The NUST requires students to always do their own assignments and to
produce their own academic work, unless given a group assignment.

Academic Dishonesty includes, but is not limited to:

• Using the ideas, words, works or inventions of someone else as if it is your own work.
• Using the direct words of someone else without quotation marks, even if they are referenced.
• Copying from writings (books, articles, webpages, other students’ assignments, etc.), published or unpublished,
without referencing.
• Syndication of a piece of work, all or part of an assignment, by a group of students, unless the assignment was
a legitimate group assignment.
• The borrowing and use of another person’s assignment, with or without their knowledge or permission.
• Infringing copyright, including documents copied or cut and pasted from the internet.
• Asking someone else to prepare an assignment for you or to write or sit an assessment for you, whether this is
against payment or not.
• Re-submitting work done already for another course or programme as new work, so-called self-plagiarism.
• Bringing notes into an examination or test venue, regardless of whether the notes were used to copy or not.
• Receiving any outside assistance in any form or shape during an examination or test.

All forms of academic dishonesty are viewed as misconduct under the NUST Student Rules and Regulations. Students
who make themselves guilty of academic dishonesty will be brought before a Disciplinary Committee and may be
suspended from studying for a certain time or may be expelled. All students who are found guilty of academic dishonesty
shall have an appropriate endorsement on their academic record, which will never be erased.

COVID-19 ADHERENCE CLAUSE

“Campus activities that involve physical contact, whether in a meeting, laboratory, assessment, tutorial/lecture, will be
held under strict COVID-19 National Health and Safety Protocols. Students not adhering to such National Regulations,
i.e., wearing masks correctly to cover both the mouth and nose, social distancing of at least 1.5 m, hand sanitising and
refraining from campus activities when experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, will not be allowed into a venue.”

Course Outline: Project Management PJM 721S; Semester 2 1

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 1. COURSE INFORMATION

1.1. COURSE CODE AND TITLE:

PJM 721S – Project Management

1.2. DEPARTMENT:
Civil, Mining and Process Engineering

1.3. PROGRAMME(S):
• Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering (07BECV)

1.4. CONTACT HOURS:

5 Hours/week

1.5. NQF LEVEL AND CREDIT:

NQF Level 6

1.6. COURSE OUTLINE REVISION DATE:

19th July 2023

1.7. COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Construction project is a complex short-term event which involves varieties of stakeholders such as client, contractors,
laborers, managers and mainly the engineers. There are groups and sequences of events that must be progressed to
achieve the goal of a civil engineering construction project to be completed and commissioned. The significance of good
project management to fulfil the predetermined objectives are well addressed in the modern days as it involves a greater
value based on economy, manpower, equipment, time, and risks. Standards for project management have been
published by the governments that shows the concentration of higher bodies of the countries towards the construction
and industrial developments. As the civil engineers are going to work mainly with construction projects, and it is the
need of the hour for young graduate to get exposed to the project management processes and workflow, the course
has been included as a core course in the curriculum. It has advantage in the real field of practice for the civil engineering
graduates are to work in projects in any corner with critical responsibility.

1.8. PREREQUISITES:
1.8.1. None
1.9. COURSE EQUIVALENCIES:
Project Management- PMJ411S and Project Management- PMJ421S

1.10. COURSE DELIVERY METHODS:

This course will be presented through a series of lectures (virtual/online/face-to-face), tutorials (virtual). Use will be
made, throughout, of the computer & Ms Teams ‘white board’ and the prescribed textbook to illustrate theoretical
concepts. The main approach will be for the student to obtain the theoretical knowledge and then investigate the
practical applications of these concepts.

• Lectures: During lectures, the lecturer presents the theoretical concepts of the course to the students, through
power-point presentations (where available), by referring to the prescribed textbook, by using the ‘white-board’
and other appropriate methods.

