Quantity Surveying -...

COMPETENCY BASED TRAINING CURRICULUM

FOR

NVQ LEVELS 5 & 6 National Diploma Courses

IN

Quantity Surveying

(CBT Curriculum Code No: F45C002)

Developed by

National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority With the consent of

University of Vocational Technology

Validated by

National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority

Endorsed by

Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission

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PREFACE

This curriculum outline is based on National Competency Standards for Quantity Surveying

(competency standard code: F45T002) which specified the skills need of the industry at NVQ

Level 5 & 6. This is the national curriculum which facilitates the teaching and learning

process in Competency Based Training (CBT) mode for NVQ Level 5 & 6 National Diploma

programmes under National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Framework.

The Curriculum was developed in consultation with relevant industry experts. It was

validated by the National Industry Training Advisory Committee (NITAC) represented by the

industry and subsequently endorsed by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission

(TVEC). It is expected to review and revise this document on completion of 3 years.

Therefore, all stakeholders are welcome to point out any shortcomings and propose

improvements to this curriculum in order to make it more relevant to the industry.

For the purpose of implementation of this curriculum, Training providers are welcome to

adopt it with TVEC accreditation and Competency Based Assessment.

We take this opportunity to thank Hon. Dullas Alahapperuma, Minister of Youth Affairs and

Skills Development, Hon. Mohan Lal Grero, Deputy Minister of Education and Monitoring MP

of the Ministry, Mr. K. A. Thilakaratne, Secretary, Mr. A. R. Desapriya, and Additional

Secretary of the Ministry for their policy directions. We appreciate the technical contribution

made by the members of the development group and National Industrial Training Advisory

Committee and other supporting staff involved in development work. We note with gratitude

the hard work done by staff of three institutions to complete this document as expected.

Dr. T. A. Piyasiri

Vice Chancellor

University of Vocational

Technology

Chandana Arunadewa Silva

Chairman

National Apprentice and

Industrial Training Authority

Dr. S. D. R Perera

Director General

Tertiary and Vocational

Education Commission

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Competency Based Training Curriculum

for NVQ Levels 5 & 6 National Diplomas in Quantity Surveying

Policy Direction Hon. Dullas Alahapperuma Minister of Youth Affairs and Skills Development Hon. Mohan Lal Grero Monitoring MP, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Skills Development and Deputy Minister of Education Mr. K.A. Thilakarathne Secretary, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Skills Development Mr. A. R. Desapriya Additional Secretary, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Skills Development Mr. Chandana Arunadeva Silva Chairman, National Apprentice & Industrial Training Authority Dr. S. D. R. Perera Director General, Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission

Development Group Mr. H.D. Chandrasena

Charted Quantity Surveyor, Managing Director, CostConsultancy Services, Limited.

Mr.Hemantha Aponso

Charted Quantity Surveyor,President IQS (SL)

Mr.Upali Fernando

Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Managing Consultant/CEO. Wanfernd Consulting.

Mr.Senerath D. Weththasinghe

Charted Quantity Surveyor, Director, Cost Engineering Services Private Limited.

Mr.MahindaGunawardena

Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Director, Cost Engineering Services Private Limited.

Mr.KamalParanawithana

Chartered Quantity Surveyor Senior Contracts Engineer,ASTAD Engineering, & Project

Management Qatar Petroleum, Qatar.

Mr.Rubasinghe

Deputy Director, TVEC

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Mr. P.B.G. Wickramasinghe

Charted Quantity Surveyor & Visiting Lecturer

Mr.Tilak P. Kolonne

Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Director, V Form Consultants (Private) Limited.

Mrs.Liyanage Devika Charted Quantity Surveyor Deputy General (C & QS), Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau. Mr.D.S.K. UpaliJayalath Quantity Surveyor Construction Chartered Cost Management (Pvt) Ltd. Mr.Ananda P. Wickramasinghe Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Contract Analyst, Public work Authority, Doha, Qatar. Mr.Chandana Edirisooriya Charted Engineer, R.D.A Mr. Victor Perera

Chartered Accountant, Lalanco PVT Limited.

Mr.Jagath Keerthisooriya Chartered Quantity Surveyor, KEO International, Doha, Qatar.

M..WasanthaP. Edirisinghe

Quantity Surveyor, Qatar Petroleum, Qatar.

Reviewing Panel Mr.Upali Fernando Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Managing Consultant/CEO. Wanfernd Consulting. Mr.Senerath D. Wetthasinghe Charted Quantity Surveyor, Director, Cost Engineering Services Private Limited. Mr.MahindaGunawardena Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Director, Cost Engineering Services Private Limited. Mr.KamalParanawithana Chartered Quantity Surveyor Senior Contracts Engineer, ASTAD Engineering, & Project Management, Qatar Petroleum, Qatar.

Mr.Rubasinghe

Deputy Director, TVEC

Mr. P.N.K. Dias

Director Curriculum, TVEC

Mr.JayanthaDimbukuwalage Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Commercial and Procurement Manager Sino Lanka Hotels & Hotels Holdings Pvt Limited. Dr.(Mrs) GayaniKarunasena Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Building Economics Faculty of Architecture, University of Moratuwa.

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Mr. H.M.N.S. Bandara Chartered Engineer, Access Engineering PLC Mr.Shantha Fernando Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Director, Woodbridge Consultants.

Mr. A.A.RavindraAmaratunga

Visiting Lecturer, UNIVOTEC

Mr. Bernard Gunarathna Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Director, U.R.O Cost Consultants (P.V.T)Ltd & Platinum Property Development (P.V.T)Ltd, Senior Lecturer College of IQS (SL),

Facilitator Ms. K G N P Rajapaksha Lecturer, University of Vocational Technology

Co-ordinator Mrs.Thilaka Paranawithana Course Coordinator Quantity Surveying, University Of Vocational Technology.

Supporting Staff Mr. U A S Kamal Edirisinghe Lecturer, University of Vocational Technology. Ms. D V D Sajeewani Lecturer, University of Vocational Technology

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Competency Based Training Curriculum

for NVQ Levels 5 & 6 National Diploma in Quantity Surveying

(CBT Curriculum Code: F45C002)

