Quantity Surveying 1

Course aim

To introduce students to the communication principles and practice of quantity surveying, standard methods of measurement and measurement of domestic and small commercial buildings.

Course content

Introduction to working drawings. Detailing domestic building elements and components including foundations, footings, floors, walls, roofs and finishing trades. Computer aided design (CAD) applications. Preparation of specifications. Using engineering & surveying documentation. The application of these tools to the principles and practice of Quantity Surveying; Principles of measurement for building works; Use of Mensuration in Quantities; Measurement and Billing Process for Earthworks, Concrete and Reinforcement in Strip Footings, Brickwork, Structural Steelwork, Internal Finishes, Joinery and Roof Coverings .

Textbook(s)

MBA/AIQS 1990, MBA/AIQS Australian Standard Method of Measurement of Building Works, 5th edition, MBA/AIQS

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	3 hours x 13 weeks
Lecture	2 hours x 5 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 13 weeks
Practical	1.5 hours x 10 weeks
Computer Practical	1.5 hours x 6 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Portfolio of drawings, Quiz

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.250
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.