Quantity Surveying Practice 1

Course aim

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

Course content

Introduction to the principles and practice of Quantity Surveying; Introduction to bill of quantities; Principles of measurement for building works; Use of Mensuration in Quantities; Measurement and Billing Process for Earthworks, Concrete in Strip Footings, Brickwork, 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, Australia

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
CIVE 1001	Construction 1

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 13 weeks

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

Assessment

Assignment, Examination, Test

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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.