General Information
This subject provides students with the ability to estimate building projects. Students will be able to undertake simple building estimates and will also be able to conduct cost planning assignments. Students are introduced to the concepts of value engineering and management. Students will use a range of techniques and case studies.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Society & Design Subject code: SSUD71-312 Subject title: Early Estimating and Cost Planning Subject level: Postgraduate Semester/Year: September 2024 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Intensive Workload items: - Workshop: x2 (Total hours: 12) - Workshop 1
- Workshop: x2 (Total hours: 12) - Workshop 2
- Workshop: x2 (Total hours: 12) - Workshop 3
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 84) - Recommended Study Hours
Attendance and learning activities: As successful completion of this subject is heavily dependent on participation during all scheduled sessions, attendance will be monitored. Most sessions build on the content of the previous one. It is difficult for a student to recover if a session is missed. It is the responsibility of the student to catch up on any content missed and to complete set work outside class. It is also necessary for students to engage proactively and contribute positively in discussions, analyses and case studies. The assessments are an important part of developing the knowledge and understanding required to fulfil the minimum requirements of this subject. In addition to the face-to-face contact time, students should plan to spend a minimum of 84 hours undertaking preparation/out of class work/personal study for this subject. This is intended as a general guide only for workload planning. More time may be required depending on the student's comprehension of the content delivered in class and aptitude for the subject. Please note that subsequent subjects assume the student has a full understanding of this subject - this content will not be repeated. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: Books
- Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (2022). Australian cost management manual. 3rd, Canberra, A.C.T. Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors
- Jim Smith; David Jaggar; Peter Love and Alfred Olatunje (2016). Building Cost Planning for the Design Team. 3rd, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, UK Routledge 374
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Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student.
To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Society & Design |
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| Subject code: | SSUD71-312 |
| Subject title: | Early Estimating and Cost Planning |
| Subject level: | Postgraduate |
| Semester/Year: | September 2024 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Intensive |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | As successful completion of this subject is heavily dependent on participation during all scheduled sessions, attendance will be monitored. Most sessions build on the content of the previous one. It is difficult for a student to recover if a session is missed. It is the responsibility of the student to catch up on any content missed and to complete set work outside class. It is also necessary for students to engage proactively and contribute positively in discussions, analyses and case studies. The assessments are an important part of developing the knowledge and understanding required to fulfil the minimum requirements of this subject. In addition to the face-to-face contact time, students should plan to spend a minimum of 84 hours undertaking preparation/out of class work/personal study for this subject. This is intended as a general guide only for workload planning. More time may be required depending on the student's comprehension of the content delivered in class and aptitude for the subject. Please note that subsequent subjects assume the student has a full understanding of this subject - this content will not be repeated. |
| Prescribed resources: | Books
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
| Requisites: |
Pre-requisites:Co-requisites:There are no co-requisites |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Apply and critically analyse standard cost planning techniques during the design process and in early stage feasibility studies.
- Demonstrate the process of construction cost forecasting in theory and practice as it applies to complex construction projects.
- Integrate and synthesise cost plans into a developer’s feasibility study to test and assess the viability of a complex construction project.
- Demonstrate the importance of whole life costing, value management and sustainability in the design economics of a complex construction project.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Paper-based Examination (Closed) End of semester examination 50.00% Final Examination Period 1,2,3,4 Written Report§ Prepare a cost plan for a given project 25.00% Week 5 1,2,3 Written Report§ Feasibility Study and Life Cycle Costing considerations of proposed project. 25.00% Week 9 2,3,4 - § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Paper-based Examination (Closed) | End of semester examination | 50.00% | Final Examination Period | 1,2,3,4 |
| Written Report§ | Prepare a cost plan for a given project | 25.00% | Week 5 | 1,2,3 |
| Written Report§ | Feasibility Study and Life Cycle Costing considerations of proposed project. | 25.00% | Week 9 | 2,3,4 |
- § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A student who has not established a basis for an extension in compliance with University and Faculty policy either by 1) not applying before the assessment due date or 2) by having an application rejected due to failure to show a justifiable cause for an extension, will receive a penalty on assessment submitted after its due date. The penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment for every day late, with the first day counted after the required submission time has passed. No assessment will be accepted for consideration seven calendar days after the due date. Where a student has been granted an extension, the late penalty starts from the new due date and time set out in the extension.
Academic Integrity
Bond University‘s Student Code of Conduct Policy , Student Charter, Academic Integrity Policy and our Graduate Attributes guide expectations regarding student behaviour, their rights and responsibilities. Information on these topics can be found on our Academic Integrity webpage recognising that academic integrity involves demonstrating the principles of integrity (honesty, fairness, trust, professionalism, courage, responsibility, and respect) in words and actions across all aspects of academic endeavour.
Staff are required to report suspected misconduct. This includes all types of plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication or falsification of data/content or other misconduct relating to assessment such as the falsification of medical certificates for assessment extensions. The longer term personal, social and financial consequences of misconduct can be severe, so please ask for help if you are unsure.
