Construction Cost Planning

• • Overview of Construction Cost Planning
  • Functional Cost Planning
  • Elemental Cost Planning
  • Design Economics
  • Using Sources of Cost Data
  • Engineering Services
  • Project Costs, Allowances and Special Provisions
  • Comparative Cost Studies
  • Building Life Cycle Costing

No eligibility requirements

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Cost planning is one of the most important functions of a quantity surveyor. In this course, you’ll learn about all the factors that need to be considered when pricing a project. You’ll gain hands-on experience using CostX software and will leave with the knowledge to prepare a cost plan for a simple project. 

UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.  

Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. 

This is a second-year course from UniSA Online’s Construction Management degree. Please note: you are responsible for completing any relevant prerequisite courses before enrolling in this course.

• Project (60%)
• Continuous assessment (40%)

Current study term: 03 Apr 22 to 10 Jun 22

Next study term: 18 Sep 22 to 25 Nov 22