Clerk Of Works (Construction)

Aim of Course

To train Non Commissioned Officers in the duties of a Military Clerk of Works (Construction), for duties in war and peace. Role of Military Clerk of Works: Planning, design, management and quality control of military construction projects in peace and war worldwide.

Outline Syllabus

Each student gains a thorough knowledge of the theoretical and practical applications of building technology and civil engineering including:

• Full site reconnaissance for subsequent construction of buildings, structures, roads, airfields and similar facilities. This includes soil classification, site survey, design work, specifications and resource management.
• Design of brick and timber buildings of up to three storeys.
• Design of formwork, concrete mixes, drainage schemes and simple steel framed structures.
• Manage the setting out of a construction site or airfield to both line and level.
• Supervise excavations preparatory to construction work.
• Quality control of construction, works and materials.
• Manage the erection and construction of steel framed structures, traditional brick buildings, reinforced concrete structures, roads and airfields.
• Design, plan, construct and maintain temporary field accommodation.
• Understand conditions of contract and contract procedures.
• Supervise tradesmen of all disciplines.
• Site safety management.
• Project Planning and Management
• Design and Construction of Force Protection Engineering Structures
• Understanding of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering