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Cost Estimation of a Construction project

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IRA0603
Type: Compulsory / Professional Studies
Curriculum: I-RT 2007
Level: Bachelor of Engineering
Year of Study: 3 (2009-2010)
Credits: 3 cr
Responsible Teacher: Laaja, Martti
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Courses During the Academic Year 2009-2010

Impl.Group(s)Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
4I-RT-4V2009-08-24 – 2009-12-19Minna UimonenFinnish2009-08-14 – 2009-09-06
5I-RT-3N2009-10-26 – 2009-12-19Minna UimonenFinnish2009-10-05 – 2009-11-01

Learning Outcomes

The student will learn terms and basic methods used in cost estimating and pricing construction projects.

Contents

Cost formation, nomenclature systems, cost estimation methods, cost estimation during design or construction. Quantity takeoff, using standards, databases and specifications; and determining the work crews required to execute the job. In addition, some topics will include explanation of the construction methods involved. Target cost method. Additional work estimation and pricing and disturbance effect. Defining the bid.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Rakennushankkeen kustannushallinta, Ratu-julkaisu.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lecturers and project work: cost estimate of a project

Assessment Methods

Exercises and exam.


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