This module will mainly focus the learner's attention on the concept of achieving value for money in building, with a focus on cost options and solutions. Learners will develop skills in the measurement of selected building elements and will be introduced to the principles and mechanics of cost planning and preparing tenders. The module is delivered through lectures and practical/studio sessions for practical application and development of skills.

1. Measure building elements from design drawings including fireproofing materials and components (via MS Excel) .
2. Objectively identify , cost and select optimum value for money materials and design solutions .
3. Outline the typical pre-contract cost planning s tages of a construction project.
4. Prepare simple cost estimates ( via MS Excel) , identify typical building costs and building up typical unit rates .
5. Identify the stages involved in the preparation of a tender and prepare a tender report .

This module introduces students to the basic principles of land surveying. Skills required to undertake linear and levelling measurements to produce scale drawings as well as area and volume calculation techniques are developed. The module includes an introduction to total station surveying along with an introduction to Geospatial Information Systems (GIS).

1. Apply units of measurement and scale, measure and produce scale survey drawings of buildings and ground features
2. Record and reduce ground and other spot levels
3. Calculate areas and volumes associated with earthworks from site measurements, maps and drawings
4. Describe elements of GIS and u se appropriate map viewer and GIS software
5. Recognise and analyse elements of theodolite and total station surveying