List of Modules Code No. Page

Technical Modules

1. Mathematical Concepts in Quantity Surveying F45C002M01 11

2. Measurement- I F45C002M02 13

3. Construction Technology- I F45C002M03 14

4. Quantity Surveying Practice-I F45C002M04 16

5. Drawing practice for Quantity Surveying F45C002M05 18

6. Financial Accounting F45C002M06 20

7. General Economics F45C002M07 21

8. Law-I F45C002M08 23

9. Contract Administration I F45C002M09 25

10. Material Technology F45C002M10 27

11. Estimating & Tendering F45C002M11 29

12. Quantity Surveying Practice-II F45C002M12 31

13. Measurement II F45C002M13 39

14. Quantity Surveying Practice-III F45C002M14 40

15. Contract Administration II F45C002M15 42

16. Construction Technology II F45C002M16 44

17. Construction Economic F45T002M17 46

18. Quantity Surveying Practice-IV F45C002M18 48

19. Law-II F45C002M19 50

20. Construction Technology-III F45C002M20 52

21. Project Work F45C002M21 53

22. Computer Aided Quantity Surveying F45C002M22 55

Employability Modules

1. Workplace Information Management EMPM01 32

2. Workplace Communication Management EMPM02 34

3. Plan work to be performed at work place EMPM03 36

4. Problem Solving and Decision Making EMPM03 56

5. Team work and leadership EMPM03 58

6. Creating& maintaining a learning culture at workplace

EMPM03 60

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MODULE STRUCTURE

NVQ Level 5 Qualification

Semester 1

Module Code Module Type Notional Hours

Lectures /

Tutorials

Practical/Design/

Site visits

Self-study

F45C002M01 Mathematical concepts in Quantity Surveying

C 125 60/10 05 50

F45C002M02 Measurement- I C 125 60/10 05 50

F45C002M03 Construction Technology- I

C 100 40/10 10 40

F45C002M04 Quantity Surveying Practice-I

C 100 45/10 15 30

F45C002M05 Drawings practice for Quantity Surveying

C 75 30 20 25

F45C002M06 Financial Accounting C 75 40/05 - 30

F45C002M07 General Economics C 75 40/10 - 25

EMPM01 Work place information management

C 75 30 30 15

Total 750 400 85 265

Semester 02


Lectures /

Tutorials

Practical/Design/

Site visits

Self-study

F45C002M08 Law-I C 100 50/10 10 30

F45C002M09 Contract Administration- I C 125 60/10 10 45

F45C002M10 Material Technology C 125 50/10 10 55

F45C002M11 Estimating & Tendering C 150 75/10 10 55

F45C002M12 Quantity Surveying Practice-II

C 125 60/15 20 30

EMPM02 Workplace communications Management

C 50 20 20 10

EMPM03 Plan Work to be Performed at Workplace

C 75 30 30 15

Total 750 400 110 240

C -Compulsory

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MODULE STRUCTURE

NVQ Level 6 Qualification

Semester 1


Lectures /

Tutorials

Practical/Design/

Site visits

Self-study

F45C002M13 Measurement- II C 150 75/15 10 50

F45C002M14 Quantity Surveying Practice-III

C 175 90/10 20 55

F45C002M15 Contract Administration- II

C 125 60/10 15 40

F45C002M16 Construction Technology II

C 125 60/10 15 40

F45C002M17 Construction Economics C 125 60/10 05 50

EMPM04 Problem Solving and Decision Making

C 50 20 20 10

Total 750 420 85 245

Semester 02


Lectures /

Tutorials

Practical/Design/

Site visits

Self-study

F45C002M18 Quantity Surveying Practice-IV

C 175 90/20 20 45

F45C002M19 Law-II C 125 60/10 20 35

F45C002M20 Construction Technology-III

C 125 75/15 15 20

F45C002M21 Computer Aided Quantity Surveying

C 75 20 40 15

F45C002M22 Project Work C 150 15 15 120

EMPM05 Teamwork and Leadership

C 50 20 20 10

EMPM06 Creating& maintaining a learning culture at workplace

C 50 20 20 10

Total 750 345 150 255

C -Compulsory

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MAPPING OF COMPETENCY UNITS & CURRICULUM MODULES NVQ Level 5 Semester 1

Module code Module Competency Unit/s Related

F45C002M01 Mathematical concepts in Quantity Surveying

F45T002U01, F45T002U04, F45T002U06, F45T002U07, F45T002U08, F45T002U10, F45T002U12, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

F45C002M02 Measurement- I F45T002U01, F45T002U04, F45T002U06, F45T002U07, F45T002U10, F45T002U12, F45T002U16

F45C002M03 Construction Technology- I F45T002U01, F45T002U02, F45T002U04, F45T002U05, F45T002U07

F45C002M04 Quantity Surveying Practice-I F45T002U01, F45T002U02, F45T002U03, F45T002U04, F45T002U05, F45T002U06, F45T002U07

F45C002M05 Drawing practice for Quantity Surveying

F45T002M01, F45T002M02, F45T002M03, F45T002M04, F45T002M05, F45T002M06

F45C002M06 Financial Accounting F45T002M01, F45T002M02, F45T002M03, F45T002M04, F45T002M05, F45T002M06

F45C002M07 General Economics F45T002U02, F45T002U05, F45T002U06, F45T002U07

EMPM01 Work place information management

EMP01

Semester 2


F45C002M08 Law -1 F45T002U03, F45T002U05, F45T002U06

F45C002M09 Contract Administration- I F45T002U01, F45T002U02, F45T002U04, F45T002U05, F45T002U06

F45C002M10 Material Technology F45T002U01, F45T002U02, F45T002U04, F45T002U06, F45T002U07

F45C002M11 Estimating & Tendering F45T002U08, F45T002U09, F45T002U10, F45T002U11, F45T002U12, F45T002U13, F45T002U14, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

F45C002M12 Quantity Surveying Practice-II F45T002U01, F45T002U02, F45T002U03, F45T002U04, F45T002U05, F45T002U06, F45T002U07

EMPM02 Workplace communications Management

EMP02

EMPM03 Plan Work to be Performed at Workplace

EMP03

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MAPPING OF COMPETENCY UNITS & CURRICULUM MODULES NVQ Level 6 Semester 1


F45C002M13 Measurement- II F45T002U08, F45T002U09, F45T002U10, F45T002U11, F45T002U12, F45T002U13, F45T002U14, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

F45C002M14 Quantity Surveying Practice-III

F45T002U09, F45T002U10, F45T002U11, F45T002U12, F45T002U13, F45T002U14, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

F45C002M15 Contract Administration- II F45T002U01, F45T002U02, F45T002U04, F45T002U05, F45T002U06

F45C002M16 Construction Technology II F45T002U08, F45T002U09, F45T002U10, F45T002U11, F45T002U12, F45T002U13, F45T002U14, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

F45C002M17 Construction Economics F45T002U08, F45T002U09, F45T002U10, F45T002U11, F45T002U12, F45T002U13, F45T002U14, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

EMPM04 Problem Solving and Decision Making

EMP04

Semester 2


F45C002M18 Quantity Surveying Practice-IV

F45T002U01, F45T002U02, F45T002U03, F45T002U04, F45T002U05, F45T002U06, F45T002U07

F45C002M19 Law-II F45T002U08, F45T002U09, F45T002U10, F45T002U11, F45T002U12, F45T002U13, F45T002U14, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

F45C002M20 Construction Technology-III F45T002U08, F45T002U09, F45T002U10, F45T002U11, F45T002U12, F45T002U13, F45T002U14, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

F45C002M21 Computer Aided Quantity Surveying

F45T002U08, F45T002U09, F45T002U10, F45T002U11, F45T002U12, F45T002U13, F45T002U14, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

F45C002M22 Project Work

EMPM05 Teamwork and Leadership EMP05

EMPM06 Creating& maintaining a learning culture at workplace

EMP06

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MODULE DESCRIPTORS

Quantity Surveying

NVQ Level 05

Semester I


Module Title Mathamatical concepts in Quantity Surveying

Module Code F45C002M01

Module Type Core

Related Units F45T002U01, F45T002U04, F45T002U06, F45T002U07, F45T002U08, F45T002U10, F45T002U12, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

Pre-requisites Assistant quantity Surveyor (NVQ Level 04)or equivalent approved

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: apply arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry, geometry and calculus in

quantity surveying applications. use graphical techniques and basic statistics in decision making and

problem solving situations Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module, the learner will be able to; use relevant mathematical concepts in quantity surveying related

applications perform calculations in engineering applications. draw, analyse and interpret charts and graphs related to quantity

surveying. apply statistical concept in problem solving

Learning Content / Topics

Algebra Reviewing solving of simple and quadratic equations Identify types of units of measurement related to the quantity

surveying Converting given units to those required for use in formula. Algebraic relationships, simplification of algebraic formula,

substitution in algebraic formulae Obtaining the end results by using data on appropriate formula Basic concept of matrices (up to 3 x 3 matrices)

Trigonometry Solution of triangles using sine and Cosine rules Solutions for trigonometric equations, inverse trigonometric

functions Geometry

Characteristics of straight line, parabolic & hyperbolic curves, spirals & standard equation used.

Coordinate geometry of parabola, ellipse, hyperbola, spiral and their applications

Mensuration Standard formulae for geometric area and volume Irregular areas and Solids Find areas and volumes of irregular shapes using integration,

Trapezoidal rule, Simpson rule, Prismoidal rule, Mid-ordinate rule Applied Measurements (Limits of Accuracy, Linear Forms,

Superficial Forms, Cube Forms, Composite Measuring) Graphical techniques

Determination of gradient & intercept of a straight line, identifying the trends indicated by the slope or gradient of a graph

Upper and lower limits of acceptability applicable to data entered on a graph of chart

Drawing lines of best fit Uses of charts and tables & their interpretation Drawing of graphs in log and semi-log scales

Statistics Collection, organization and presentation of data


Frequency distribution and cumulating frequency distributions Indexing Key definitions inProbability Measures of central tendency (mean, median, mode)for grouped

and ungrouped data Measures of variation (range, variance, standard deviation ,mean

deviation )for grouped and ungrouped data Normal distribution curve and its applications Applications of descriptive statistics in quantity surveying

Practical Analysis data using with relevant software

Resources Computer with internet facilities Relevant software

Prescribed texts & / or References and further readings

Frank Ayres J R, Theory and problems of Matrices, ISBN 0-07-99035-2, Schaum's outline series

Otto Bretscher, Linear Algebra with applications, ISBN 81-317-1441-1, Dorling Kindersley Pvt Ltd

Bostock ,L.,Chandler,S., Mathematics-The core course for A/ Level, ELBS publication, ISBN 0-85950-521-9

Kazmier,L.J.,Theory and problems of Business Statistics-. Shaum'soutline series, McGraw Hill publishing company ISBN 0-07-033460-9

Recommended Teaching learning Activities

Lectures Handouts calculations Self-study assignments Tutorials

Assessment and weighting

Type Topic/Activity Weighting

Assignments (4) Based on main session topics 30%

Computer practical (for Statistics)

Using relevant software 10%

End semester Examination

General test on total module 60%

Notional hours 125 Hours

Contact hrs.

Theory Practical

75hrs. 10 hrs.