If your work is subject to an inquiry, you will be given an opportunity to respond and appropriate support will be provided. Academic work under inquiry will not be marked until the process has concluded. Penalties for misconduct include a warning, reduced grade, a requirement to repeat the assessment, suspension or expulsion from the University.
Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students according to the requirements of the Assessment Procedure Schedule A - Assessment Communication Procedure.
Whilst in most cases feedback should be provided within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, the Procedure should be checked if the assessment is linked to others or if the subject is a non-standard (e.g., intensive) subject.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
Support is available to students where a physical, mental or neurological condition exists that would impact the student’s capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks. For effective support, special requirement needs should be arranged with the University in advance of or at the start of each semester, or, for acute conditions, as soon as practicable after the condition arises. Reasonable adjustments are not guaranteed where applications are submitted late in the semester (for example, when lodged just prior to critical assessment and examination dates).
As outlined in the Accessibility and Inclusion Policy, to qualify for support, students must meet certain criteria. Students are also required to meet with the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisor who will ensure that reasonable adjustments are afforded to qualifying students.
For more information and to apply online, visit BondAbility.
Additional subject information
Subject curriculum
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Introduction to subject, content and assessment
Construction Industry Characteristics.
SLOs included
- Demonstrate the process of construction cost forecasting in theory and practice as it applies to complex construction projects.
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Design economics.
Functional, technical, shape of buildings.
SLOs included
- Demonstrate the process of construction cost forecasting in theory and practice as it applies to complex construction projects.
- Demonstrate the importance of whole life costing, value management and sustainability in the design economics of a complex construction project.
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Design Economics and sustainability
Aesthetic, financial, environmental.
SLOs included
- Demonstrate the process of construction cost forecasting in theory and practice as it applies to complex construction projects.
- Demonstrate the importance of whole life costing, value management and sustainability in the design economics of a complex construction project.
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Principles and Purpose of Cost Planning and Cost Control
Fundamentals. Stages of cost planning process.
SLOs included
- Apply and critically analyse standard cost planning techniques during the design process and in early stage feasibility studies.
- Demonstrate the process of construction cost forecasting in theory and practice as it applies to complex construction projects.
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Cost Planning in Action
Briefing and Outline Proposals Stage.
SLOs included
- Apply and critically analyse standard cost planning techniques during the design process and in early stage feasibility studies.
- Demonstrate the process of construction cost forecasting in theory and practice as it applies to complex construction projects.
- Integrate and synthesise cost plans into a developer’s feasibility study to test and assess the viability of a complex construction project.
- Demonstrate the importance of whole life costing, value management and sustainability in the design economics of a complex construction project.
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Cost Modelling
Detailed proposals and Tender Documentation Stage.
SLOs included
- Apply and critically analyse standard cost planning techniques during the design process and in early stage feasibility studies.
- Demonstrate the process of construction cost forecasting in theory and practice as it applies to complex construction projects.
- Integrate and synthesise cost plans into a developer’s feasibility study to test and assess the viability of a complex construction project.
- Demonstrate the importance of whole life costing, value management and sustainability in the design economics of a complex construction project.
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Accuracy and Integration of Cost Planning
Techniques.
SLOs included
- Apply and critically analyse standard cost planning techniques during the design process and in early stage feasibility studies.
- Integrate and synthesise cost plans into a developer’s feasibility study to test and assess the viability of a complex construction project.
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Feasibility Studies
Cost and value. Development appraisal.
SLOs included
- Apply and critically analyse standard cost planning techniques during the design process and in early stage feasibility studies.
- Integrate and synthesise cost plans into a developer’s feasibility study to test and assess the viability of a complex construction project.
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Life Cycle Costing
Components and relationship to sustainability.
SLOs included
- Apply and critically analyse standard cost planning techniques during the design process and in early stage feasibility studies.
- Demonstrate the process of construction cost forecasting in theory and practice as it applies to complex construction projects.
- Integrate and synthesise cost plans into a developer’s feasibility study to test and assess the viability of a complex construction project.
- Demonstrate the importance of whole life costing, value management and sustainability in the design economics of a complex construction project.
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Value Management
Importance at design stage and application.
SLOs included
- Apply and critically analyse standard cost planning techniques during the design process and in early stage feasibility studies.
- Demonstrate the process of construction cost forecasting in theory and practice as it applies to complex construction projects.
- Integrate and synthesise cost plans into a developer’s feasibility study to test and assess the viability of a complex construction project.
- Demonstrate the importance of whole life costing, value management and sustainability in the design economics of a complex construction project.
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Issues in Cost Planning
Design to a cost; procurement.
SLOs included
- Demonstrate the process of construction cost forecasting in theory and practice as it applies to complex construction projects.
- Demonstrate the importance of whole life costing, value management and sustainability in the design economics of a complex construction project.