CMA473: MEASUREMENT AND ESTIMATING OF BUILDING WORKS II

About This Course

The goal of the course is to give students a thorough understanding of theory and practise in the measurement of construction works for precast concrete structures, steel structures, timber structures, block works, and renovation/alteration works using the standard method of measurement of buildings works (SMM). Students will receive instruction on creating timetables and sample bills of measurements. Students will also learn how to write specification clauses for the measured works' materials and craftsmanship.

Topics In This Course

1. Measurement

1.1) Precast concrete structures

1.2) Demolition and alteration works

1.3) Steel structure works

1.4) Timber structures

1.5) Blockworks

2. Schedule

2.1) Preparation and uses of schedules for the purposes of measurement

3. Prepare draft bills for work measured

3.1) Preparation of draft bills for the works covered in the topics of measurement

4. Estimating

4.1) Precast concrete structures

4.2) Demolition and alteration works

4.3) Steel structure works

4.4) Timber structures

4.5) Blockworks

5. Tender processes

5.1) Bidding strategies

5.2) Tender negotiations

5.3) Tender evaluation and procedures