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MODULE 1: Introduction to Fabrication & Erection Contracting
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1.1 Overview of Fabrication & Erection Industry
1.2 Role of Contractors and Subcontractors in Steel Projects
1.3 Project Lifecycle from Tender to Execution
MODULE 2: Scope Definition and Tender Understanding
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2.1 Reading Fabrication Drawings and BOQs
2.2 Identifying Scope, Inclusions, and Exclusions
2.3 Clarifying Tender Queries and Technical Conditions
MODULE 3: Material Take-Off (MTO) from Drawings
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3.1 Structural Steel Quantity Calculation (Beams, Columns, Bracings)
3.2 Plate, Angle, and Channel Quantity Estimation
3.3 Fasteners, Bolts, and Welding Consumable Quantification
MODULE 4: Fabrication Cost Estimation
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4.1 Material Procurement Costing (Steel, Plates, Bolts)
4.2 Cutting, Drilling, and Welding Man-Hour Estimation
4.3 Overheads and Workshop Expenses Calculation
MODULE 5: Erection Cost Estimation
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5.1 Crane and Equipment Costing
5.2 Labour and Productivity Norms for Erection
5.3 Alignment, Bolting, and Final Finishing Works Costing
MODULE 6: Surface Preparation & Painting Costing
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6.1 Sandblasting and Surface Cleaning Rates
6.2 Primer and Paint Consumption Calculation
6.3 Manpower and Equipment Costing for Painting Works
MODULE 7: Welding Works & Rate Analysis
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7.1 Welding Length and Electrode Consumption Calculation
7.2 Costing of Different Welding Types (SMAW, MIG, SAW)
7.3 Quality Inspection and Rework Allowances in Estimation
MODULE 8: Manpower Planning & Productivity
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8.1 Fabrication Shop Labour Categories & Productivity Norms
8.2 Site Erection Crew Composition & Output Standards
8.3 Idle Time, Shift Planning, and Resource Optimization
MODULE 9: Machinery, Tools & Equipment Costing
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9.1 Rental vs Owned Equipment Cost Analysis
9.2 Power Tools, Gas Cutting, and Welding Set Costing
9.3 Depreciation and Maintenance Cost Consideration
MODULE 10: Transportation, Loading & Unloading Costing
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10.1 Logistics Planning and Transport Cost Calculation
10.2 Loading, Unloading, and Handling Charges Estimation
10.3 Route Survey and Safety Provisions Costing
MODULE 11: Site Setup & Mobilization Costing
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11.1 Site Office, Storage Yard, and Utilities Setup
11.2 Site Mobilization and Demobilization Cost
11.3 Temporary Structures and Safety Provisions Estimation
MODULE 12: Overheads, Contingencies & Profit Margins
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12.1 Contractor Overheads: Office, Admin & Supervision
12.2 Contingencies and Risk Allowances in Estimation
12.3 Profit Margin Strategy and Competitive Pricing
MODULE 13: Tender Preparation and Submission
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13.1 Compiling BOQ and Rate Summary Sheets
13.2 Quotation Formatting and Client Communication
13.3 Common Tender Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
MODULE 14: Cost Control during Fabrication & Erection Execution
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14.1 Cost Monitoring and Budget Control Techniques
14.2 Tracking Material, Labour, and Equipment Costs
14.3 Preventing Losses and Cost Overruns
MODULE 15: Practical Case Studies and Final Project
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15.1 Industrial Shed Project Estimation Walkthrough
15.2 Steel Structure Erection Costing Example
15.3 Contractor’s Final Bid Preparation & Review