university graduate must hold a masters degree to become chartered, persons with bachelor’s degrees may become an Incorporated Engineer after four years of engineering practice in Uganda. • Building Services Engineer - Often referred to as an "ME Engineer" typically holds a degree in mechanical or electrical engineering. Chartered Engineer status is governed by the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers.
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY PROFESSION • Project Manager - Typically holds a 2- year or greater higher education qualification, but are often also qualified in another field such as quantity surveying or civil engineering. • Quantity Surveyor - Typically holds a degree in quantity surveying. Chartered status is gained from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors. • Structural Engineer - Typically holds a bachelors or masters degree in structural engineering, new university graduates must hold ab bmasters degree to gain chartered status from the Institution of Structural Engineers
TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS In general, there are three types of construction: • Building construction • Heavy/civil construction/infrastructure • Industrial construction Each type of construction project requires a unique team to plan, design, construct, and maintain the project.
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION • Building construction is the process of adding structure to real property. The
