Construction Measurement and Estimating (ABPL90208)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Semester 2
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This subject builds on knowledge from Measurement of Building Designs (CONS20002) and Cost Management (ABPL90312). It comprises automated measurement and quantification for cost planning and documentation of commercial building works. Topics include: measurement of substructure; superstructure; reinforced concrete structures including frames, columns, beams and slabs; stair in steel and concrete; doors and windows in timber and steel including ironmongery; glazing; floor, wall and ceiling finishing; painting and decorations; measurement of mechanical and electrical installation for commercial buildings. It also addresses unit rate estimating and project pricing in depth. The subject uses 3D Building Information Model (BIM) as a platform for project pricing using CostX Software. Students will be introduced to 3D Building Information Modeling using Autodesk Revit Architecture Software or GraphiSOFT Software as well as model  analysis workflow with Solibri software.

Intended learning outcomes

Upon completion of this subject students should be able to:



  • Analyze the concepts and various issues in Building Information Modelling workflow;
  • Develop a 3D BIM for a commercial building;
  • Interrogate and analyze 3D BIM using model coordination software;
  • Extract quantities of building work items from 3D BIM using construction estimating and take off software;
  • Prepare a bill of quantities/cost plans with 3D BIM for work items using construction estimating and take off software;
  • Develop unit rate and price for measured construction works items; and
  • Understand and apply the various standards for classifying building specifications for the purpose of project pricing

Generic skills

  • Effective participation as a team member.
  • Written, verbal and visual presentation of ideas
  • Correct use of technical terminology relating to quantification of building works and cost estimating.
  • Information gathering and critical synthesis skills
  • Electronic measurement skill
  • Identification and familiarity with building components
  • Understanding of construction documentation used in residential construction.

Last updated: 2 April 2025