This module aims to develop knowledge, practice and competence relating to measurement of architectural components.

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1 MODULE DESCRIPTOR TITLE Measurement of Architectural Works MODULE CODE BTQS T0S CONFIRM LEVEL 5 CONFIRM CREDITS 1 DATE OF APPROVAL 1 17 July 01 MODULE AIM This module aims to develop knowledge, practice competence relating to measurement of architectural components. MODULE LEARNING OUTCOMES The TAR UC module delivers to the appropriate level as follows: By engaging successfully with this module a student will be able to: LO Ref Outcome 1 Measure quantities for architectural works. Write comprehensive work descriptions specifications for architectural works. 3 Produce structured Bills of Quantities for architectural works. Compile prime cost provisional sums. 5 Demonstrate competency in using computer software in preparing the Bills of Quantities for architectural works ASSESSMENT SUITABILITY Assessment is by (0%) examination (0%). The module assessment is aligned to the module aims learning outcomes. The module assessment is suitable in terms of relevance, level, challenge alignment to learning outcomes. COMMENTS REGARDING INDICATIVE CONTENT The module scope includes description writing, specification writing the application of a Stard Method of Measurement for finishes to floors, walls, ceilings, staircases, roofs, railings, balustrades, roof coverings including rainwater goods, doors windows. ANY ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS None

2 1. Name of Course Measurement of Architectural Works. Course Code BTQS01 3. Name(s) of academic staff Sr Ooi Lay Yong. Rationale for the inclusion of the course in the programme The inclusion of the course in the programme is to equip the students with sound knowledge skills in preparing the Bills of Quantities for architectural works. Course Objectives 1. To be wellversed with the principles of measurement based on Malaysian Stard Method of Measurement of Building Works, Second Edition (SMM).. To be skilful in writing description specification in preparing the Bills of Quantities for architectural works. 5.. Total Student Time (SLT) Total Student Time (SLT) L=Lecture T=Tutorial P=Practical O=Others 7. Credit Value Face to Face L T P O Total Guided Independent Total SLT Prerequisite (if any) BTQS101 Principles of Measurement 9. outcomes Upon completion of the course, students should be able to: CLO1: Measure the quantities for architectural works. (C, P3) (CTPS, EM). CLO: Write comprehensive work description specification for architectural works. (C5) (CS, CTPS, TS, EM). CLO3: Produce the structured Bills of Quantities for architectural works. (C5) (CS, CTPS, TS, EM). CLO: Demonstrate competency in using computer software in preparing the Bills of Quantities for architectural works. (C, P).

3 10. Transferable Skills: Skills how they are developed assessed, project practical experience Internship Transferable Skills How they are developed Assessment Teamwork cooperation Developed through tutorials, group presentation Analytical critical Developed through thinking skills lectures, tutorials, quiz Problemsolving skills Developed through lectures, tutorials, quiz Assessed through group based group presentation Assessed through tutorials, examination Assessed through tutorials, examination 11. Teachinglearning assessment strategy Teachinglearning strategy Lectures Tutorials Computer laboratory (Bills Production software) Group discussions Group work E Independent reading Assessment strategy Assignment Written work Laboratory report Midterm test Examination 1. Synopsis This course emphasises the principles of measurement include description writing, specification writing measurement of architectural works; all in accordance with Stard Method of Measurement of Building Works, Second Edition (SMM). It covers finishes to floors, walls, ceilings, staircases roofs, railings balustrades, roof coverings including rainwater goods, doors windows. 13. Mode of Delivery Lecture, Tutorial Practical 1. Assessment Methods Types Assessment of this course is based on: Written examination (0%) Coursework (0%) 15. Mapping of the course to the Programme Aims Course Outcomes Programme Objectives PO1 PO PO3 PO PO5 PO CLO1 CLO CLO3 CLO

4 1. Mapping of the course to the Programme Outcomes Course Outcomes Programme Outcomes PLO1 PLO PLO3 PLO PLO5 PLO PLO7 PLO8 PLO9 CLO1 CLO CLO3 CLO 17. Content outline of the course the SLT per topic Week Topic Principles of Measurement The application of measurement principles, uses of SMM preparation of Bills of Quantities specifications for: Student Time (SLT) Total Guided L T P O Independent 1 Internal finishings to floors, walls, ceilings staircases External finishings to floors, walls, ceilings, staircases roofs. 910 Roof coverings including rainwater goods. 11 Railings balustrades Doors windows including ironmongeries glazing. 9 Computer based measurement packages 11 The application of the computer software such as Binalink or Buildsoft in preparing the Bills of Quantities for architectural works. 8 Assessment: Coursework Examination Subtotal Total Total SLT 10 Subject Credit 18. Main references supporting the course 1. The Institution of Surveyors, Malaysia 000, Malaysian Stard Method of Measurement of Building Works, nd edition, ISM Malaysia.. Ooi, LY 008, BQ Phraseology for Architectural Works, JUB Contract Consultancy, Kuala Lumpur

5 Additional references supporting the course Cartlidge, D (009). Quantity Surveyor s Pocket Book, Elsevier ButterworthHeinemann. Hughes GA (1981). The Anatomy of Quantity Surveying, nd Press. edition, The Construction Lee S, Trench W & Willis A, (005). Willis s Elements of Quantity Surveying, 10 th edition, Blackwell. Lewis, JR (1975). Construction Specification, PrenticeHall. Rosen, HJ & Heineman, T (1990). Construction Specifications Writing Principles Procedures, John Willey & Sons. Rosen, HJ & Regener, JR (005). Construction Specifications Writing Principles Procedures, 5th edition, John Willey & Sons. Seeley, IH (1999). Building Quantities Explained, 5 th edition, Macmillan Press. Wilcox, C (1980). Measurement of Construction Work, nd edition, George Godwin Ltd. 19. Other additional information: Computer based measurement packages The application of the computer software such as Binalink or Buildsoft in preparing the Bills of Quantities for architectural works. CHECKED Date October 015 Reason SI correct NB. SI records assessment as 100% regardless of actual assessment strategy to enable recording of TAR UC assessment outcome.