Unit of Study PLAN6005 Building Quantities (2026)

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Unit Snapshot

Unit type

PG Coursework Unit
Credit points

12
Faculty & College

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Placement

No

Unit description

This unit considers the fundamentals of builders' quantities and estimating. Basic understanding of the standard method of measurement. It considers techniques for determining quantities, costs, and methods of evaluating labour, materials for the tendering process, and variation costs

Unit content

1. Introduction to building quantities and measurement standards

2. Quantity take-off techniques for building components

3. Estimating portfolio development: labour, materials, and costs

4. Digital tools and market data for accurate estimating

5. Cost planning methodologies and financial decision-making

6. Evaluating accuracy, ethics, and risk in estimating practices

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Not currently available in 2026

Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

apply industry-standard measurement techniques to produce accurate quantity take-offs for selected building components.

develop an estimating portfolio that integrates labour, material, plant, and subcontractor costs using current market data and digital tools.

apply cost planning methodologies to support financial decision-making activities across project phases.

evaluate the accuracy, reliability, and ethical implications of estimating practices in relation to project risk, procurement strategy, and stakeholder expectations, along with economic factors that contribute to pricing changes.

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