QSB3114 - Measurement 5

QSB3114 Measurement 5 

 Lecturers - Mr. Chee Wai Meng

                     Mr. Ramar Subramania

Objective:

 

This subject enable me to study and explore the the importance of preparation of Tender Document and the importance of the ability to work effectively with teammates to complete the assignments.Besides that it provide me a chance to investigate and explore subject knowledge on the principles of measurement of various elements.Furthermore,it enable me to develop the skill of making decision and management skills related to quantity surveying profession in the preparation of Bills of Quantities.

 

 

Learning Outcomes :

 

 

Throughout the process of learning the course of Measurement 5, I will be able to  identify the items measurable for cold water and sanitary plumbing, electrical installation and M & E works and civil engineering works.Besides that,I learn how to differentiate and explain the difference in writing up descriptions in accordance to design changes of cold water and sanitary plumbing, electrical installation and M&E works and civil engineering works.I also learn how to evaluate the relationship between specifications, drawings and Bill of Quantities in Tender Documents for cold water and sanitary plumbing , electrical installation and  M & E works and civil engineering works.
This subject also provides me a chance to prepare the measurement for cold water sanitary plumbing , electrical installation and  M & E works and civil engineering works in accordance to Standard Method of Measurement (SMM2) and Malaysian Civil Engineering Standard Method of Measurement  ( MYCESMM ). Furthermore, I understand and able to carry out the preparation of Bills of Quantities for cold water and sanitary plumbing, electrical installation and M & E works and civil engineering works. 


Module Schedule :

Week 1          Introduction to the principles of MYCESMM

                       Measurement for cold and hot water plumbing using SMM2

Week 2          Measurement for sanitary plumbing and appliances using SMM 2

Week 3          Measurement for electrical installation works using SMM2

Week 4          Measurement for HVAC works using SMM2

Week 5          Measurement of telephone trunking and cabling works using SMM2

Week 6          Measurement for Fire protection works using SMM2

Week 7          Measurement for Soil Investigation using MYCESM 

                       Measurement for Slope Stabilization works using MYCESMM

Week 8          Measurement for general earthworks , bulk excavation using 

                        MYCESMM

Week 9         Measurement for deep basement excavation using MYCESMM 

Week 10        Measurement for environmental protection, traffic management, 

                        Miscellaneous  works using MYCESMM

Week 11       Measurement for tunnels  using MYCESMM

Week 12       Measurement for railway tracks using MYCESMM

Week 13       Measurement of precast concrete works using MYCESMM

Week 14        Preparation of specification clauses for the various trades 

 

Mid-Term Test 

Objective: 

1) To enable us to understand the topic of Geotechnical Works (Reinforced Earth Wall)

2) To test how far we understand on the topic which had been taught

3) To enable us to investigate the measurement of Geotechnical Works 

 

Learning Outcome : 

1.      I may know how much I understand the topic that has been taught by the lecturer.

2.      I may know my weakness and can still find a solution to overcome before the final examination come.

3.      I may know how far I had progress.

4.      I may know whether I can finish the question within the required time.

Assignment 

 

Brief:

We are going to form a group which consists of 5 persons and we are going to prepare a complete measurement including the Bill of Quantities of the Electrical Works for the 2 storey bungalow house covering:

a) Sub-main cable from the TNB meter to the Distribution Board

b)  Final sub-circuits for the various lighting ,fan & AC points and socket outlets

c)  Electrical accessories such as switches, socket outlets d)  Any other related electrical works not included in the above 

 

Objective: 

 

1)  To extend and refine skills relating to the measurement and description of building works.

2)  To develop an awareness of the nature , content , and significance of tendering and contractual   documents

3)  To have sufficient knowledge and understanding of the Standard Method of Measurement in taking – off quantities 

4)  To develop an understanding of the principles of measurement in preparing the Bills of  Quantities and Specification writing