CCE102 - Material Estimating and Methods
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Subject Title
Material Estimating and Methods
Subject Description
This course is intended to guide a student through a proven method of cost estimating. This will aid the student in determining material quantities and unit cost for a complete project. This course will be of interest to those individuals wishing to learn about estimating in a commercial environment. Students will be able to utilize various documents created in the workplace. The build-up and calculations of unit costs for materials, labour and equipment will be the fundamental part of this course.
Credit Status
One credit towards the Construction Estimator Certificate
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:
1. Analyze bid documents and specifications.
2. Determine material quantities and unit costs.
3. Estimate quantities and cost of the 6 main 'General Contracting' estimating divisions.
4. Develop the total cost of a basic envelope structure.
5. Determine how the Construction Specification Institute master format divisions enhance each other.
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Prerequisite(s)
Recommended: CCE101 - Introduction to Cost Estimating. The student will require a good understanding of Word and Excel. Knowledge of construction methods and details.
Topic Outline
| 1.0 | Material Quantity Measurement | ||
| 1.1 | Describe the different function and documents served by estimating in the construction industry. | ||
| 1.2 | Apply ‘Methods of Measurement’ for basic construction items, using spreadsheet and software technology. | ||
| 2.0 | Estimating Site work and Excavation | ||
| 2.1 | Develop your estimate to the unit cost phase, applying labour and equipment factors. | ||
| 2.2 | Construct a detailed estimate of items for this division, using software programs. | ||
| 3.0 | Estimating Concrete and Masonry | ||
| 3.1 | Develop your estimate to the unit cost phase, applying labour and equipment factors. | ||
| 3.2 | Construct a detailed estimate of items for this division, using software programs. | ||
| 4.0 | Estimating Carpentry and Finishes Work | ||
| 4.1 | Develop your estimate to the unit cost phase, applying labour and equipment factors. | ||
| 4.2 | Construct a detailed estimate of items for this division, using software programs. | ||
| 5.0 | Summary Estimating and Closing the Bid | ||
| 5.1 | Summarize all sub-trade and own forces work. | ||
| 5.2 | Calculate the Overhead and Profit. Understand the impact on accuracy. | ||
| 5.3 | Explain and develop the use of ‘Assembly Unit’ estimating. | ||
Mode of Instruction
Online
This subject is delivered online. This may involve the use of digital materials and/or a text, group discussions, interaction with your instructor and online activities.
Platform: D2L/Brightspace
Prescribed Texts
Fundamentals of Construction Estimating, 4th Edition
David Pratt
Delmar Publishers Inc.
ISBN: 9781337399395
Special Instructions:
Students should have previously purchased for pre-requisite course.
Reference Material
None
Required Supplies
Excel and Word
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Grading Policyhttp://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/grading-policy.html
| A+ | 90% to 100% |
| A | 80% to 89% |
| B+ | 75% to 79% |
| B | 70% to 74% |
| C+ | 65% to 69% |
| C | 60% to 64% |
| D+ | 55% to 59% |
| D | 50% to 54% |
| F | 0% to 49% (Not a Pass) |
| OR | |
| EXC | Excellent |
| SAT | Satisfactory |
| UNSAT | Unsatisfactory |
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Modes of Evaluation
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Grading is based on the following marking scheme:
| 10% | Discussion Posts | |
| 60% | Assignments | |
| 30% | Final Exam |
The final exam for this online course is written online. No invigilation is required.
Invigilated Mid-term Exam: No exam requirement
Supplemental Exam: Not Available
The passing grade for this course is 55%.
MINIMUM PERFORMANCE FOR GRADUATION
No student will be eligible to graduate with a Seneca College certificate or diploma if, in more than 30% of the subjects required for graduation, the student has received a "D" grade.
Assignments
- Assignments are due on the date given by the instructor.
- A late penalty of 10% per day is assessed for late assignments, including those not handed in at the beginning of class when due.
- Material will not be accepted after one week following the due date and/or when the marked material is returned to students, whichever comes first.
- Assignments are to be prepared by computer.
Absenteeism and Exams
- Students who are absent for an examination due to an emergency (e.g., motor vehicle accident, hospitalization or death in the family) may provide official documentation within five days of the missed exam and be provided a deferred exam at a later date. Official documentation includes a death notice or an original doctor’s certificate identifying the date, length of time expected absence and the specific reason for the absence. Examinations missed without official documentation and approval result in a grade of zero.
- There are no deferred options for missed tests.
English Proficiency
- All written work should demonstrate the following characteristics for clarity and conciseness:
-spelling and punctuation are correct
-sentences are structured correctly
-main ideas are supported with specific, relevant examples and reasons
-work flows logically through supporting statements/paragraphs
-work is arranged in correct format (e.g., as a report, essay)
-up to 10% of the final grade may be deducted on all work if the above English competencies are not met.
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