Module Title

Measurement -I


Module Type Core

Related Units F45T002U01, F45T002U04, F45T002U06,F45T002U07, F45T002U10, F45T002U12, F45T002U16

Pre-requisites F45T002M01

Module Aim(s) To enable the student to : understand standard methods of measurement techniques

related to Building construction

Learning Outcomes After completion of this module the learner will be able to: measure Various Items in accordance with the rules and

regulations in Trade Sections stipulated as per standard methods of measurements.


Measurements of trade sections as per SLS573 Compare and contrast SLS 573 with SMM7 and POMI Mensuration Taking off Abstracting and direct billing Cut and Shuffle method

Practical

Prepare a BOQ for a two storied building

Resources Drawings, Standard Methods of Measurement Specification of works, scales, calculators.

Prescribed texts& / or References and further readings

Seeley , I.H., Building Quantities Explained ,5thEdition, ISBN: 9780333719725

Willis C.J. & Newman D., Elements of Quantity Surveying


Lecture Self-study assignments Tutorials


Type Topic/Activity Weighting Assignments (2) Assignments are based on

lectures. 40%

Examination General test on total module 60%

Duration 125 Notional Hours

Theory Practical/Assignments

Contact hrs. 90 hrs. 50 hrs.


Module Title Construction Technology-I

Module Code F 45C002M03

Module Type Core

Related Units F45T002U01, F45T002U02, F45T002U04, F45T002U05, F45T002U07

Pre-requisites

Module Aim(s) To enable the student to : understand the aspects of Building Constructions understand the methods , material and equipment used in Building

Constructions Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to: describe issues in respect of site investigation, site organisation and

the selection of construction equipment. describe the construction methods of building explain the Building construction works with relevant standards and

specifications Learning Content/Topics

Site investigation Types of soil Clearing and levelling of site Excavation and earth work Machineries and equipment used Methods of excavation De-watering Earthwork support methods and materials Types of foundation and its applications Anti-termite treatment Water proofing Masonry work

Rubble masonry works Brick/cement block masonry works

Concrete, form work and reinforcement Roof work and ceiling Doors & Windows Finishes

Wall finishes(internal and external) Floor finishes Ceiling finishes

Cladding Plastering and painting Staircases (According to types and material) Use and types of scaffolding Specific uses and construction of partition walls. Behaviour and construction of the single and multiple storey

basements and the general techniques employed in construction. Construction of framed buildings using in-situ reinforced concrete. Use of pre-cast / pre-stressed concrete for the erection of framed

buildings. Special considerations in building design & construction for disabled. Special considerations in building design & construction in Seismic

areas. Introduction in building construction for sustainability


Practical Field visits to Construction Site

Resources

Prescribed texts& or references

Greeno, R., Chudley, R, Building Construction Handbook, 7th Edition, Fleming E, Advanced Construction Technology, ISBN 10:

140515134X, ISBN 13: 9781405151344 Barritt, C.M.H., Advanced Building Construction – Volume 1, Longman

Scientific & Technical, Longman Group UK Limited. ISBN 0-582-01972-9

Barritt, C.M.H., Advanced Building Construction – Volume 2, Longman Scientific & Technical, Longman Group UK Limited. ISBN 0-582-21865-9

ICTAD spesifications Recommended Teaching learning Activities

Lectures Demonstrations Discussions Field visits & reports Tutorials



Assignments (2) Based on the session topics.

30%

Field visit Field visit Report 10%

Examination General test on total module

60%


Contact hrs. Theory Practical

60hrs. 15 hrs.


Module Title Quantity Surveying Practice-I (Construction Industry and Role of Quantity Surveyor)


Module Type Core

Related Units F45T002U01, F45T002U02, F45T002U03, F45T002U04, F45T002U05, F45T002U06, F45T002U07

Pre-requisites NVQ Level 4 or Equivalent

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: understand construction industry identify the traditional and contemporary roles of Quantity Surveyor

Learning Outcomes

After completion of this module, the learner will be able to: understand & describe role, duties and responsibilities of Quantity

Surveyor Learning Content / Topics

Who is a Quantity Surveyor? History of Quantity Surveying; Local and International Introduction to construction industry Interaction of Quantity Surveyor with other stakeholders in the industry Introduction of Traditional Quantity Surveying practices

- Cost planning - Cost advising to client - Budgeting - Tendering /Bidding - Contract documentation - Contract administration - Cost controlling - Contract closeout - Life cycle costing - Cost reconciliation

Introduction of Modern Quantity Surveying practices - Value management (planning, engineering and analysis) - Sustainable Construction - Building Information Modelling - Project Management - Dispute Resolution - Technical Auditing

Practical A role play to demonstrate the understanding of the role of Quantity Surveyor

Resources Books, journals, articles related to quantity surveying.

Prescribed texts&/or References & further readings

Christoper,J. W., Ashworth, A & Andrew, W. (1994).Practice and procedure for quantity surveyors (10thed.).UK: Blackwell Science Ltd.

Bennett, J. (1986). Construction management and the chartered quantity surveyor.London: Surveyors Pub.

Ashworth, A & Hogg, K. (2002).Willis's practice and procedure for the quantity surveyor (11th ed.). Oxford: Blackwell Science.

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (1983).Appointment of a quantity surveyor. London: Surveyors Publications


Lectures Hand-outs Individual practice Case studies Assignments




Assignments (2) Continuous assessment 30%

End semester Examination

General test on total module 70%

Notional hours 100 Hours


60hrs. 15hrs.


Module Title Drawing Practice for Quantity Surveying


Module Type Core

Related Units F45T002M01, F45T002M02, F45T002M03, F45T002M04, F45T002M05, F45T002M06

Pre-requisites F45T002M01, F45T002M02, F45T002M03, F45T002M04, F45T002M05, F45T002M06

Module Aim(s) To enable the student to: understand and interpret the drawing related to building and Civil

engineering construction prepare working sketches and simple drawings related to building and

civil engineering construction according to the requirements and standards

apply the information obtained from construction and services drawings for quantity surveying

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to: interpret information from construction design of building services prepare shop drawings and as built drawings apply computer aided designing for building construction and services interpret information from necessary drawings related to quantity

surveying process Learning Content/Topics

Introduction to Auto CAD Use of Auto CAD in Civil Engineering Starting Auto CAD - Using commands, Auto CAD Interface, Specifying

coordinates, viewing the drawing, setting up drawing Preparing 2 D drawings - Editing drawings, handling text in drawings,

working with layers, Dimensioning drawings, plotting / printing drawings Organizing and Managing drawings Construction Drawing Mechanical drawings Building and civil engineering drawings Building services drawings

Electrical wiring Plumbing Data communication

Practical Computer aided drafting practice

Resources

Drawing office with necessary facilities Drawing papers Drawing instruments Computers with CAD software installed Sample building services drawings & civil engineering drawings

Prescribed texts& / or References and further readings

Civil Drafting Technology, David A Madsen, Terence M Shumaker, David P Madsen, ISBN 10:0135000688, ISBN 13:9780135000687

Understanding construction drawings, 5th Edition, Mark W Huth, ISBN 1435464478, ISBN 13:9781435464476


Lectures Demonstrations Drawing practice Tutorials




Continuous Assessment

CAD Practical (Mini project)

20%

Tutorials 40%

Term end examination General test on total module

40%



30hrs. 30 hrs.


Module Title Financial Accounting


Module Type Core

Related Units F45T002M01, F45T002M02, F45T002M03, F45T002M04, F45T002M05, F45T002M06

Pre- requisites F45T002M01, F45T002M02, F45T002M03, F45T002M04, F45T002M05, F45T002M06

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: develop competencies required to handle the construction projects with more efficiently and effectively by absolute knowledge and understanding of theories on Principles of Accounting Practice.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to understand: basic accounting principles related to construction Industry stores/Stock Controlling discounted Cash flow profit and Loss accounts, balance sheets financial ratios and comparison investment appraisal techniques prepare and analyse budgets financial reporting


Sri Lanka Accounting Standard (SLAS) Day book, ledgers, Balance sheet Profit and loss accounts Cash flow Financial ratios and comparison Investment appraisal techniques Prepare and analyse budgets Financial reporting

Practical Assignments only

Prescribed texts /Recommended references & further readings

Mangala Fonseka, Financial Accounting (An Introductory Course of Study), PIM : ISBN:955-8969-05-2

Frank Wood & Alan Sangster, Business Accounting(Seventh Edition ISBN13:978-0-273-75918-8)


Lectures Self-study assignments



Assignments (02) Assignments are based on session topics.

40%


60%

Notional Hours 75hrs.


