Course Overview:
The “Quantity Surveying for Architectural and Structural Projects” course is a specialized program designed to meet the demands of the engineering planning and execution labor market. It provides participants with the essential skills to estimate quantities with high accuracy and professionalism. This course helps engineers and technicians understand project requirements and prepare preliminary budgets effectively, contributing to project success while minimizing time and resource waste.
Course Objectives
- Master the fundamental concepts of quantity surveying in architectural and structural projects.
- Develop the ability to read and analyze technical drawings to extract accurate quantities.
- Identify the core rules used in estimating various building materials.
- Learn methods for classifying and documenting quantities for use in preliminary budgets.
- Understand the differences between quantity estimates at various project stages.
- Review practical examples from real-world projects without requiring prior experience.
- Build a solid foundation for participants to start their careers in quantity surveying and management.
Course Curriculum
Day 1: Introduction to Quantity Surveying
- The concept of quantity surveying and its significance throughout project phases.
- Types of quantities and their correlation with structural and architectural drawings.
- Tools and software utilized in quantity surveying.
- Principles of reading engineering drawings and extracting dimensions.
Day 2: Quantities for Earthworks and Concrete Works
- Estimating excavation and backfilling quantities for earthworks.
- Calculating quantities for plain and reinforced concrete of all types.
- Determining formwork quantities for structural elements.
- Theoretical case study of a small project with quantity extraction.
Day 3: Quantities for Steel Reinforcement and Finishing Materials
- Methods for calculating steel reinforcement in columns, walls, and slabs.
- Estimating brick and blockwork for internal and external walls.
- Calculating quantities for finishing materials (paints, tiling, insulation, etc.).
- Reviewing common errors encountered during these calculations.
Day 4: Quantities for Utilities and Services
- Extracting quantities for plumbing and sewage materials.
- Estimating electrical wiring and lighting fixtures.
- Calculating quantities for metal and wooden doors and windows.
- Managing quantities in multi-service projects.
Day 5: Organizing Quantities and Report Preparation
- Classifying quantities by contractor, material, or project phase.
- Professional preparation of the Bill of Quantities (BOQ).
- Utilizing results to prepare preliminary budgets.
- Comprehensive project discussion and quantity organization exercise.