• Tutorials: During tutorials, the lecturer with student participation solves problems from the prescribed textbook or
gives hints on how to solve these problems for the students to deepen their understanding of the theoretical
concepts, to sharpen their analytical skills and to get clarity on areas of weakness. However, for most of the
exercises/problems, the lecturer gives hints only on how to solve the problems. Where possible students will be
introduced to Project Planning software through tutorials.

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• Self-study: During self-study sessions, the students are expected, on their own and in their own time, to study and
solve problems based on the topics covered in the class sessions for them to become conversant with the
theoretical concepts of the course and to sharpen their analytical skills even further.

• Feedback: During feed-back sessions, students receive feed-back from the lecturer based on information obtained
during his/her assessment of students’ work which was previously submitted for marking.

The following communication tools will be used in this course:

Communication outside the ‘classroom’ will involve any or all the following modes: Email, Student server, E-
learning platform (Moodle/MyNUST), whatsapp group (based on convenience), MS Teams class group, chat
box, MS Team telephone calls and notice boards.

Course Format:
• The major components of this course are Lectures @ 4 hours per week.

2. LECTURER INFORMATION

Lecturer’s Name: Mr Rian Uusizi

Email: ruusizi@nust.na
Office phone: (061) 207 2375
Office location: Office No. E/1/LG14, Old Engineering Building
Office hours: 08h00 – 16h30
Consultation hours: 08H30 to 09H30 - Wednesday

NB: These consultation hours may change when the timetable is revised. In addition, students are free to make
appointments with the lecturer during working hours (or outside working hours) to seek further clarification of
concepts covered in class. Consultation days and times will be ordinarily based on available slots in the course
timetable. Consultation times can also be found on the lecturer’s door.

3. STUDENT READINESS

3.1. TECHNOLOGY & EQUIPMENT READINESS:

Laptop, You Tube channel, On-line screen recording and editing software; Digital camera; Home internet connectivity,
accessibility to MS teams and MyNUST.

3.2. STUDENT COMMITMENT AND CONTACT TIMES:

• A register of attendance will be maintained, and students are expected to attend at least 80% of all lecture and
tutorial sessions, as this will be to their own benefit. [See section AC3.1 and AC3.3 on page 20 of the Yearbook –
Part 1 General Information and Regulations 2020].
• For face-to-face sessions, no student will be allowed to enter the classroom during a lecture/tutorial session ten.
(10) minutes after the start of the session (to avoid disturbances). In short, late coming will not be tolerated!
• The use of cell phones during contact sessions: The use of mobile/cell phones or any electronic audio devices is
strictly not allowed during all contact sessions (lectures, tutorial, and examinations, etc.), unless under the explicit
permission of the lecturer [See section AC3.1, page 20 (last paragraph) of Yearbook – Part 1 General Information
and Regulations 2020].
• The three basic classroom rules for this course are summarised as follows:
(i) No late coming to contact sessions (both face-to-face and virtual).
(ii) No use of cell phones during contact sessions (unless under the explicit permission of the lecturer/facilitator).
(iii) No aimless talk during contact sessions (all talking must be constructive and controlled). Raising of hands is
mandatory to be allowed to talk.

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3.3. COURSE RESOURCES:
Computer to attend virtual classes equipped with those mentioned in 3.1. Course materials as suggested then and
there. Procuring the prescribed reading is advisable.

3.4. PRESCRIBED READING:

• Schwalbe K., Information Technology Project Management. Course Technology, Cengage Learning.
• Sears S. K., Sears G. A., Clough R. H., Rounds J. L., & Segner R. O., Construction Project Management. John
Wiley & Sons.

3.5. RECOMMENDED READING:

• Smith N. J., Engineering Project Management. Blackwell Publishing.
• Portny S. E., Project management. John Wiley & Sons.

4. STUDENT LEARNING

4.1. LEARNING OUTCOMES:

This comprehensive course in Project Management for Civil Engineering Industries aims to equip students with essential
knowledge and skills required to successfully manage projects within the civil engineering sector. The course will cover
various aspects of project planning, scheduling, and execution, while also delving into strategic management, systems
engineering, human resource management, financial management, marketing management, contract management, quality
management, risk management, and legal aspects specifically relevant to civil engineering projects.

