This unit provides a comprehensive examination of construction procedures, principles, and methods used in complex medium-rise and high-rise projects within NCC Building Classes 2 to 9. It introduces the structural systems that support large buildings and explores how planning and design processes shape construction outcomes. The unit covers temporary works, waste management systems, and the work health and safety obligations that apply across complex project environments. It also addresses complaint and regulator management, highlighting the compliance processes associated with major construction activities. Learners engage with the specialised requirements of high-rise and ultra-high-rise buildings, as well as the logistical and coordination challenges inherent in large-scale projects. The unit examines the post-completion phase, including defect management and the identification of common building faults in high-rise developments. It further explores the design and operation of fire safety systems, alongside the utilities and building services that support functional performance in complex buildings.

Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Self Reflection

The number of students participating in the satisfaction survey was low, limiting the representativeness of the feedback. While the feedback received is useful, a higher response rate would provide a more comprehensive understanding of student experiences.

Implement additional strategies to encourage survey participation, such as in-class reminders, targeted Moodle announcements, or brief incentives, to ensure feedback is representative and can meaningfully inform future unit improvements.

Feedback from Self Reflection Student Feedback

Students value the inclusion of real-world examples in lectures, which help them connect theoretical concepts to professional practice and enhance engagement.

Maintain and expand the use of real-world examples throughout the unit, integrating case studies, industry experiences, and practical scenarios to reinforce the relevance of the material to students’ future careers.

Feedback from Staff Feedback

Emphasising critical thinking in assignment design, as implemented this term, encouraged students to engage more deeply with the material and helped reduce reliance on generative AI tools.

Continue designing assignments that require critical analysis, problem-solving, and original reasoning.