45hrs. -


Module Title General Economics


Module Type Core

Related Units F45T002U02, F45T002U05, F45T002U06, F45T002U07

Pre- requisites F45T002M01, F45T002M02, F45T002M03, F45T002M04, F45T002M05, F45T002M06

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: develop competencies required to handle the construction projects with more efficiently and effectively by absolute knowledge and understanding of theories of Economics.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to understand; what is Economics and its Concepts related to Construction Industry. the elementary theory of Demand and Supply elasticity of Demand and Supply types of Market Structures factors of production and the theory of Diminishing Marginal Returns on

factors of production construction Industry by its activities stake holders of Construction Industry construction Industry and National Economy public Private Partnerships (PPP)


Concept of Economics such as Utility, Kinds of Utility ,Value, Economic or Wealth, Welfare, the Producer, Intangible Utility, the Consumer, Exchange, Money, Credit, Price

Needs, Wants and Demand Laws of Demand and Supply The construction Industry on the national economy. Contribution of the public & private sector towards construction Industry Developers’ motivations and needs in the construction Industry Market Structures Factors of production and Law of Diminishing Marginal Returns.

Practical Assignments only


Lipsey R G and Chrystal K A (1999) ‘Economics’ (10th edn) OUP, ISBN 0199257841

Begg D, Fischer S and Dornbusch R (2002) Economics (7th edn) McGraw-Hill Education – Europe, ISBN 0077099478

Baumol W J and Blinder A S (1998) Economics: Principles and Policy, Thomson Learning, ISBN 0155188674.

Estrin S and Laidler D (1994) Introduction to Microeconomics, Harvester Wheatsheaf, ISBN 0745014666.

Ghatak S, Healey N M and Jackson P M (1993) The Macroeconomic Environment, Weidenfeld& Nicolson, ISBN 0297820605.

Sloman J (2002) Economics (5th edn) FT Prentice Hall, ISBN 0273655744

Bruce R Jewell, An Integrated Approach to Business Studies Recommended Teaching learning Activities

Lectures Self-study assignments


Assessment and weighting Type Topic/Activity Weighting

Assignments (02) Assignments are based on session topics.

40%


60%



45hrs. -


Module Title Work place Information Management

Module Code EMPM01

Module Type Core

Related Units EMP01

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: make use of information and information systems to carry out

organizational functions make use of information and information systems to enhance

workplace performance Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to; explain the importance of ICT tools in promoting the productivity of

the organization describes the purpose of establishing ICT tools and strategies in

enhancing the performance at workplace. apply Information skills to enhance the productivity of the

organization. Learning Content / Topics(50hrs)

Identification of documentation requirements Selecting and/or collecting required documentation

Documentation procedures and methods Completing /perfecting documentation Reading, interpreting and using equipment/system manuals and

specifications Interpretation of all applicable laws, policies and procedures relevant to enterprise Computer and information system usage

Forecasting Techniques Forecasting Software Mathematical Modeling Data Collection Techniques for Market Research The range of analytical techniques appropriate for analysis of

information The influence of human factors on information analysis, e.g.

Prejudices and biases Conducting and recording of performance evaluations

Resources Occupational Tools, Instruments, Equipment, material Documents on Company policies and procedures Calculator Computer MIS resources Software used for information purposes Equipment/system manuals and specifications Safety signs Safety procedures Forecasting Software Variety of forms, formats used in the organization

Instructional Tools, Instruments, Equipment, materialMultimedia projector Screen Flash cards Flip charts Permanent and white board markers Overhead projector


Printer Transparencies Colour Printer and scanner Safety manuals&Safety illustrations

Prescribed texts and/orreferences

www.freewebs.com/managing-workplace-information W. Gary Westernoff Construction Management made easy(1998)-

ASIN B006078925 Recommended Teaching learning Activities

Discuss/ explain and provide essential theoretical inputs. Emphasize the importance of a valid information system in

promoting customer relations - make reference to following Identification of customer needs. Measurement of customer needs and satisfaction. Obtaining feedback from customers. Recognition and understanding of customer problems and

resolution or timely referral of problem in a manner satisfactory to the customer.

Application of enterprise policies in satisfying customer needs Identifying enterprise Protocols associated with "Customer

Services" Discuss "Satisfying customer complaints" using information

sources available Assessment and weighting


Multiple Choice Test Items/ Matching and Completion test items and structured essay type questions

Knowledge on various aspects of information management skills at work place

30%

Oral questioning during class room presentations

Knowledge on various aspects of information management skills at work place

10%

Viva voce knowledge on application of information management skills

10%

Continuous assessment at work place

Use of ICT Tools, Software applications, application of information management skills

50%



30hrs. 30hrs.


MODULE DESCRIPTORS

Quantity Surveying

NVQ Level 05

Semester II


Module Title Law-I


Module Type Core

Related Units F45T002U03, F45T002U05, F45T002U06

Pre-requisites None

Module Aim(s) To enable the student to : understand legal system in Sri Lanka understand Law of Contract and Law of Tort

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this Module the learner will be able to: understand the legal system in Sri Lanka and foreign influence on

it. acquire a thorough understanding of the Law of Contract and Law

of Tort. use the knowledge of Contract and Tort Law in understanding

terms and conditions of standard form contracts (SBD, FIDIC etc.) describe the importance of law to individuals in the construction

industry eplain the sources of law and their composition. understand the different areas of law. understand the Courts Structure in Sri Lanka.


What is Law and what is a Legal System?

Introduction to Law and Legal System in Sri Lanka. Roman Dutch English Kandyan Thesawalamai Muslim Mukkuvar

The influence of Western Laws and Legal Systems to Sri Lanka Dutch Influence 1656 to 1796 British Influence 1796 to 1948

Introduction to Common Law and Civil Law and their judicial systems

General Introduction to areas of law such as Law of Evidence, Commercial Law, Consumer Law, Intellectual Property Law, Labour Law, Factories ordinance, Environment act, Local government Law, Property Law, and Constitutional Law, Administration Law.

Building Regulations Systems of courts in Sri Lanka Sources of Law

Legislation - Statutes - Statutory Instruments

Case Law - Anatomy of a judgment

Authoritative Writings International Conventions

Law of Contract

Formation of a Contract (Offer, Acceptance, Consideration etc)

Validity of a Contract


Contract Terms Breach of Contract

Law of Tort General Principles (Duty of care, Breach of Duty, Causation

etc.) Economic Loss Professional Liability

Human rights Practical

Correlation of learning outcome of contract and tort law to contracts and other related issues encountered by the students.

Compare and contrast common law principles and laws applicable to Sri Lanka

Resources Internet sources of Law.

Prescribed texts/ or Recommended references & further readings

Cooray LJM (2011) An Introduction to Legal System of Sri Lanka, Stamford Lake (Pvt) Ltd., ISBN 955-8733-18-0.

Weeramantry C. G. (1967) The Law of Contracts – Volumes 1 & 2, Lawman (India) Pvt. Ltd., ISBNs 81-7504-016-5, 81-7504-017-3

Studying Law, Palgrave Study Guides, ISBN 1403999260 McKendrick E (2005, 6th edn) Contract Law, Palgrave Law

Masters, ISBN 1403948690. Horsey and Rackley (2009), Tort Law, Oxford University Press,

ISBN 978-0-19-921637-6. Recommended Teaching learning Activities

Lectures Assignments



Assignment (2) Based on Legal Structure and Contracts Law 20%

Practical Stated above 20%


60%

Notional hrs. 100hrs.


60hrs. 15hrs.


Module Title Contract Administration-I (Pre-Contract Practice)


Module Type Core


Pre-requisites None

Module Aim(s) To enable the student to: understand Pre-contract Administration requirements of Quantity

Surveying develop competencies required for administering Pre-Contract

Quantity Surveying. Learning Outcomes

After completion of this module the learner will be able to: identify and review Employer’s / Client’s priorities in terms of Cost,

Quality and Time. understand and select procurement strategies with regard to

Employer’s / Client’s priorities. understand and select payment methods for above procurement

strategies with regard to Employer’s / Client’s priorities. understand Standard Bidding documents , ICTAD and FIDIC Red

book carryout QS tasks that have to be performed in each and every

sub-stage of pre-contract stage. understand the contractual provisions in Client and Consultant

Services Agreement.

Learning Content/Topics

Procurement paths Introduction to feasibility phase related Quantity Surveying

practices. Introduction to NPA Procurement Guidelines. Introduction to schematic design phase related Quantity

Surveying practices. Introduction to Design development phase related Quantity

Surveying practices. Introduction to bidding, evaluating and negotiating phase related

Quantity Surveying practices. Introduction to construction phase related documents used in

Quantity Surveying practices. Introduction to Client / Consultant Services Agreement.(FIDIC

White book/ICTAD Standard conditions of Engagement.) Introduction to consultancy fee payment methods.

