Course Aims This course aims to provide senior secondary students with knowledge of the latest development and achievements in construction technology and apply the basic principles and techniques of construction technology to formulate solutions. It also aims to help students better prepare themselves for further studies and/or career opportunities in related industries.
Diversified Learning and Teaching Activities Activities such as case studies, projects, software simulation workshops, professional talks and sharing, visits to construction-related facilities, etc. will be arranged.
Simulated Learning Environment Equipped with industry-standard facilities and equipment, e.g. Construction Project Studio, Construction Laboratory, Building Information Modelling (BIM) & Geographic Information System (GIS) Centre for students to practise related knowledge and skills.
Professional Recognition Students will obtain a Qualifications Framework (QF) Level 3 certificate in addition to HKDSE qualification upon successful completion of the course.
This course introduces a general profile of the construction industry and its latest local ＆ global developments and technologies, that nurtures students’ sense of smart city as well as sustainable development applications.
- Understanding Construction Industry (36 hours)
- Overview of construction industry
- Types of construction works
- Key parties in construction projects
- Skills of construction trades
- Overview of construction industry
- Introduction to Construction Technology (36 hours)
- Construction innovation and technology
- Innovative construction methods and technology
- Modular Integrated Construction (MiC)
- Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA)
- Digital Works Supervision System (DWSS)
- Automation in construction
- Concept and implementation of automation in construction
- Application of AI and robotics in construction
- Application of Construction Software and Equipment (48 hours)
- Application of construction software and equipment
- Application of Building Information Modelling (BIM)
- Application of Small Unmanned Aircraft (SUA) in construction
- Application of 3D printing in construction
- Application of construction software and equipment
- Construction Technology Project (60 hours)
- Project brief and scenario
- Construction project planning
- Construction project schedule
- Resources allocation
- Formulation of technology solutions
- Evaluation and implementation
- Report writing
Further Studies Courses related to architectural technology and design, architecture and interior design, surveying, civil engineering, building management, building services engineering, property and facilities management, environmental engineering, electrical and mechanical services engineering, building automation engineering etc. For example, there are some related courses offered by the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi)/ the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (IVE):
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Surveying
Higher Diploma in Architectural Studies
Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering
Higher Diploma in Surveying
Higher Diploma in Building Studies
Diploma of Vocational Education (Construction Technology)*
*Students who have successfully completed this ApL course and meet the exemption criteria of the related VTC programme are eligible for a 26-hour module exemption.
Employment Careers in the fields of construction such as architectural technicians, BIM technicians, interior designers, building inspectors, surveying officers, project coordinators, facilities management officers, property management officers, building services engineering officers, etc.
Every Saturday
09:00 – 12:00 OR
14:00 – 17:00
Subject to mutual agreement between the school and the VTC.
- IVE (Tuen Mun)
18 Tsing Wun Road, Tuen Mun, N.T.
Students are required to attend a group interview or an online interview/ assessment. Selection is based on student’s interest in engineering and construction, attitude and willingness to learn, aptitude as well as communication skills.
$15,100 (Course fee is fully subsidised by the EDB.)
Remarks:- Lessons will also be scheduled during summer holidays.
- Final class venue/ time may be subject to change with respect to the confirmed number of enrolment and other special circumstances.
