Course
Syllabus
Fall Semester 2009
Course:
CNST 3410 8031/8032
Construction Estimating I: 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s):
CNST 3000, CNST 3160
Classroom: H 339
Class Periods: W-F 1:00 PM -2-50 PM
Text: N/A
Other Refs:
Grading Policy: Test 1-4 (3 @ 25%) Project (1@25%) –Best three grades No makeup tests will be given-Deadlines will be enforced)
Instructor Office: Room # H342
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Cell 404-886-6047
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Subject of Lecture/Lab |
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Reference(s) |
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Introduction to Quantity Surveying Why Quantity Surveying |
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2 |
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Systems of Measurements and Calculation, Standard Forms,
T/O Sheets, Blue Print |
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3 |
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Division 2: Site work: Clearing, Demolition, and Earthwork, Calculation of Cut and Fill |
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4 |
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Earthwork Calculation, Basement Problem, Other Excavation and Backfill |
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5 |
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Site Drainage, Site Utilities, Paving, Surfacing, Site Improvement, Site Furnishing and Landscaping |
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6 |
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Caisson, Pile Foundations, Site Work Review |
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7 |
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Test #1: Site work |
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8 |
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Division 3: Concrete Form work, Reinforcement, Cast in Place Concrete, Concrete Footings |
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9 |
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Slab on Grade, Cast in Place Walls, Concrete Columns |
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10 |
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Elevated Concrete Slabs, Concrete Beams, Concrete Joist |
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11 |
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Concrete Problem |
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12 |
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Test #2: Concrete Take Off |
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13 |
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Division 4: Masonry: Brick, Concrete Block, Accessories |
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14 |
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Masonry Problem Solving Session |
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15 |
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Div 5: Metals: Structural Framing: Columns, Beams, joist, decking, misc. metals |
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16 |
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Steel Take Off Problem Solving Session |
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17 |
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Review Session: Division 4-5 |
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18 |
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Test #3: Masonry-Metals |
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19 |
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Division 6: Rough and Finish Carpentry |
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20 |
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Division 7: Thermal and Moisture Protection |
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21 |
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Doors and Windows Take Off |
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22 |
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Test #4: Division 6, 7 & 8 |
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23 |
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Div 9: Floor Finishes, Wall and Ceiling Finishes, Specialties |
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24 |
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Division 11, 12, 13, 14 |
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25 |
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SI Units/Metric Conversion |
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26 |
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Test #5: Division 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 |
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27 |
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Computer Application: Assembly Take Off ----Digitizer Use |
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28 |
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Division 15: Plumbing, HVAC, Fire Protection. Division 16: Electrical Systems. Project Due. Electrical Systems |
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29 |
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Lab Review-Computer Application Class Review-Makeup Session |
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30 |
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Final Project Due-Last Day of Class |
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NOTE:
This syllabus is intended to represent the general format of the class. The
instructor may make changes if it is determined that such changes will better
suit the needs of the students.
Catalog
Description:
A study of techniques in the process of construction estimating with an
emphasis on development of the quantity survey. The completion of a
specification take-off and a quantity survey of commercial construction are
required.
Course Objectives:
Read
understand and translate construction specifications and drawings for a
commercial construction project into quantities of material, labor and
equipment, organized in a specific format to allow the preparation of a cost
estimate using the CSI cost reporting format Project: The project
consists of performing a quantity survey Div 2-14 on a commercial construction
project. Drawings will be available at the Marietta LDI located on US 41 and
the 120 Loop in the
Specific
Requirements for the Course: No Final Exam.
Plans Required: The
Fire and Emergency Headquarters Facility for
Other Class Requirements: It is a Class requirement that
each student have at all time a basic calculator, a Civil and Architectural
scale, and that each Team has their project’s blue print
Attendance Policy: Students are required to attend every class. However if they have to miss a class for any reason it is their responsibility to catch up with the class material, scheduled exam or any announcement.
· No make up test will be given.
· No Handout will be redistributed: it is the student responsibility to keep up with the covered material.
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The
student will always get the three best scores of the four scheduled exams
Project: Project
is done by a Team of 3-4 students. Student is required to choose their
teammate. Each member of the team receives the same grade on the project.
Project should be submitted on the last day of classes. A Penalty/ or a
complete rejection will be applied on any late submittal.
Project Due Date: Final
Project should be submitted no later than the Friday Following Thanksgiving
Tests: Tests will be announced in the class one
week before they are scheduled. Four tests will be given and the best three
grades will be used in computing the final grade. Grades will be returned after
10 working Days from the scheduled
exam. During a test: it is the student responsibility to be punctual: Important
information is typically covered in the first Five minutes. Each student is
expected to have his or her own: Calculator, Reference material, etc. Otherwise
won’t be accepted in the classroom.
After Grades are turned to the whole class a student has a total of 7 Calendar Days to
contest his or her grade. After a
Month from the date of the test: Exams will be thrown away.
Homeworks: After
every lecture a Class (or CSI Division) homework will be given in order to
enforce and apply the knowledge that was presented during the lecture. The
homework will be a numerical application in which student are encouraged to
work in a group in order to solve the problem. Afterwards a Class discussion
and solution will be presented.
Class Learning
Outcomes: By the end of the class Student should
have:
1.
The
ability to calculate quantities of material, labor, and equipment from
construction drawings and specifications
2.
The
ability to classify those quantities into the appropriate CSI or Work Breakdown
Structure
3.
The
ability to translate and present those quantities in a proper format to enable
the creation of a detailed cost estimate
Assessment: The
assessment of the various learning outcomes at class level will be reached
through the various Tests and Final Project :
Test
#1 will cover CSI Division 3 (Concrete)
Test
#2 will cover CSI Div 4-5 (Masonry and Steel)
Test
#3 will cover CSI Div 2 (Site Work)
Test #4 will cover CSI Div 6-7-8 (Carpentry,
Thermal and Moisture Protection, and Doors Windows and Storefront)
Final Project will cover all the above in
addition to CSI Div 9-10 and will be done in a group of 3-4 student
Grading System Student will be given
five equal opportunities to represent his/her mastering of the class material.
Historical records show that the class will typically average a 78/100 with the
following grade distribution 30% A, 40% B, 25% C and 5% D
CELL PHONE and
PERSONAL DEVICE
POLICY
The use of cell
phones/PDAs/pagers during class will not be tolerated. Turn them OFF before
entering class and they are to remain off until the class is completed.
The classroom environment will be treated the same way as if this was a
corporate meeting in a large conference room in which your boss was delivering
a presentation. He/she would not tolerate their use and a “wise” young employee
would probably shy away from their use in order to prevent their discharge from
the firm as a result of their rudeness.
Use of cell
phone/PDA/Pager/blackberry etc. during class will result in the dismissal of
the student from that particular class and the receipt of a “zero” for that
class’s particular assignment, exercise, exam, quiz, etc. The second use of the
device during class will result in the withdrawal of the student from the class
by the instructor. Withdrawal of the student by the instructor after the
official “drop date” will result in the grade of a “WF” for the student.
Signature sheet:
“I__________________ have read the Syllabus for CNST 3410. I fully understand the class requirements as well as the grading policy.
Name: ________________________________________
Signed:________________________________________
Date:__________________________________________