Practical Produce a report to recommend a suitable procurement path to compare with other options.

Resources Related computer Applications; MS Projects, Excel etc.,

Prescribed texts&/ or references

Procurement Guidelines and Manuals – Ministry of Finance & Planning(NPA Guide line)

ICTAD/FIDIC Standard Conditions of Contract documents ICTAD Standard Conditions of Engagement part I and II. Construction Contracts: Law and Management by John Murdoch

and Will Hughes The Aqua Group Guide to Procurement, Tendering and contract

Administration ISBN-13-978-4051-3198-8


Aqua Group, Pre contract practice for Architects and Quantity Surveyors (1980) ISBN 0246113383/ ISBN 13:9780246113382


Lectures Discussions Tutorials Projects



Assignments (2) Based on the session topics.

30%


70%


Contact hrs.

Theory Practical

75hrs. 15 hrs.


Module Title Material Technology


Module Type Core


Pre-requisites

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: understand the properties of construction materials available in the

industry. develop awareness on the factors in selection of materials relative to

safety, health, environment and economic aspects develop awareness of the inter-relation of the materials selection with

the performance of the building and its probable maintenance and the ultimate influence on construction and the maintenance costs,

provide relevant cost advices Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner should be able to; identify appropriate building materials according to the requirements. use the knowledge gained for taking decisions regarding materials

selection, their cost etc. identify issues and methods related to building maintenance


Basic properties of material that influence the performance of a building such as dampness, radiation and heat transfer, and strength of materials.

Manufacturers warranties Properties of the structural materials used in construction; bricks and

blocks, concrete, timber, aggregates, steel& alloys etc. Properties of binding materials: cement, admixtures etc., Properties of finishing materials: paints, ceramic, stone, glass etc., Miscellaneous materials: insulating materials, joinery and sealant

etc., Properties and performance standards Common defects and maintenance procedures in buildings. Quality control of construction materials Material testing standards Sustainability standards and concepts related to materials

Practical Prepare a report based on material production factory visit (Ex:pre- cast units)

Collect details & information related to various types of materials and compare and contrast them in relation with time, cost, quality and life cycle costing factors

Resources SLS Standards and relevant international standards

Prescribed texts and/or references

Taylor, G.D., Smith, B.J., Materials in Construction, Longman group Deodhar,S.V.,Singhai , S.K., Civil Engineering Materials, Khanna

Publishers Lyons A (2010) Materials for Architects and Builders (4th edn), Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann. ISBN-13: 978-1856175197. Blanc A (1994) Internal Components, Harlow: Longman. ISBN-

13:978-0582212572. McEvoy M (1994) External Components, Harlow: Longman. ISBN-

13: 978-0582212558 Recommended Teaching learning

Lectures


Activities Tutorials Practical Field visit


Assignments Decided by the trainer 20%

Practical Field visit report 20%




75 hrs. 20hrs.


Module Title Estimating & Tendering

Module Code F45C002M 11

Module Type Core


Pre-requisites F45T002M11, F45T002M12, F45T002M11, F45T002M13, F45T002M14

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to; develop competencies required to prepare Contractor’s estimate and converting it to a bid.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this module, the learner should be able to; organize the activities related to pricing of a bid


Introduction to bidding strategies Unit rate estimating, Gross/ Net pricing, net/gross estimating,

Resource costs, Estimating the productivity, Cost of Labour, materials and plant, Synthesis of unit rates

Collection of information Preparation of all-in rates for labour, material and plant Preparing unit rates Pricing preliminaries and site (Project) overheads Pricing head office overheads Conversion of an estimate to a tender Costs related to Health , Safety and Environment

Practical Analysis of Unit rates for different building trades

Resources Code of Estimating Practice, MS Excel, HSE manuels etc.

Prescribed texts/Recommended references & further readings

Ashworth, A. (2008).Pre-contract studies: Development economics, tendering and estimating (3rded.). UK: Wiley.

Brook, M. (2008). Estimating and tendering for construction work (4thed.). Amsterdam: Elsevier.

Bentley, J.I.W. (1987).Construction tendering and estimating. London: E & FN Spon.

Kwakye, A.A. (1994). Understanding tendering and estimating. Aldershot: Gower.

McCaffer, R.&Baldwin, A.N. (1986). Estimating and tendering for civil engineering works. London: Collins.


Lectures Tutorials guided practical assignments



Assignments (1) Decided by the trainer 40%


60%

Duration 100 Hours


60hrs. 10hrs.


Module Title Quantity Surveying Practice-II


Module Type Core


Prerequisite F45T008M04

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to, understand traditional Pre contract QS practice.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to; practise Traditional Pre contract duties


Cost advising to Client Budgeting Cost Planning Life Cycle costing Interaction of QS with other stake holders in the industry Preparation of BOQ (Covered under Measurement –I) Tender documentation and Tendering ( Different types of

tendering and procedures.) Tender Pricing Collection of previous cost data and application for future projects Building Mopology

Practical Prepare a cost plan for client requirement.

Resources Forms of Contract (FIDIC, ICTAD, etc…) SLS573 ,SMM 7, CESMM3,POMI,Building schedule of rates Standard cost Indices/Cost data norms ICTAD Specifications SCA-4 to12 schedules QS Stationary BS 3327-1970 cost plan standard formats (RICS)

Prescribed texts and/or References

The Aqua Group (1990) 7th Edition Pre – Contract practice for Architects and Quantity Surveyors ISBN 0-632-02986-2

Willis C.J. & Newman D., Elements of Quantity Surveying Seeley , I.H., Quantity Surveying Practice , Palgrave Macmillan,

ISBN 333689070 Cartlidge, D., Quantity Surveyor's Pocket Book, ISBN 10:

0750687460, ISBN 13: 9780750687461 Seeley , I.H., Building Quantities Explained ,5th Edition, ISBN:

9780333719725 Ashworth A., Building Economics & Cost Control Code of Estimating Practice Practice 7th Edition ISBN 978-1-4051-

2971-8 Recommended Teaching learning Activities

Lectures Demonstrations Tutorials





60%

Notional Hours 125hrs


75hrs. 15hrs.


Module Title Workplace Communications Management

Module Code EMPM02

Module Type Core

Related Units EMP02

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: Apply communication skills to maintain effective workplace

performance Adjust to diverse situations at workplace, through effective

manipulation of communication skills Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to; Identify the essential components of an efficient communication

system Identify and overcome barriers to effective communication. Use all channels of communication equally well. Use common computer applications to collect, analyse and maintain

essential data and information required to perform and enhance day to day activities of the organization.

Contributes to the overall growth and productivity development of the organization


Basic communication models - (Reference to 2 typical models) Principles of effective, interactive communication Barriers to effective communication and distortions in the

communication process Personal values and communication

Policies of the organization relevant to information and communication function

Protocol and Procedures of the organization Importance of ICT tools in promoting the efficiency and effectiveness of

the organization Common computer applications Common computer applications

Practical To be decided by the lecturer.

Resources Occupational Tools, Instruments, Equipment, material Company policies and procedures Software used for information/communication purposes Safety signs Safety procedures Variety of forms, formats used within the organization and for external

communication Calculator Computer Instructional Tools, Instruments, Equipment, material Multimedia projector Screen Flash cards Flip charts Permanent and white board markers Overhead projectors Transparencies Communication models Colour Printer and scanner


Safety manuals Safety illustrations


Joel Zeff’s workplace communication book


Knowledge to be imparted by providing learner centered activities. Facilitator may use different teaching methodologies such as

brainstorming, projects, mind mapping, small group activities, illustrated talk, fish ball technique, demonstrations, when delivering knowledge component of this module

The following may be discussed in groups of trainees and followed up with Exercises" & "Role plays" Oral communication Written communication

The following may be discussed in groups of trainees and followed up with” Exercises" & “Role plays" Constructing sound inductive arguments. Reading and comprehending written communications and

information Using job-related terminology Using proper listening techniques




Knowledge on various aspects of communication skills at work place

40%

Oral questioning during class room presentations

Knowledge on various aspects of communication skills at work place

30%

Viva voce knowledge on application of communication management skills

30%



30hrs. 10hrs.


Module Title Plan Work to be Performed at Workplace

Module Code EMPM03

Module Type Core

Related Units EMP03

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: Plan and schedule work to be performed at workplace Assign work to workers based on assessment of competencies /

work capacities of individual workers/working team Predict likely problems / probable changes that would come up in

implementation of planned schedule Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to; Prepare a work schedule for a given work situation Determine work priorities as per predetermined criteria such as

goals, targets and organizational requirements Develop a plan (process) to complete work to be done in a given

situation Assess competencies of individual workers before assigning work.


