Course image QUS4163 Tendering and Estimating
Trimester 1
The module introduces construction contracting and contractual arrangements in the construction industry. It discusses tendering and the tendering process, including the role of the different parties involved in tendering. It further delves into the concept of estimating, application of principles of pricing to selected work items, sources of cost information; negotiating rates and budgeting
Course image QUS4161 Measurement of Building Services
Trimester 1
The module presents application of Principles of measurement & description of work to:
- Electrical installations in simple buildings, hospitals, kitchens, laboratories and multi-storied buildings
- Plumbing and drainage installations in simple buildings, hospitals, kitchens, laboratories and multi-storied buildings
- Detailed study of sections of the SMM for building works covering Building Services
Course image QUS4121 Civil Engineering construction technology
Trimester 1
The course covers an insight into Earthworks in dams and road embankments; soil stabilization for improved bearing capacity; It further briefly discussed the following civil engineering structures: retaining walls, culverts; pile foundations, underpinning, tunneling, simple bridges, culverts, including consideration of civil engineering plant and equipment. Studio exercises are conducted to help relate the learnt works to other construction works.