Analysing, description and measurement, in accordance with ARM, of basements, piling, retaining structures, underpinning, waterproofing, concrete joints and external services (water, drainage) and site works (paving's, edges, fencing, grassing, planting) and demolitions, alterations and falsework, waste water treatment construction. Measurement software will be an essential element of the learning practice in this module.

1. Analyse, describe and measure basements, piling, retaining structures, underpinning, waterproofing, concrete joints

2. Appraise, schedule, describe and measure external services – watermain with associated fittings and chambers; foul and surface water drainage

3. Inspect, schedule, describe and measure ‘siteworks’ (‘Surface Paving, Fencing and Landscaping’ as per ARM) – pavings, edgings/kerbs, fencing/boundary walling, grassing, planting

4. Demolitions and alterations – study ‘as is’ and ‘proposed work’ drawings, distinguish the relevant ‘demolition’ and ‘alteration’ work areas, describe and measure for inclusion in a Bill of Quantities in accordance with ARM4

5. Describe and measure construction of structure such as ‘waste water treatment plant’ so as to consider ‘falsework’, ‘concrete work’ and ‘reinforcement’ in the context of complex concrete building construction

This module aims at providing the learner with an understanding Civil Works involved with complex structures and Civil Engineering projects.

1. Identity and understand temporaryand false worksrequired for difficult sites and deep excavations

2. Describe substructure works required for complex buildings

3. Describe site development works for roads and footways

4. Describe drainage works for foul, storm and water supply services.

5. Describe process and structures involved in water treatment & wastewater treatment plant construction

This module details the characteristics of the property and construction industries and the factors that influence them. The module also evaluates the different investment appraisal techniques required by decision makers and the influence of Government policy on these industries.

1. Assess the different investment appraisal techniques used in the property and construction industries.

2. Examine the key stages involved in the property development process.
3. Evaluate different design variables, material choices and renewable energy sources used in sustainable construction.

4. Critically evaluate the role and effectiveness of government intervention in the construction industry.
5. Ascertain the factors that need to be considered when undertaking a cost benefit analysis.

The aim of this module is to provide the student with an understanding and appreciation of the integrated set of contractual provisions, guidance material, technical templates and procedures which cover all aspects of the delivery process of a public works project from inception to final project delivery and review.

1. Demonstrate a critical awareness of the documentation required by the Capital Works Framework when procuring a public works contract.
2. Formulate advice on the most suitable procurement route and contractual strategy to use on a particular project.
3. Apply the documentation relating to construction contracts from inception to completion of the project.
4. Identify and contrast the different tendering formats and be able to evaluate and critically appraise tender submissions based on the logical assessment of criteria.
5. Evaluate the responsibilities of the client and the different members of the design team under public works contract.

This module examines the Building Information Modelling process and its practical application to estimators/quantity surveyors.

1. Appraise the problems in the construction process requiring a BIM solution

2. Evaluate the implementation of BIM withinnational, organisational and individual contexts.

3. Appraise the processes in various standards and specifications leading to common data environments and the development of BIM execution plans.

4. Discuss the implications of Building Information Modelling on the role of the Quantity Surveyor/Estimator
5. Examine the scheduling,quantification and reading functions of various BIM authoring and review packages for the interrogation of thedata within a 3D information modelfor the purpose of cost planning and control

The aim of this module is to develop students awareness and understanding of the key characteristics associated with the effective operation of the construction firm within an ever-changing environment. The module also evaluates the areas where lean production theories can make a significant impact in construction.

1. Assess the techniques and tools available to manage risk and value throughout the development process.
2. Appreciate the potential to apply lean thinking to construction.

3. Evaluate the difference sources of finance used for construction and property development and the importance of cash flow forecasting.

4. Develop the ability to analysis whole life costing during the development and design of construction projects.

5. Critically evaluate the importance of supply chain management to the successful running of a construction project.

The module will appraise and analyse Civil Engineering-type structures and constructions and will create structured description writing and measurement practice in a cross-section of areas – 'general items', piling, bridges, retaining structures, watermains, roads, conventional buildings (associated with Civil Engineering work – ie 'pumphouse'), drainage, tunnelling, cofferdams – and will select the rules and regulations of CESMM4 and the software package 'Mudshark' in describing and measuring some/all of the work. Measurement software will be an essential element of the learning practice in this module.

1. Analysethe document CESMM and it’s application to the preparation of descriptions and measurement in the creationof a Bill of Quantities for work of a Civil Engineering nature – tabulation, coding, description classification; applying the software package ‘Mudshark’ to compliment areas of the work; describe and measure ‘general items’as they apply to a ‘given project’

2. Analyse, describe and measure bridges, piling andretaining structures in accordance with CESMM

3. Schedule work associated with watermainsand drainage; describe and measure both in accordance with the rules and regulations of CESMM

4. Assess, describe and measure roads and conventional buildings (associated with Civil Engineering work – ie ‘pumphouse’) in accordance with CESMM

5. Determine the Bill of Quantity requirements when measuringtunnelling andcofferdams – describe and measure as per CESMM for inclusion in a Bill of Quantities

The aim of the module is to enable the student to acquire a thorough understanding of contract administration of public works contracts.

1. Demonstrate a critical awarenessof the administration process of the public works contract from commencement to completion.

2. Formulate advice for the Client and the Design team with respect to cost and the financial administration of the project.
3. Explain procedures for dealing with delays and disruptions on construction projects.
4. Manage contract documentation in order to avoid potential disputes.
5. Formulate advice on the most suitable option for the procurement of Specialist Contractors.

This module is designed as a total problem-based learning experience to develop students' critical thinking, analytical, ethical and problem-solving skills required of construction professionals working in a modern, complex built environment. Quantity Surveyors will work as part of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams, involving Construction Project Managers, Interior Architects, Structural Engineers and Health & Safety Professionals, on multifaceted community-based projects while being facilitated by lecturers.

1. Demonstrate an awareness of and articulate a personal knowledge base of principles, practice and theories-in-use from cognate modules
2. Appreciate the requirement for the integration of construction professionals through teamwork in order to solve problems
3. Develop self-directed learning with respect to professional transferrable skills

4. Develop competence in active- and self-motivated tasks
5. Provide strategic and reasoned advice, including the preparation and presentation of reports with reference to cost, time, quality and buildability
6. Evaluate their decision making process

7. Synthesisein a logical and coherent manner crediblesolutions to complex multifaceted problems

8. Defend evidenced basedcourses of action

9. Reflect critically on their practice and procedure

This module requires students to propose an original research problem on a topic of relevance to the quantity surveying discipline. With the support of research theory and under the supervision of an assigned quantity surveying supervisor, students will navigate the complete research process culminating in the production of a dissertation.

1. Identify and formulate a research problem and generate related research question(s)

2. Discuss and take instruction and act upon tutor advice

3. Articulate the aims of the investigation

4. Produce a well-focused literature review

5. Apply appropriate theoretical approaches and methodology(ies)

6. Collect relevant data and analyse them in light of the research questions

7. Present findings in a coherent and logical manner

8. Synthesise relevant conclusions from the body of research and analysis

9. Present a selfcontained document in an academically acceptable manner

10. Defend the content and findings of the dissertation at an oral examination