Goals and Objectives of the organization Planning priorities Plans related to work and related activities at workplace Systems, procedures and processes relevant to the organization Quality and continuous improvement processes applied within the

organization Company specific performance standards Industry/Workplace Codes of Practice /Codes of ethics Frontline management roles applicable to team management Manufacturer' s specifications and product specifications Standard specifications of commonly used materials Simple planning techniques/methods - ( two to three common

techniques/methods) Forecasting Techniques /methods Time management techniques Competency assessment methods Layout management Management terminology

Practical Planning techniques Activities, durations, links, sequence, float, lead, lags, constrains

etc. Factory layout Work study Management terminology

Resources Occupational Tools, Instruments, Equipment, material Documents on Company policies and Procedures Documents on Industry/Workplace Codes of Practice /Codes of ethics Documents on Manufacturer' s specifications and product

specifications Documents on competency based assessments Software used for planning/scheduling Software applications used in performance appraisal Safety signs Safety procedures


Computer Calculator

Instructional Tools, Instruments, Equipment, material Multimedia projector Screen Flash cards Flip charts Permanent markers White board markers Overhead projector Transparencies Colour Printer and scanner Safety manuals Safety illustrations


Uncommon work place strategies that add value and improve performance- Franklin Becker, www.josseybass.com


Small group activity -1 - Identify work requirements of a drawing office or of a given project

Small group activity -2 - Set work priorities as per organizational requirements goals and targets

Small group activity -3 -Develop a plan (process) to complete work to be done at drawing office or in a given project

Individual activity - Prepare list/s of tools, equipment, material required to complete the work as indicated in the plan developed in activity -3

Small group activity -4 Brainstorm in groups to identify, Deficiencies in the plan (Developed in activity -3) Modifications to be made to overcome deficiencies

Explain and follow up with exercises Forecasting methods / Techniques, Time management techniques,

Competency assessment methods


Continuous assessment

Multiple Choice Test Items/ Matching and Completion test items and structured essay type questions on various aspects of planning of work to be performed at workplace.

30%

Oral questioning during class room presentations on various aspects of planning of work to be performed at workplace

10%

Summative assessment

Viva voce on application of planning of work in a given work situation

10%



30hrs. 30hrs.


MODULE DESCRIPTORS

Quantity Surveying

NVQ Level 06

Semester I


Module Title Measurement - II


Module Type Core


Pre-requisites NVQ level 05

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: Understand standard method of measurement techniques related to

Civil Engineering construction Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to: Measure various trade sections in accordance with rules and

regulations of Civil Engineering Standard Method of Measurements.


Measurement of Trade Items as per CESMM Mensuration Taking off Abstracting and direct billing

Practical Prepare a BOQ for a Civil Engineering project

Resources

Prescribed texts /Recommended references &further readings

Seeley Civil Engineering Measurements Cartlidge, D., Quantity Surveyor's Pocket Book, ISBN 10:

0750687460, ISBN 13: 9780750687461


Lectures Assignments Tutorials





60%



90hrs. 20hrs.


Module Title Quantity Surveying Practice-III

Module Code F45C002M14 Module Type Core

Related Units F45T002U09, F45T002U10, F45T002U11, F45T002U12, F45T002U13, F45T002U14, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

Pre-requisites F45T002M11

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to Understand traditional post contract QS practice

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to: Practice traditional post contract duties.


Contract administration( separate module- Contract Administration I) Cost Controlling Contract closeout Cost value reconciliation Valuations and Variations and contractors cash flow Value Engineering Price fluctuations formulas and traditional methods Final accounts and procedures Claims Dispute resolution ( Separate module-Contract Administration II)

Practical Prepare interim valuations

Prepare final Account using formats for major construction work

Resources Teaching aid

Prescribed texts /Recommended readings and further References

ICTAD Standard Bidding Documents SBD/01, SBD/02, SBD/03 and SBD/04

Willis C.J. &Newman D., Elements of Quantity Surveying McKendrick E (2005, 6th edn) Contract Law, Palgrave Law Masters,

ISBN 1403948690. Ivor Seeley Quantity surveying practice (second edition) J.W. Ramus (1990) 2 nd Edition Contract practice for Quantity

Surveyors ISBN 0 434 91677 3 The Aqua Group (1990) 2nd Edition Tenders and Contracts for building

ISBN 0-632-02681-2 Standard method of building works SLS573 of 1999


Lectures Self-study assignment tutorials Case studies



Assignments (02)

1)From Interim valuation

2)Decided by the trainer

20%

Practical Submit the practical described above and present to the class

20%


Duration 175 Notional hrs.


100hrs. 20hrs.


Module Title Contract Administration-II (Post Contract Administration)


Module Type Core


Pre-requisites None

Module Aim(s) To enable the student to: understand Post-contract Administration requirements of Quantity

Surveying develop competencies required for administering Post-Contract

Quantity Surveying. Learning Outcomes

After completion of this module the learner will be able to: understand the contractual provisions of Employer/Contractor

Construction Contract Agreement. understand the usage of construction program in relation to

administering the Contract. process interim payments under the relevant forms of contract evaluate variations, price fluctuations and other claims prepare Final Accounts understand dispute resolution methods close out contracts successfully. manage sub-contractors and material suppliers.

Learning Content/Topics

Introduction to Employer/Contractor Construction Contract Agreement and its contractual provisions.

Bonds, Guarantees and Insurances Cash flow statements Construction program Payments;

Preliminaries, Interim payments, Provisional sums Statement at Completion Final Payments Nominated sub contract payments Variations and day works Price Fluctuations Claims

Delays and Time Extensions Employer supply materials with or without duty/tax concessions Material Reconciliation Management of project cost & provide alternative proposals Value for money(Cost checking, Cost monitoring, Cost reporting,

Cost sensitivity analysis, Cost controlling). Alternative Dispute Resolution Methods. Sub-contracting and Material Supply Agreements

Practical Preparation of cash flow in relation to construction program Evaluation of variation including adjustment of provisional sums,

prime cost, day work adjustments. Prescribed texts&/ or references

ICTAD/FIDIC Standard Conditions of Contract Documents Aqua Group (1986),Contract administration for architects and

quantity surveying (6th ed.), Granada, London: Aqua Group Aqua Group. (1996),Contract administration for the building team

(8th ed.), Oxford: Blackwell Science.


Hackett, M. & Robinson, I, (eds.) (2003),Pre-contract practice and contract administration for the building team,Blackwells.

Bower, D. (2003),Management of procurement, London: Thomas Telford Publishing.


Lectures Demonstrations Discussions Tutorials Projects



Assignments (2) Based on the session topics 40%


Duration 125Notional Hours


75hrs. 15hrs.


Module Title Construction Technology -II

Module Code F45 C002M16

Module Type Core


Pre-requisites F45T002M11, F45T002M12, F45T002M11, F45T002M13

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to; understand the integration of different building services

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this module, the learner should be able to; Explain building services Analyse the existing practices used in provision of building

services Identify the method of construction for measurements and for

pricing. Learning Content / Topics

Building services water supply and drainage - Cold. Hot, waste, sewer and rain water piping materials

and laying Sanitary installation - Sanitary appliances

Electrical installation - Wiring systems and installation methods - Power distribution - MCB, RCCBS and protection systems - Generators - electrical fittings

Internal movement systems in buildings - Lifts and escalators

Air conditioning and ventilation - Air conditioning systems - Air handling units

Fire extinguishers Fire detection and protection - Fire detection systems - smoke detectors - heat detectors - control panels

Environmental Studies including comfort conditions, thermal studies, sound and vibration control.

An introduction to alterations and extensions of buildings. Building morphology

Practical Field visit to a completed building equipped with all above services

Resources


Prescribed texts/Recommended references & further readings

Hall,F Building Services & Equipment-Vol 1,11 & 111 Longman Group UK Ltd.,

Chadderton D (2007) Building Services Engineering: 1 (5th edn), Abingdon: Taylor & Francis Ltd. ISBN-13: 978-0415413558.

Hall F and Greeno R (2011) Building Services Handbook: Incorporating Current Building and Construction Regulations (6thedn), Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann. ISBN-13: 978-0080969824.

Greeno, R Building Services Technology & Design, ISBN 9780582279414.

Yang J, Brandon PS and Sidwell AC (2005) Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, Blackwell Publishing, ISBN 1-4051-2422-9


Lecturers Self-study assignments Tutorials



Assignments Decided by the trainer 40%


60%

Duration 125Notional Hours


75 hrs. 15hrs.


Module Title Construction Economics


Module Type Core



Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: develop competencies required to employ appropriate theories in solving problems, measuring, predicting and explaining economic phenomena for the construction technology

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this module, the learner should be able to: examine the processes and procedures for cost planning in

construction projects understand the effects of design decisions on total building costs apply concepts of environmental economics, value management

etc. in quantity surveying work Learning Content / Topics

Building maintenance management Impact of design and use of buildings on life cycle costs Cost control procedure used by the Quantity Surveyors Preparation of approximate estimates Cost planning Life Cycle Costing (LCC) Essence of development sources of financing Concepts of Environmental Economics Stake holders of Construction Industry Concept of Value Management and Value Engineering. Property developments Land use requirements, land values

Practical None

Resources

Prescribed texts /Recommended references and further readings

Seeley,I.H., Building Economics Ashworth A., Building Economics & Cost Control McConnell,C.R., Brue,S.L., Economics (Principles, Problems and

Policies) Ashworth A., Cost Studies of Buildings Ferry D.J., Brandon, P.S.,Cost Planning of Buildings Construction Economics: A New Approach, ISBN:

9780415462297 Recommended Teaching learning Activities

Lecturers Self-study assignments Tutorials Presentations



Assignments(2) Written and oral presentation

40%


60%


Duration 125 Hours


75 hrs. -


MODULE DESCRIPTORS

Quantity Surveying

NVQ Level 06

Semester II


Module Title Quantity Surveying Practice-IV


Module Type Core

Credits 07


Module Aim(s) To enable the students to, Understand Modern and possible future QS practices

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to; Practice Modern Quantity Surveying duties and describe the

possible future roles of Quantity Surveyor. Learning Content / Topics

Value Management(planning, Engineering, and analysis) Sustainable Construction Building Information Modelling. Project Management Dispute Resolution Technical Auditing Facilities Management Forensic delay analysis Disaster Management

Practical Find out data from International construction to find out above and discuss in the class. (Prepare a report)

Resources Internet data, Related magazines in modern construction etc.


Willis C.J. & Newman D., Elements of Quantity Surveying


Seeley , I.H., Quantity Surveying Practice , Palgrave Macmillan, ISBN 333689070

Cartlidge, D., Quantity Surveyor's Pocket Book, ISBN 10: 0750687460, ISBN 13: 9780750687461

Seeley , I.H., Building Quantities Explained ,5th Edition, ISBN: 9780333719725

Ashworth A., Building Economics & Cost Control McConnell,C.R., Brue,S.L., Economics (Principles, Problems

and Policies) Hariot watt University Value Management Study, ISBN 0-7277-

2730-3 Donald Towey Construction Quantity Surveyors-Practical Guide

for Contractors QS ISBN-978-1-118-32977-1 Jack Ramus Simon Birchall, Contract practice for Surveyors, 3rd

Edition, ISBN 07506 2661 5 Christmpher J. Wills and Alan ashworth, ISBN 0-632-02932-3



Assignments (02) Decided by the trainer

30%

Practical Collected data as above and prepare a report

10%


60%



Theory Practical

100hrs. 20hrs.


Module Title Law - II


Module Type Core

Credits 05

Related Units

F45T002U08, F45T002U09, F45T002U10, F45T002U11,

F45T002U12, F45T002U13, F45T002U14, F45T002U15,

F45T002U16

Pre-requisites F45T002M11, F45T002M12, F45T002M11, F45T002M13,

F45T002M14

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to;

Understand the rights and obligations of the parties stipulated in Standard Form Contracts such as FIDIC and SBD/2.

Understand the basic concepts of Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods

Learning

Outcomes

At the end of this module, the students should be able to Demonstrate an understanding the application of principles learnt

in Law applicable to construction. Describe the liabilities and responsibilities of parties to a contract. Apply the relevant legal principles and requirements when

undertaking a construction project

Learning

Content / Topics

Applicability of Law of Contract to Construction: General - Procurement and competition rules. - Termination - Discharge of Contract. - Remedies for breach

Construction Contracts - Performance and payment. - Variations. - Professionals. - Completion.

Documents - Tender and Contract Documents. - Interpretation of those documents.

Applicability of Law of Tort to Construction: Negligence. Professional Negligence. Vicarious Liability.

Rights and Liabilities of contracting parties stipulated in Standard Form Contracts (SBD and FIDIC)

Dispute resolution Introduction to the adversarial methods of dispute resolution:

- Litigation. - Arbitration.

Introduction to non-adversarial methods of dispute resolution, (Alternative dispute resolution methods) - Adjudication - Mediation


- Conciliation - Expert Determination - Early Neutral Evaluation - Mediation-Arbitration (Med-Arb) - Mini Trial - Dispute Review Board - Amicable Settlement

Practical Compare and contrast contractual and tortuous liabilities arising out of a construction contract.

Gather at least 50 Case Law (Contract and Tort) relative to Construction and identify the facts, rationesdecidendi and important obiter dicta and compare and contrast rulings.

Resources Internet sources of Law


Davies,E.,Fenn,P.,O’Shea, Dispute Resolution and Conflict Management in Construction-An International Perspective,Taylor and Francis, ISBN: 978-0-419-23700-6

Uff, J., Construction Law (2005, 9thedn), Sweet & Maxwell, ISBN 0421 904 208.

McKendrick E (2005, 2ndedn) Contract Law, Oxford University Press, ISBN 0-19-927480-0 9-78-019927480-2.

Askey S and McLeod I (2006) Studying Law, Palgrave Study Guides, ISBN 1 403 99926 0

Horsey and Rackley (2009), Tort Law, Oxford University Press, ISBN 978-0-19-921637-6

Kidner R (2010, 11thedn) Casebook on Torts, Oxford University Press, ISBN 978 0 19 957173 4

Recommended

Teaching

learning

Activities

Lecture Self-study assignments Tutorials Presentations

Assessment and

weighting Type Topic/Activity Weighting

Assignments (02) Law of Contract Tort and ADR

20%

Practical Stated above 20%


60%



75hrs. 20 hrs.


Module Title Construction Technology III (Civil Engineering works)


Module Type Core

Credits 05

Related Modules F45T002U08, F45T002U09, F45T002U10, F45T002U11, F45T002U12, F45T002U13, F45T002U14, F45T002U15, F45T002U16

Pre-requisites F45T002U03, F45T002U16

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to;

understand the functional requirements, design constraints and construction methods related to Civil Engineering Works.

Understand the structural configuration, materials, components, plants and construction sequence of major Civil Engineering structures.

Develop the knowledge on measurement and pricing of Civil Engineering Works.

Learning

outcomes

On completion of this module the student will be able to:

acquire sound knowledge on the functions, functional requirements, design constraints & construction methods of civil engineering structures.

understand the overall sustainability (Environmental, social & economical) of civil engineering construction

understand the essentials of civil engineering technology which can be used in related quantity surveying practices.

Learning

content Civil engineering constructions (other than buildings)

Road construction Methods ( sub-grade, sub-base, base , surfacing)

Cross drainage structures (Culverts, bridges and side drains) Road safety (Traffic signals ,Traffic signs and lane marking) Road construction materials

Irrigation structures(dams, banks, storage reservoirs ,anicuts etc.,) Canals and canal structures Retaining walls

Drainage systems (Storm water, waste and soil drainage including manholes)

Shoring systems in deep excavation Water supply systems (intake, conveyers, treatment plants,

storage, distribution)

Practical Field visit to relevant site

Resources Surveying equipment, CESMM 3 Hand book as a guide ,relevant ICTAD specifications

Recommended

texts and/or

references

Chudley, R, Construction Technology volumes 1- 4, 2ndedn., Longman Scientific and Technical Civil Engineer’s Reference Book , Elsevier publishers, ISBN 978-0-7506-1964-6

Transportation Engineering and Planning, C.S Papcostas, ISBN : 9788120321540


Highway Engineering 2nd Edition, ISBN: 9781405163583 Recommended

teaching

learning

activities

Lectures Tutorial Assignments Site visits

Assessment and

weighting Type Topic/Activity Weighting

Assignments(2) Written and oral presentation

40%

Examination General test on total

module 60%



75hrs. 15hrs.


Module Title Computer Aided Quantity Surveying


Module Type Core

Credits 03



Module Aim(s) Students should be able to; Develop skills and competencies required to be a successful Quantity surveyor in the dynamic industrial environment and familiarize with computer aided cost management by using related software

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this module, the learner should be able to; Understand the computer usage in Quantity surveying in

relation to construction projects Apply computer software for Measuring, abstracting, billing,

Tendering &Estimating, Cash flow, bar charts, claims etc. and other project management activities of the projects.

