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MODULE 1 – Introduction to Building Estimation & Costing
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1-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Purpose & Scope – Why estimation is essential for project success.
Role of Estimators & Quantity Surveyors – Responsibilities in different project stages.
Types of Estimates – Preliminary, detailed, revised, supplementary.
Key Cost Drivers in Building Projects – Location, materials, labour, design complexity.
MODULE 2 – Site Preparation & Enabling Works
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Building-2-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Surveying & Setting Out Costs – Instruments, manpower, benchmarks.
Site Clearance & Demolition – Estimation methods, productivity rates.
Temporary Utilities – Power, water, access roads costing.
Mobilisation Costs – Site office, storage sheds, security.
MODULE 3 – Earthwork & Excavation
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3-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Excavation Methods – Manual vs mechanical cost implications.
Measurement Units & Conversion – m³, loose vs compacted volume.
Cost Estimation for Rock, Soil, and Mixed Strata.
Backfilling & Compaction Costs – Layer thickness, water sprinkling, testing.
MODULE 4 – Foundation Works – Shallow Foundations
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4-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Concrete Footings – PCC, RCC quantity and cost calculation.
Reinforcement Estimation – Bar bending schedule (BBS) preparation.
Formwork Estimation & Costing – Timber, steel, reusable formwork.
Material Wastage Allowances – Steel, concrete, shuttering.
MODULE 5 – Foundation Works – Deep Foundations
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5-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Pile Foundation Costing – Driven, bored cast-in-situ, CFA piles.
Pile Cap & Plinth Beam Estimation.
Testing & QA Costs – Pile load test, cube test, ultrasonic test.
Labour & Equipment Rates – Crawler rigs, hydraulic rigs.
MODULE 6 – Basement Construction
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6-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Basement Excavation & Retaining Structures.
Waterproofing & Drainage Estimation.
Basement Slab & Wall RCC Works.
Lighting, Ventilation & Finishing Costs.
MODULE 7 – Superstructure – Columns
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7-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
RCC Column Quantity Take-off – From structural drawings.
Reinforcement Estimation for Columns.
Formwork Costing – Circular vs rectangular columns.
Concrete Placement & Compaction Costs.
MODULE 8 – Superstructure – Beams
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8-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
RCC Beam Quantity Measurement.
Steel Estimation for Beams – Lap lengths, hooks, wastage.
Shuttering & Staging Costing.
Concrete Pouring Rates & Labour Productivity.
MODULE 9 – Superstructure – Slabs
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9-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
One-way & Two-way Slab Quantity Estimation.
Reinforcement Detailing & BBS Preparation.
Shuttering & Props Calculation.
Concrete Pouring & Finishing Costs.
MODULE 10 – Masonry Works
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10-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Brickwork Estimation – Different Bond Types.
Blockwork Estimation – Solid & Hollow Blocks.
Mortar Quantities & Costing.
Labour Productivity for Masonry Works.
MODULE 11 – Plastering & Pointing
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11-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover11-Building-Estimation-and-Costing
Internal Plaster Estimation – Different thicknesses.
External Plaster & Weatherproof Coats.
Material & Labour Cost Breakdown.
Surface Preparation & Scaffolding Costs.
MODULE 12 – Flooring & Skirting
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12-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Tile Flooring Estimation – Ceramic, porcelain, marble, granite.
Base Preparation & Adhesives Costing.
Skirting, Dado & Staircase Finishing.
Polishing, Sealing & Protection Costs.
MODULE 13 – Roofing Works
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13-Roofing-Works-Estimation-and-Costing
Flat Roof RCC Estimation – Insulation, screed.
Pitched Roof Costing – Trusses, purlins, sheets/tiles.
Waterproofing & Thermal Insulation Costs.
Drainage & Rainwater Goods Estimation.
MODULE 14 – Doors & Windows
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14-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Timber Door Estimation – Frame, shutter, hardware.
Aluminium & UPVC Windows Costing.
