Advanced Quantity Surveying

This subject is not offered in 2014.

702-683 Advanced Quantity Surveying (PG)

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The subject examines applications of economics, management and statistical techniques that are applied to construction economics.

The subject includes:

• professional practice;
• tax depreciation;
• value management;
• construction procurement techniques.

On completion of the subject students should be able to:

• understand the role of cost management as a means of managing the design process;
• understand construction processes used in non-residential construction;
• critically evaluate alternative cost management practices;
• understand how to apply cost management processes in order to achieve value for the client.

• 2 written assignments, equivalent to 2000 words each, each worth 20% (total 40%);
• 3 hour exam (60%).

Students are required to achieve a mark of at least 40% in the exam in order to pass the subject.

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

• Understand the roles and responsiblities of quantity surveyors in the construction industry
• Knowledge of how to apply cost management to complex buldings
• Effective participation as a team member
• Presentation of critical analysis of complex issues associated with cost management or quantity surveying