4.2. COURSE CONTENT AND CONTENT OUTCOMES:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

1. Understand Civil Engineering Industries: Gain an overview of the civil engineering industries, including the
types of projects undertaken, key stakeholders, and the importance of project management in this sector.
2. Project Planning and Scheduling: Demonstrate proficiency in developing comprehensive project plans,
defining project scope, and creating realistic schedules that account for critical tasks and resource
allocation.
3. Strategic Management: Apply strategic management principles to align project objectives with overall
organizational goals and foster long-term success in civil engineering projects.
4. Systems Engineering Management: Understand the interconnectedness of various systems in engineering
projects and how to optimize their performance to achieve project objectives efficiently.
5. Human Resource Management: Develop skills in managing project teams, fostering collaboration, and
resolving conflicts to enhance overall project productivity and team satisfaction.
6. Financial Management: Acquire knowledge in budgeting, cost estimation, and financial control in civil
engineering projects to ensure projects are completed within allocated resources.
7. Marketing Management: Explore marketing strategies specific to civil engineering projects to effectively
promote and communicate the value of the project to stakeholders.
8. Contract Management: Understand the intricacies of contract management, including procurement
processes, contract negotiation, and adherence to legal requirements.
9. Quality Management: Implement quality assurance and control measures to ensure that civil engineering
projects meet industry standards and client expectations.
10. Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks throughout the project life cycle to minimize
project disruptions and ensure successful project delivery.
11. Legal Aspects in Civil Engineering: Familiarize with legal regulations and considerations relevant to civil
engineering projects, including permits, environmental regulations, and liability issues.

Course Outline: Project Management PJM 721S; Semester 2 4

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4.3. COURSE SCHEDULE AND IMPORTANT DATES:
NOTE: The following dates are subject to change based on the needs of the students at the lecturer’s prerogative.
Students will be notified ahead of time of any changes.

Week Date Topic/Activity Learning Hours

L T LB E F S
1 17-21 Jul. Introduction
2 Introduction to Project Management 2 1 1 1
3 24-28 Jul. Understand Civil Engineering Industries 2 1 1 1
Project Planning and Scheduling 2 1 1 1
4 31 -4 Aug. Strategic Management 2 1 1 1
7-11 Aug. Field Trip 1-Assignment 1 2 2 2
5 14-18 Exam 1 3
Aug. Systems Engineering Management 2 1 1 1
6 21-24 Human Resource Management 2 1 1 1
Aug.
7 28-1 Sep. Financial Management 2 1 1 1
8 4-8 Sep. Field Trip 2- Assignment 2 2 2 2
Marketing Management 2 1 1 1
9 18-22 Field Trip 3 - Assignment 3 1 2 2 2
Sep.
10 25-29 Contract Management 2 1 1 1
Sep.
11 2-6 Oct. Quality Management 2 1 1 1
12 9-13 Oct. Risk Management 2 1 1 1
13 16-20 Field Trip 4 2 2 2
Oct.
14 23-27 Exam 2 3
Oct.
15 30-3 Nov. Legal Aspects in Civil Engineering 2 1 1 1
16 6-10 Nov. Field Trip 5- Assignment 4 2 1 1 1
17 13-17 Second Opp Exam 3
Nov.
Totals 26 14 8 9 21 21

Legend
E Exam
T Tutorial/Quiz
L Lecture
LB Laboratory
F Feedback
S Self-study at home
SO Second opportunity exams

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4.4. ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION:

Assessment Summary:
Diversified Continuous Evaluation Components Minimum Pass Mark (%) Component Weight (CW)
(%)
Assignment 1 50 10
Assignment 2 50 10
Assignment 3 50 10
Assignment 4 50 10
Exam 1 50 30
Exam 2 50 30
Total: 100

In order to pass this course, a student must obtain a minimum AVERAGE of 50% in the examinations and a minimum
of 50% in the non-examination assessment components.

