STRUCTURA ACADEMIC · DRAFT CURRICULUM PLAN
Quantity Surveying
A commercial-management pathway from construction technology and measurement through estimating, procurement, contracts, cost control and digital QS practice.
Designed forQuantity surveying, construction and civil-engineering learners building cost and commercial capability.
Plan, then publish. This research-backed structure is in draft review. Linked lessons retain their existing review status; unlinked modules are curriculum scopes, not published engineering instruction.
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Recommended prior knowledge
- Basic construction technology
- Numeracy
- Spreadsheet literacy
- Professional communication
STACKED LEARNING PATHWAY
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9 modules shown
01Stack 0 · Prior knowledgeConstruction technology for quantity surveyorsUnderstand how buildings and infrastructure are assembled so quantities, risks and costs have physical meaning.24 hoursPlan only
Core topics
- Substructure and frames
- Envelope and finishes
- Civil and building services interfaces
Learning outcomes
- Read technical information
- Relate construction methods to cost
02Stack 1 · FoundationsMeasurement and quantificationMeasure work consistently and structure quantities for pricing, procurement and control.34 hoursPlan only
Core topics
- Measurement rules
- Taking-off and descriptions
- Bills and schedules
Learning outcomes
- Produce auditable quantities
- