Objective
Students should be able to conduct field surveys, write academic reports and present in seminars using data collected from the field seminars.
Content
The main focus of this course is on planning for fieldwork, preparation of field instruments and how to conduct surveys using specific locations/populations as case studies. The course is in two parts. The first part deals with developing students’ ability to design and use field instruments. The second part involves equipping students with skills in data management, preparation of reports, and presentation of results at organised seminars.
Mode of Delivery
The course will be delivered through lectures, fieldwork, individual and group presentations.
Objectives
To assist students to acquire skills in conducting high levels and complex valuation of properties with emphasis on land resources.
Content
The course builds on Advance Valuation I, by equipping students with the skills to conduct more practical application of the methods of valuation in all areas of public and private endeavours. Topics include: valuation for special purposes – mortgages, insurance, company assets, going concern, probate; valuation of special properties: agricultural holdings (including farms, farm houses forestry holdings, etc.) industrial (including plant and machinery, furniture, etc.), warehouses, offices, petrol filling stations; statutory valuation for compulsory purchase and acquisition valuation of statutory way leaves.
Mode of Delivery
The course will be delivered through lectures, seminars, group discussion, case studies, and applied problem solving approach.