Quantity Surveying Practice and Procedures
Description
An introduction to the construction industry, its parties, practices and control mechanisms. An overview of the surveying related practices of costing and measurement
Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate an appreciation of the overall roles, scope and importance of the construction industry to a countrys economic climate
Demonstrate knowledge of measurement for cost planning using excel and the ARM4 and standard cost planning docs
Identify the cost factors for construction projects including applying theory to practice and prepare an OMC for construction projects
Understand the roles and responsibilities of the various parties operating within the industry and their responsibility from inception to completion including procurement procedures
Appraise the factors that affect construction costs including the use of ARM 4 measurement and utilising cost data from various sourses to build up unit rates from first principles
Evaluate current regulations appropriate to the construction Industry and the professional Quantity Surveyor
Develop effective and efficient self directed study skills including working as part of a team
Demonstrate an understanding of the Liaison Committee Guidance Notes (Code of Practice for Tendering & Contractual Matters 2018)
Demonstrate an understanding of the Irish planning permission system and local authority development plans.