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The assessment strategy in this course is based on the ‘continuous and diversified assessment’ system (CASS) of
evaluation. It is the students’ responsibility to be familiar with and adhere to the institution (NUST)’s assessment
policies. These policies can be found in the Yearbooks (Parts 1 and 5).

Examination Events:
The institution’s examinations procedures will apply. See the Examinations Procedures Manual (Part 4: Student
Information). Each student is expected to familiarise themselves with ‘Part 4.B’ of this manual.
• All examinations will be written under ‘typical examination conditions’.
• During an examination, all students are required to arrive at the examination venue at least thirty (30) minutes
before the start of an examination. Any student who arrives at an examination venue more than one (1) hour after
the examination has started will not be allowed to take the examination.

5. COURSE POLICIES

5.1. GENERAL ACADEMIC POLICIES:

It is the student's responsibility to be familiar with and adhere to the institution’s Policies. These Policies can be found
in the NUST Prospectus or online at https://www.nust.na (Download Documents).

5.2. SUPPLEMENTARY POLICIES:

The supplementary policies are found in the Faculty of Engineering Yearbook, section C. The term ‘examination’ refers
to an assessment conducted under controlled (examination) conditions. Some of the salient points are:
• A student who fails or misses any or all of the first-opportunity examinations will be allowed to write a
supplementary examination towards the end of the semester.
• The above-mentioned student will be given the opportunity to improve their results for all but one (1) such failed-
or missed examinations.
• No student who obtains a mark of less than 50 % for the supplementary examination passes the course.
• The minimum weight allocated for the examination component of the course (i.e., the aggregated mark of all
examination assessments as defined in C.2), will be 50%.

Course Outline: Project Management PJM 721S; Semester 2 6

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 6. ECSA SPECIFIC INFORMATION
6.1. KNOWLEDGE AREAS:

Classification of Mathematical Natural Sciences Engineering Design and Complimentary

Knowledge Areas Sciences Sciences Synthesis Studies
(Weighted by 100
Percentage)

6.2. GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES (GAs):

1 2 3 4 5
Problem Application of scientific Engineering design Investigations, Engineering methods,
solving and engineering experiments & data skills and tools, including
knowledge analysis information technology

6 7 8 9 10
Professional & Sustainability & impact Individual, team & Independent Engineering
technical of engineering activity multidisciplinary learning ability professionalism
communication working

11
Engineering
management
XXX

Legend: X – Minor; XX – Significant; XXX – GAs examined at exit level.

6.3. GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES DETAILED INFORMATION:

Graduate Attribute 11: Engineering management

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making.
Range Statement: Basic techniques from economics, business management; project management applied to
one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
How this attribute will be assessed
This will be assessed through tests, and assignments.

7. OTHER INFORMATION
7.1. FAILURE TO PAY FEES:

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A student who fails to pay his/her fees may not be allowed to write the examination and if allowed, the results will be
withheld until all outstanding fees are paid in full.

7.2. IMPORTANT STUDENT SERVICES AT THE NUST

There are a variety of services which you can use at the NUST. These services are to your advantage – Use them!!! They
include the following:

• Student Counselling and Career Development – Department: Students Services

• Writing Centre and student academic problems –Teaching and Learning Unit (TLU)
• Campus Health and Wellness Centre (CHWC) - Student Services/ NUST Clinic

7.3. AUTHORISATION:
This course outline is authorised for use by:

Head of Department Date

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT BY STUDENT

(To be completed by all students on the course, detached from the course outline and kept on record in the
department)

I, ………………………………………………………………………………………………, of Student number ...................................................... ,

(First name(s) and Surname)

hereby acknowledge that I have received this course outline for PJM 712S – Project Management and that I have
familiarised myself with its content, in particular the statement about academic honesty and integrity and the COVID-
19 adherence clause. I agree to abide by the Policies and arrangements spelt out in this course outline.

………………………………………………………………………….. ……………….……………
Signature of student Date

Course Outline: Project Management PJM 721S; Semester 2 8

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