Program Duration
6 Months (Fast Track) or 12 Months (Comprehensive Program)Program Description
This program prepares students for careers in quantity surveying, construction estimating, cost control, and project management within the construction industry. Students learn how to estimate construction costs, prepare bills of quantities, manage contracts, and monitor project finances using industry-standard methods and software.
Program Objectives
Upon completion, students will be able to:
- Understand construction drawings and specifications
- Perform quantity take-offs accurately
- Prepare bills of quantities (BOQ)
- Estimate labor, materials, and equipment costs
- Apply construction measurement standards
- Use quantity surveying software tools
- Understand construction contracts and procurement
- Prepare project budgets and reports
- Apply ethical and professional practices in construction management
Admission Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- Basic mathematics skills
- Interest in construction and project management
Course Structure
MODULE 1: Introduction to Quantity Surveying
Duration: 2 Weeks
Topics
- Overview of quantity surveying
- Roles and responsibilities of a quantity surveyor
- Construction industry fundamentals
- Types of construction projects
- Ethics and professionalism
Practical Activities
- Construction terminology exercises
- Industry case studies
MODULE 2: Construction Materials and Methods
Duration: 3 Weeks
Topics
- Building materials
- Concrete works
- Masonry and structural systems
- Roofing systems
- Finishing works
- Mechanical and electrical basics
Practical Activities
- Material identification
- Site visits
- Construction method demonstrations
MODULE 3: Construction Drawings and Specifications
Duration: 4 Weeks
Topics
- Reading architectural drawings
- Structural drawings
- Mechanical and electrical drawings
- Scales and dimensions
- Construction specifications
Practical Activities
- Blueprint interpretation
- Drawing analysis exercises
MODULE 4: Measurement and Quantity Take-Off
Duration: 5 Weeks
Topics
- Principles of measurement
- Standard methods of measurement
- Taking off quantities
- Area and volume calculations
- Earthworks measurement
- Concrete and reinforcement calculations
Practical Activities
- Quantity take-off exercises
- Manual measurement practice
- Key Formula Example
MODULE 5: Cost Estimating and Pricing
Duration: 5 Weeks
Topics
- Material cost estimation
- Labor costing
- Equipment costing
- Rate analysis
- Unit pricing
- Tender pricing
Practical Activities
- Cost estimation projects
- Preparation of pricing sheets
MODULE 6: Bills of Quantities (BOQ)
Duration: 4 Weeks
Topics
- BOQ preparation
- BOQ formats
- Item descriptions
- Coding systems
- Cost summaries
Practical Activities
- Prepare a complete BOQ for sample projects
MODULE 7: Construction Contracts and Procurement
Duration: 3 Weeks
Topics
- Types of contracts
- Tendering procedures
- Procurement methods
- Contract administration
- Claims and variations
Practical Activities
- Contract document review
- Tender evaluation simulations
MODULE 8: Construction Project Cost Control
Duration: 3 Weeks
Topics
- Budgeting
- Cost monitoring
- Cash flow forecasting
- Value engineering
- Risk management
Practical Activities
- Budget preparation
- Cost tracking exercises
MODULE 9: Quantity Surveying Software Applications
Duration: 3 Weeks
Topics
- Microsoft Excel for estimating
- AutoCAD basics
- Cost X or Plan Swift introduction
- Digital quantity take-off tools
Practical Activities
- Computer-based estimating exercises
- Software simulations
MODULE 10: Workplace Safety and Professional Practice
Duration: 2 Weeks
Topics
- Construction safety regulations
- OSHA awareness
- Site safety management
- Communication skills
- Teamwork and leadership
Practical Activities
- Safety inspections
- Professional communication exercises
Industrial Attachment / Internship
Duration: 4–8 Weeks
Activities
- Construction site experience
- Estimating department attachment
- Contractor/project office exposure
- Daily logbook documentation
Assessment Methods
- Written examinations
- Practical assignments
- Quantity take-off projects
- Cost estimation projects
- Software assessments
- Final capstone project
- Internship evaluation
Required Tools and Resources
- Scientific calculator
- Measuring scale/ruler
- PPE (helmet, boots, vest)
- Laptop/computer
- Estimating software access
Career Opportunities
Graduates may work as:
- Quantity Surveyor
- Construction Estimator
- Cost Engineer
- Procurement Officer
- Contract Administrator
- Project Cost Controller
- Construction Project Assistant
Certification Awarded
- Certificate in Quantity Surveying Trade
Optional advanced pathways:
- Diploma in Quantity Surveying
- Construction Management Certification
- Professional Quantity Surveying Licensing Preparation
Suggested Christian Integration (Optional)
For a Christian trade school, integrate:
- Biblical ethics in business
- Integrity in Financial Management
- Stewardship principles
- Christian leadership and service
- Weekly devotion and mentorship sessions
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