Professional Practice (CPD) Architecture

Program Overview

The CPD program for architects and construction professionals provides Continuing Professional Development through lectures and workshops covering architectural practice, construction legislation, and procurement and contracts. Delivered in-person and online, the program enhances career development and qualifies for recognized CPD points. Lecture notes, reference materials, and podcasts are available online within 10 days of each session.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Program Content: The program focuses on Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for architects and other construction professionals.
It covers areas relevant to practice, procurement, and construction in Ireland.
• Program Structure: The program is delivered through a series of lectures and workshops, with the option to follow the course online through lecture notes, reference material, and podcasts.
• Course Schedule:
• Architectural Practice:
Mondays 5, 12, 19, and 26 September (11:00 am - 5:30 pm)
• Construction Legislation:
Mondays 3, 10, 17, and 24 October (11:00 am - 5:30 pm)
• Procurement & Contracts:
Mondays 7, 14, 21, and 28 November (11:00 am - 5:30 pm)
• Individual Modules:
• Architectural Practice:
This module covers various aspects of architectural practice.
• Construction Legislation: This module focuses on the legal framework surrounding construction in Ireland.
• Procurement & Contracts: This module explores the processes and agreements involved in procurement and contracts within the construction industry.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program is delivered through lectures and workshops.
• Faculty: The lectures are delivered by a range of academics and practitioners in specialist areas.

Careers:

• Career Paths: The program is designed to enhance career development, up-skilling, or as a refresher course for architects and other construction professionals.

Other:

• Target Audience: The program is suitable for architects and other construction professionals and practitioners interested in Continuing Professional Development.
• Mode of Delivery: The program is delivered face-to-face and online.
• Next Intake: September 2024/2025
• Contact Information: Orla Hegarty, 353 (0)1 7162761
• Payment: Payment must be made before the start of each session.
• CPD Points: The program qualifies for recognized CPD points.
• UCD Professional Practice Lecture Programme: The UCD Professional Practice lecture programme and online programme are also available as CPD.
Applications are accepted in July and August.
• Online Access: Lecture notes, reference material, and podcasts are available online within 10 days following each session.
• Assessments: Assessments are not included in the CPD course.
Applicants who intend to register for UCD assessments/academic awards should contact the School directly.
• Upcoming Events: Upcoming CPD events in UCD Architecture, Planning & Environmental Policy will be posted on the website.