Provide cost input for Building Information Module(BIM)


Use CAD for Measurement Use of Estimating Software Use of data base software Use Project Planning software Use Word Processing for report writing Develop worksheets for data management BOQ preparation and pricing using Spreadsheet packages Introduction to BIM

Practical Prepare BOQ using project Quantity surveying software/Project Management software, CAD, Special Quantity Surveying Software, at the Computer laboratories

Resources Computer lab, relevant software Prescribed texts /references

Computer aided quantity surveying system / G.N. Charlesworth, A.J. Mills, J.J. Furtado

1. www.docstoc.com/docs/62148184/Quantity-surveyor-pocket-book

2. Paulson, B.C. , Computer applications in construction, McGraw-Hill, New York

3. Moseley, L.E. and Boodey, D.M. Mastering Microsoft Office Recommended Teaching learning Activities

lectures Self-study assignments Tutorials Presentations Computer practical


Type Topic/Activity Weighting Computer Practical

Decided by the trainer 40%




Theory Practical

Contact hrs. 20 hrs. 40hrs.


Module Title Project work (Intergration of all Modules)


Module Type Core

Credits 06

Related Units F45T002U03 &U04

Pre-Requisites F45T002M11, F45T002M12, F45T002M13, F45T002M14, F45T002M15, F45T002M16, F45T002M17, F45T002M18, F45T002M19

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: carryout an extended investigation of a subject, demonstrating the ability

to pursue an in-depth study in a critical manner. study around a defined subject area and to demonstrate an ability to

integrate diverse subjects and focus on a selected topic. integrate the knowledge and skills gained from other modules

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to; effectively apply the theories, concepts, methodologies and procedures

learnt in theory in any given practical scenario Learning Content / Topics

The module content will be focussed on an approved topic and will be developed under the guidance of approved supervisor. Students will be required to select a topic and get it approved by the supervisor prior to commence the project. The study may integrate related subject areas in quantity surveying

Practical To carry out the project (to be approved by the supervisor based on the recommendations of the appointed panel)

Resources Collection of data related to topic (Site data, Correspondences, drawings, relevant theories, Magazines, Internet data, Charts, Graphs, Computer, Multimedia, Photos, Lecture notes etc.


Saunders, M, Lewis, P, and Thornhill, A (2005) Research Methods for Business Students (3rdedn), Pearson Education Limited, India

Cooper,DR and Schindler,PS (2001), Business Research Methods (7thedn), McGraw-Hill/Irwin

Texts/web sites on related areas

Recommended teaching learning activities

Lectures Literature survey Discussions Presentations


Semester end examination - Continuous Assignments 100% Proposal development Final report Presentation/interview

30% 40% 30%

Duration Contact hrs. :Theory Self-study

15hrs 120hrs

Presentation/interview 15hrs


Module Title Problem Solving and Decision Making

Module Code EMPM04

Module Type Core Credits 02

Related Units EMP04

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to Understand the importance of following a systematic approach to

identifying and analyzing problem situation/s Acquire the skills required to compare different solutions to decide the

most suitable Apply standard techniques of problem solving and decision making to

solve problems and make decisions at workplace Learning Outcomes

The student shall be able to Analyze a situation and accurately identify a problem Assess the impact of a problem Apply systematic procedure and process of solving a problem Follow a standard approach to foresee likely problems Follow an acceptable decision making process


Problem solving models Problem solving techniques Decision making models Decision making process- (Reference to two commonly used decision

models) Decision making styles – (Participatory approaches may be given

priority) Vroom and Yetter's tool for decision making - "Decision tree" Brainstorming technique Nominal group technique Front end analysis

Practical

Resources Occupational Tools, Instruments, Equipment, material Documents on Company policies and procedures Documents on Industry/Workplace codes of Practice/Codes of ethics Documents on Manufacturer' s specifications and product

specifications Model of Vroom and Yetter's tool for decision making - "Decision

tree" Calculator

Instructional Tools, Instruments, Equipment, material Multimedia projector Screen Computer Flash cards Flip charts Permanent and white board markers Overhead projector Transparencies Colour Printer and scanner Illustrations of "Problem solving models" Illustrations of "Problem solving techniques" Illustrations of "Decision making models”




(Small group activity -1) -Provide relevant case studies to trainees and make them work in small groups to identify problems and the impact of the problems on one's immediate area of responsibilities (Small group activity -2) -Get trainees work in small groups to generate ideas using divergent and convergent approaches to create solutions to problems identified in activity -1

Explain Problem solving models Problem solving techniques Decision making models Decision making process- (Reference to two commonly used

decision models) Decision making styles – (Participatory approaches may be given

priority) Introduce Creative decision making Provide a real problem situation (case study) to follow the Six

stages in "Creative decision making" process to make appropriate decisions to problems identified in the above case study

Describe Vroom and Yetter's tool for decision making - "Decision tree"

Brainstorming technique Nominal group technique Front end analysis Provide examples from real workplace situations to make trainees

apply principles learnt in each of the above techniques Assessment and weighting



Knowledge of various topics on problem solving / decision making

30%

oral questioning technique during class room presentations

Knowledge of various topics on problem solving / decision making

10%

Viva voce knowledge in applications of problem solving / decision making

10%

continuous assessment at workplace during industry training

Skills in problem solving / decision making

50%



20hrs. 20hrs.


Module Title Teamwork and Leadership

Module Code EMPM05

Module Type Core

Credits 02

Related Units EMP05

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to, Acquire the skills of working with others as a team. Understand the need of maintaining positive relationships with

others under varying work conditions. lead and facilitate work teams to achieve planned outcome

while enhancing organizational productivity.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this module, the learner should be able to define objectives and functions of teams to develop team plans

towards achieving corporate goals of the organization. identify the important aspects of motivating individuals/teams

and enhancing co-operation and commitment. demonstrate an understanding of analysing ideas and

information through discussion and making informed decisions. manage and develop team performance by applying

appropriate techniques and methods. apply understanding of roles of team leadership and

membership to build trust and confidence. encourage members in the team to take initiative and make

innovations


Introduction Functions and roles of leadership , teams in an organization Leadership styles and Leadership roles Team processes , Identifying your role within a team , How a

team develops, Team planning- defining objectives, purpose functions and accountabilities

Discussion techniques Communication in a team environment Decision making techniques Leadership and personality development Social analysis - culture and values, psychological and social

aspects of individuals

Practical To be decided by the Lecturer

Resources Occupational Tools, Instruments, Equipment, material Documents on Company policies and procedures Calculator Computer Documents on Industry / Workplace Codes of Practice / Codes of ethics Documents on Manufacturer' s specifications and product specifications Safety signs Safety procedures


Variety of forms, formats used within the organization Instructional Tools, Instruments, Equipment, material Multimedia projector Screen Flash cards Flip charts Permanent and white board markers Over head projector Transparencies Colour Printer and scanner Safety manuals Safety illustrations


The habits of highly effective people-Stephen r. covey


Lectures for imparting the fundamental aspects teamwork and leadership

Brainstorm appropriate interpersonal skills for working with and for others

Conduct exercises in team planning List out in small groups attitudes of workers that create a

positive working atmosphere Brainstorm how to develop commitment and cooperation

within a team How to manage and develop team performance Prepare a check list that would outline the main steps in

developing team performance




knowledge on Leading and facilitating work teams

30%

Presentation and answer questions using appropriate technique

knowledge on Leading and facilitating work teams

10%

Viva voce

knowledge in application of Leading and facilitating work teams

10%

Continuous assessment at workplace during industry training

Skills in application of Leading and facilitating work teams

50%



20 hrs. 20hrs.


Module Title Creating& maintaining a learning culture at workplace

Module Code EMPM06

Module Type Core

Credits 02

Related Units EMPU05

Pre-Requisites None

Module Aim(s) To enable the students to: create awareness and understanding of the concept of

learning culture. develop competencies required to create and maintain a

learning culture at the workplace Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will be able to inform management about training requirements of workers arrange /Conduct training programs demonstrate the use of new equipment and methods


Definition of training, definition of performance, performance appraisal, methods of identifying performance gaps of workers, how to design training programs

Setting of learning outcomes, Motivating workers for participation at training programs, Hints and tips on conducting demonstrations

Practice - Arrange /Conduct training programs Demonstrate the use of new equipment and methods

Practical Topic decided by the trainer based on the trainer’s panel

Resources Hand outs Computer Printer Photocopier Multimedia projector Models Transparencies Manuals



Use lectures to impart theoretical knowledge on various aspects of learning culture

Use group discussions, case studies , Role plays, to develop required skills and attitudinal aspects

Create and maintain a positive learning culture at the training center

Arrange guest lectures on learning culture Assessment and weighting


Knowledge of various aspects of learning culture at work place

Multiple Choice Test Items, structured essay type questions, case studies

60%

Role plays and simulations

skills and attitudes related to various aspects of learning culture at work place

40%



Contact hrs. Theory Practical/Tutorials

20hrs. 20hrs.

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