Introduction
This course provides an in-depth overview of structural systems used in basement and tunneling design, focusing on soil considerations, construction planning, and safety precautions. Learners will develop skills in designing temporary supports, selecting appropriate equipment, and sequencing construction activities for projects like dredging and land reclamation. The course introduces advanced technologies such as DfMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) and BIM (Building Information Modeling) software to improve productivity and operational efficiency. Designed for intermediate learners in civil engineering and construction, this course enhances career prospects by equipping learners with the latest industry skills for project management, design, and technology integration.This course is credit-bearing (3 AU) and stackable to:
- Graduate Certificate in Construction Management (9 AU)
- FlexiMasters in Construction Management (15 AU)
- Master of Science in International Construction Management (30 AU)
Learners will receive their Statement of Accomplishment (for a grade of D and above) or Certificate of Participation for this course—dependent upon their assessment performance.
This course is part of the FlexiMasters in Construction Management.
Course Availability
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Date(s): 10 Aug 2026 to 02 Jan 2027
Venue: Nanyang Technological University
Registration Closing Date: 13 Jul 2026
At the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Describe and apply the typical structural system adopted in basement and tunneling design.
- Utilize the design and construction considerations for different types of soil.
- Plan the construction sequence, list the common equipment needed and design temporary support in basement, dredging, and land reclamation works.
- Implement safety precautions and considerations in construction planning.
- Employ DfMA technology for better productivity and efficiency.
- Use BIM and other smart construction technologies to enhance the effectiveness of operational workflows.
This course is designed for working professionals who wish to develop skills that can be used in the construction industry to aid in project management and other construction activities. Learners who have at least 5 years of relevant working experience or hold a Bachelor's Degree in any field from a recognised institution will have better grasp of the content.
Standard Course Fee: S$5500.14
| SSG Funding Support | BEFORE funding & GST | AFTER SSG funding (if eligible under various schemes) & 9% GST |
| Course Fee | Course Fee Payable | |
| Singapore Citizen (SC) and Permanent Resident (PR) (Up to 70% funding) | $5,046.00 | $1,650.04 |
| Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) | $5,046.00 | $640.84 |
| Singapore Citizen aged ≥ 40 years old SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) (Up to 90% funding) | $5,046.00 | $640.84 |
- NTU/NIE alumni may utilise their $1,600 Alumni Course Credits for this course. Click here for more information.
- Learners can utilise their SkillsFuture Credits for this course.
- Singaporeans aged 40 years and above are able to use their SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) top-up of $4,000 to offset the course fee after SSG funding.
- Construction Management (3 AU)
- Project Financing (3 AU)
- International Construction & Marketing (3 AU)
- Information Technology in Construction (3 AU)