Glazing & Sealant Costs.
Fixing Labour Rates & Wastage.
MODULE 15 – Painting & Finishing
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15-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-Painting-and-Finishing
Primer, Putty & Painting Quantities.
Internal Emulsion & External Weather Coats.
Special Finishes – Texture, Epoxy, PU.
Scaffolding & Protection Costs.
MODULE 16 – Electrical Works
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16-Electrical-Works-Estimation-and-Costing
Conduit & Wiring Quantities.
Switchgear, DBs & Panel Boards.
Lighting Fixtures & Fan Points.
Testing & Commissioning Costs.
MODULE 17 – Plumbing & Sanitary Works
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17-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-Plumbing-and-Sanitary-Works
Water Supply Pipe Estimation – GI, CPVC, PPR.
Drainage & Sewer Line Costing.
Fixture & Fitting Costs – WC, wash basin, showers.
Testing & Disinfection Costs.
MODULE 18 – HVAC & Mechanical Works
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18-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-HVAC-and-Mechanical-Works
Ducting & Insulation Estimation.
Chillers, AHUs, FCUs Costing.
Piping & Valve Quantities.
Controls, Sensors & Balancing Costs.
MODULE 19 – Waterproofing Works
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19-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-for-Waterproofing-Works
Basement Waterproofing.
Roof & Terrace Waterproofing.
Wet Area Waterproofing – Toilets, kitchens.
Material & Labour Cost Breakdowns.
MODULE 20 – External Works
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20-External-Works-Estimation-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Compound Wall & Gates Estimation.
Paving, Kerbs & Landscaping.
Drainage & Rainwater Harvesting Costs.
Lighting & Street Furniture.
MODULE 21 – Lift & Escalator Installation
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21-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-Lift-and-Escalator-Installation
Shaft Preparation & Civil Works.
Lift Supply & Installation Costs.
Escalator/Moving Walkway Costing.
Testing & Certification Charges.
MODULE 22 – Fire Fighting & Safety Systems
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22-Fire-Fighting-and-Safety-Systems-Estimation
Hydrant & Sprinkler Systems Estimation.
Fire Alarm & Detection Costs.
Extinguishers & Signage Costs.
Testing, Commissioning & Maintenance.
MODULE 23 – Site Overheads & Preliminaries
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23-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Project Supervision & Staff Costs.
Temporary Works & Facilities.
Insurance, Bonds & Permits.
Site Utilities & Security.
MODULE 24 – Time-Related Costs
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24-Time-Related-Costs-in-Building-Estimation
Equipment Hire Rates.
Labour Overtime & Shift Costs.
Material Price Escalation.
Delay & Idle Time Costs.
MODULE 25 – Contingencies & Risk Allowances
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25-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Unforeseen Ground Conditions.
Design Changes & Variations.
Market Fluctuations in Material Prices.
Currency Exchange Risks (for imports).
MODULE 26 – BOQ Preparation
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26-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Reading & Interpreting Drawings.
Item Description & Specification Writing.
Measurement Rules – IS 1200 / NRM standards.
Bill Formatting & Coding.
MODULE 27 – Rate Analysis
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27-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Material, Labour, Equipment Split.
Productivity Norms & Crew Composition.
Overheads & Profit Margins.
Final Rate Build-up.
MODULE 28 – Interim Payment & Valuation
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28-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Measurement Sheets Preparation.
Running Account Bills (RA Bills).
Retention Money & Deductions.
Certification & Payment Release.
MODULE 29 – Final Account & Reconciliation
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29-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Comparing Estimated vs Actual Costs.
Variation Orders & Claims.
Reconciliation of Materials & Quantities.
Final Payment & Close-out Reports.
MODULE 30 – Handover & Post-Construction Costs
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30-Building-Estimation-and-Costing-From-Foundation-to-Handover
Defects Liability Period Costs.
As-built Documentation Costs.
Warranties, Guarantees & O&M Manuals.
Post-Occupancy Maintenance Budgeting.