ABB122 Measurement for Construction
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| Unit code: | ABB122 |
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| Equivalent(s): | UXB113 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $1,164 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $4,356 |
| International unit fee | $4,896 |
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2025, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | ABB122 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Equivalent: | UXB113 |
| Coordinator: | Doug Wheeler | douglas.wheeler@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This unit introduces you to the activities undertaken by construction cost management professionals in preparing Bills of Quantities (BQs) and associated documents relating to the cost management of construction work. It teaches you methodologies to formally measure selected BQ trade works in accordance with the Australian and New Zealand Standard Method of Measurement within the context of the tendering and procurement process relating to small commercial building works. The unit also provides you with a basic appreciation of virtual integrated practice concepts used in industry and an introduction to cost management/building area measurement. The unit is an integral part of the Construction Management and Quantity Surveying degree, in linking with foundation units in construction technology and preparing you for further advanced units in building and services measurement, infrastructure and construction estimating.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Apply and evaluate standardised measurement of quantities and descriptions relating to small commercial works in accordance with the current Australian and New Zealand Standard Method of Measurement to a domestic/small commercial scale.
- Assess and evaluate basic measurement principles.
- Communicate solutions and apply standard rules and calculations to deliver accurate quantities and descriptions to produce a bill of quantities.
- Demonstrate your ability to work as part of a small team and communicate in writing using standard measurement techniques to evaluate and create solutions to small building works.
- Develop your professional judgment, write professionally and concisely according to industry standards.
Content
This unit introduces you to the role of the Construction Cost management professional working independently and for contractors; Building measurement in accordance with the Australian and New Zealand Standard Method of Measurement (rules, taking off methodology, mensuration and formulae); the tendering process and the bill of quantities; Measurement of various work trade sections and a basic introduction to alternative forms of Cost management/Building area measurement techniques.
Learning Approaches
In this unit you can expect to experience the following timetabled activities:
- Formal lectures from experienced Construction Cost management professionals including construction managers and quantity surveyors to give you insight into content and methodologies designed to establish general concepts and principles and encourage you to fulfill the aims and learning outcomes of this unit.
- Presentations and question and answer sessions from practicing industry professionals on topics of current industry relevance.
- Undertake a series of tutorials through which you will engage in collaborative activities with peers and tutors, undertaking measurement examples and related exercises under the guidance of the tutor to discuss real-world scenarios.
To complement timetabled activities, you will be directed to supporting learning resources such as course materials, textbooks, book chapters, webpages, online video and relevant Australian Standards documents.
You are expected to
- Actively participate in tutorials where you will engage in collaborative activities with peers and tutors to contribute in measurement examples and related exercises and discuss real world scenarios.
- Maintain notes and critical reflections on your work and group contributions to inform Assessment 2.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Feedback in this unit is provided to you in the following ways:
- Each assessment submission will be marked against criteria and standards which will be shared with you at the beginning of semester through Assessment Task Descriptions and Marking Rubrics. Marked assessment will include feedback from markers, against the criteria.
- During the tutorial/seminar sessions, a range of formative exercises will be discussed.
- You will be able to discuss aspects of your assessment within the tutorials.
- During the tutorial sessions, a range of formative exercises will be offered to help provide feedback directly related to the summative assessment.
- Whole-of-class feedback will be provided via QUT Canvas.
Assessment
Overview
Assessment in this unit has been designed to give you the opportunity to show your learning against the unit learning outcomes.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Foundation Quiz
introductory multiple choice quiz to assess your understanding of key concepts and principles
Assessment: Measurement of Building Works
Measurement of Residential/Small Commercial building works.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Exam
You will undertake an exam to confirm your developed knowledge and skills
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Resource Materials
Prescribed text(s)
The Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors; The New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors; Master Builders Australia Limited and Registered Master Builders Association of NZ (Inc) (2018); Australian and New Zealand Standard Method of Measurement of Building Works.
Recommended text(s)
Marsden, P. K. (1998). Basic building measurement (Second edition.). New South Publishing.
Reference book(s)
January,M. (2003) “Measuring, The Skill of the Quantity Surveyor, A comprehensive guide on how to measure”, Available from: The Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors.
Picken, D. H. (1999). Building measurement : worked examples. Deakin University Press.
Other
Other various QUT Publications, Workbooks may be required and you will be advised, where appropriate, in Lectures.
Take off Paper: Pads of standard take off paper. Available from the QUT GP Bookshop.
Risk Assessment Statement
All commencing Faculty of Engineering students are required to complete the Mandatory Safety Induction
There are no extraordinary risks associated with the classroom/lecture activities in this unit.
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.AB01 Bachelor of Built Environment (Honours)
- Apply theoretical, practical and cultural knowledge and skills across a range of disciplines and specialist knowledge and skills in one built environment area.
Relates to: Foundation Quiz, Measurement of Building Works, Exam - Design and critically evaluate sustainable and creative solutions to social, economic, technological and environmental challenges.
Relates to: Foundation Quiz, Measurement of Building Works, Exam - Communicate knowledge, ideas and creative solutions in diverse modes, for a range of contexts and diverse audiences.
Relates to: Foundation Quiz, Measurement of Building Works, Exam - Strategically collaborate with diverse stakeholders and communities, including First Nations peoples.
Relates to: Measurement of Building Works - Reflect on feedback and experience, and display professional and ethical judgment and initiative.
Relates to: Measurement of Building Works, Exam