ARBE2308
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course examines and applies estimating tools, techniques and software for costing construction projects in its various stages, from both client and contractor perspectives. Elements of preliminary estimating, cost planning and detailed estimating will be integrated and applied to enable informed rational cost related decisions. Students will apply estimating principles to price/cost superficial spaces, functional areas, elements, resources and trades and develop ethical bidding strategies.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Singapore BCA
- Semester 1 - 2024
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Online
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Apply preliminary cost estimating techniques to prepare building cost plans.
2. Apply estimating techniques to build unit prices.
3. Price conforming tenders with available information.
4. Develop and apply appropriate cost planning and bidding strategies that are ethically appropriate.
Content
- Introduction to cost planning and estimating Preliminary estimating techniques
- Preparing cost plans
- Estimating preliminaries & temporary works
- Estimating trades (selected trades)
- Bidding models and tendering strategies
- Civil engineering (infrastructure) estimating basics
- Estimating with computers
- Preparing for pre qualifications, Tender evaluation process and Post tender protocols
Requisite
To enrol in this course you must have successfully completed ARBE2301.
Assessment items
Quiz: Online Quiz
Written Assignment: Tender Pricing Written Assignment
Written Assignment: Cost Planning Written Assignment
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Singapore BCA
Lectorial-1
- Online 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- Online students will receive equivalent instruction through online or other distance education strategies.
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lectorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 1 - 2024 - Online
Lectorial-1
- Online 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- Online students will receive equivalent instruction through online or other distance education strategies.
Course outline
- ARBE2308 - Semester 1, 2024 (All) (PDF, 187.3 KB)
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