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Facility Planning, Construction & Supervision

This course introduces students to the essential aspects of sports facility planning, construction, and supervision. It covers the concepts and principles of sports facilities, emphasizing the knowledge required for construction and maintenance. Students will explore various stages in construction, maintenance techniques, and effective supervision methods. The course also addresses the place of facilities in physical education and the challenges associated with sports facility management, providing a comprehensive understanding of the field.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Sports FacilitiesConstructionMaintenanceSupervisionFacility Planning

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Concept of Facility

2

Sports Facility Types

3

Physical Education and Facilities

4

Facility Planning Principles

5

Construction Stages

6

Facility Maintenance

7

Facility Supervision

8

Facility Management Outsourcing

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Self-Assessment Exercises

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Facilities Manager

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Sports Facility Coordinator

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Construction Supervisor

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Maintenance Supervisor

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Project Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Sports OrganizationsEducational InstitutionsRecreational FacilitiesConstruction CompaniesFacility Management Companies

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: Concept of Facility

2 study hours
  • •Read the definition of facility.
  • •Identify examples of facilities in different fields such as sports marketing, production industries, educational institutions, and the entertainment industry.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to test understanding of the concept of facility.

Unit 2: Sports Facility

2 study hours
  • •Define the term sports facility.
  • •Examine images of various sports facilities.
  • •Understand the role of sports facilities in sports management culture.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to reinforce understanding.
Week
2

Module 1:

3h

Unit 3: Types of Sports Facilities

3 study hours
  • •Describe athletics track characteristics.
  • •List different court games and identify court surfaces.
  • •Describe swimming pool dimensions and features.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to check comprehension.
Week
3

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: Introduction to Physical Education

2 study hours
  • •Define physical education and its objectives.
  • •Explain the importance of physical activity for health and fitness.
  • •Understand the role of sports facilities in promoting physical education.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to assess learning.
Week
4

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: The Place of Facilities in Physical Education

2 study hours
  • •List the importance of sports facilities to physical education.
  • •Understand how sports facilities promote academic performance, motivate learners and teachers, and improve sports performance.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to reinforce understanding.
Week
5

Module 2:

3h

Unit 3: Problems of Sport Facilities

3 study hours
  • •Identify factors that create challenges for facility provision.
  • •Explain challenges arising from poorly constructed facilities.
  • •Understand the impact of inadequate funding, unsafe facilities, and failure to plan for maintenance.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to test comprehension.
Week
6

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1: The Considerations for Planning Facilities

3 study hours
  • •Describe considerations for site location, needs of the disabled, and population growth.
  • •Explain legal considerations for health and safety.
  • •Understand the importance of climatic conditions and universal design.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to assess learning.
Week
7

Module 3:

3h

Unit 2: The Principles of Planning

3 study hours
  • •Identify principles involved in the facility planning process.
  • •Explain key principles of planning, including funding, joint provision, design, and management.
  • •Understand the importance of a facility-specific needs assessment.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to reinforce understanding.
Week
8

Module 4:

3h

Unit 1: Introduction to Construction of Facilities

3 study hours
  • •List stakeholders in the construction industry.
  • •Explain the roles of stakeholders, including project managers, architects, engineers, and facility managers.
  • •Understand the responsibilities and qualities of an outstanding facility manager.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to test comprehension.
Week
9

Module 4:

3h

Unit 2: Stages of Construction

3 study hours
  • •State the stages of construction, including pre-construction, designing, tendering, construction, commissioning, and reporting.
  • •Describe the activities involved in each stage.
  • •Understand the importance of each stage in the construction process.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to assess learning.
Week
10

Module 4:

3h

Unit 3: Considerations in Construction

3 study hours
  • •Explain factors to consider when constructing facilities, including affordability, fit for purpose, health and safety, environmental sustainability, and location and access.
  • •Understand the importance of each factor in maximizing facility use and operating efficiently.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to reinforce understanding.
Week
11

Module 5:

3h

Unit 1: Types of Facility Maintenance

3 study hours
  • •State the types of facility maintenance, including preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance.
  • •Mention the challenges of maintenance, such as lack of experience, manpower, improper design, and inadequate enforcement.
  • •Understand the importance of maintenance in sustaining facility quality and prolonging life expectancy.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to test comprehension.
Week
12

Module 5:

3h

Unit 2: The Need for Facility Maintenance

3 study hours
  • •Explain the need for facility maintenance and itemize the duties of a maintenance unit in an organization.
  • •Understand the importance of maintenance in protecting investments, controlling costs, increasing lifespan, and reducing safety problems.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to assess learning.
Week
13

Module 5:

3h

Unit 3: Stages of Facility Maintenance

3 study hours
  • •State the stages of facility maintenance and explain the need for a facility maintenance policy.
  • •Understand the functional areas of maintenance management, including budgeting, initiating, planning, scheduling, executing, and reporting.
  • •Attempt self-assessment exercises to reinforce understanding.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed concept maps linking facility planning, construction, and maintenance stages.

2

Review case studies of successful and unsuccessful facility projects, focusing on key decision points.

3

Practice applying facility management principles to real-world scenarios, such as budgeting and resource allocation.

4

Focus on understanding the legal and regulatory requirements for facility construction and maintenance.

5

Develop a checklist of essential considerations for facility planning, including site selection, accessibility, and environmental sustainability.

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