Module 1

1. Pdf drawings numbers RL1, RL2 and RL3

2. Measurement procedure. Word.doc

3. A blank excel workbook is included in the materials provided for taking-off and producing the bill of quantities.

4. Example taking-off and bill of quantities, excel workbook.

5. Assignment paper.

6. Assignment model answer: taking-off and bill of quantities, excel workbook.

7. Test paper.

1. The course will give you an understanding of the principles of industry established methods to calculate the reduce level excavation requirement. How to apply these methods from drawn information to allow the taking-off of quantities. And from the take-off to preparation of the bill of quantities production.

2. Provided is a pdf drawing for the example paper together with an excel file showing the method for the taking-off and bill of quantities.

3. Three pdf drawings are provided for the assignment paper together with an excel file showing the method for the taking-off and bill of quantities.

4. Also included with the course material is a word.doc showing the measurement procedures on the dimension sheet and the BCIS (Building Cost Information Service) format for the bill of quantity elements.

5. A blank excel workbook is included in the materials provided for the taking-off and producing the bill of quantities.

1. Read and become familiar with section D20 of SMM7 and the Code of Measurement. 

2. Work through the example paper referring to the drawn information and D20 of SMM7. 

3. Attempt the assignment paper with out referring to the model answer.

4. When completed the assignment check your paper against the model answer. If necessary, refer to the documents to ensure you fully understand the paper.

5. Finally answer the test paper and email to kenhubble@hotmail.com for assessment. 

6. After completing the module and received a pass mark in the test paper the learner will receive a Certificate.

1. You will have a deepen your understanding of levels and reduce level excavation.

2. Understand the principle behind the established methods used and that simply by taking the four corners and or levels that and not set to a grid will not provide the correct answer.

3. How to calculate the reduce level excavations requirement from existing ground levels.

4. Why it is important to check scale of drawings, particularly horizontal and vertical before starting entering measurements.

5. Gained knowledge of SMM7 sections D Groundwork.

6. You will have gained an understanding and how to measure and produce a bill of quantities for the BCIS section 1A.

7. Completing this Module will strengthen your resume and highlight your commitment to professional development.