Undergraduate USA-BUIL1028-2023

Quantity Surveying Practice 1

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Duration

10 weeks

Study method

100% Online

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Prior study

Not required

Start dates

03 Apr 2023
18 Sep 2023

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Subject details

What you'll learn

By the end of this 10-week course, you’ll be able to:

Describe the role and duties of quantity surveyors in relation to pre and post-contract procedures
Explain the functions of the bills of quantities in procurement of building projects
Measure and take off building quantities for simple domestic construction according to standard measurement rules

Topics covered

- Introduction to Quantity Surveying Practice (QSP)
- Basics of Building Measurement
- Measuring Substructure
- Billing Substructure
- Measuring and Billing Masonry
- Measuring and Billing Stud Partitions
- Meausring and Billing Plasterboard
- Measuring and Billing Windows and Doors
- Measuring and Billing Finishes
- Measuring and Billing Roofing

Entry requirements

No eligibility requirements

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Description

This course introduces you to the practice of quantity surveying, standard methods of measurement, and the measurement of domestic and small commercial buildings. You’ll practice measuring quantities using CostX software, a common program used by industry professionals. Throughout this course you will develop the skills to measure building elements and provide quantities for the billing process.

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 Bachelor of Construction Management and Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours).

Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

Textbooks

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