Building Construction Measurement

• • Introduction to basic measurement principles and methods
  • Building measurement for groundwork, concrete, formwork and reinforcement
  • Building measurement for structural systems, such as steelwork, masonry and timber frames
  • Measurement for façade systems, windows, doors and hardware
  • Measurement of plumbing and electrical works and roofing
  • Measurement for painting and finishing

You must either have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject, or currently be enrolled in the following subject(s) in a prior study period; or enrol in the following subject(s) to study prior to this subject:

• CUR-CME101-Low Rise Construction

Please note that your enrolment in this subject is conditional on successful completion of these prerequisite subject(s). If you study the prerequisite subject(s) in the study period immediately prior to studying this subject, your result for the prerequisite subject(s) will not be finalised prior to the close of enrolment. In this situation, should you not complete your prerequisite subject(s) successfully you should not continue with your enrolment in this subject. If you are currently enrolled in the prerequisite subject(s) and believe you may not complete these all successfully, it is your responsibility to reschedule your study of this subject to give you time to re-attempt the prerequisite subject(s)

Additional requirements

• Equipment requirements - Audio video equipment required

In this subject, students will be required to undertake accurate measurements for preparing a Bill of Quantities in accordance with the relevant Standard Method of Measurements. Students will demonstrate alternative approaches to measurement for detailed builder’s quantities, using suitable software. They will also be required to demonstrate their understanding of construction knowledge, ability to read and interpret construction drawings and be familiar with the construction technical terms that they will come across in real projects.

Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.

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• Case Study 1 - Measurement Group Assignment (50%)
• Case Study 2 - Measurement Individual Assignment (50%)

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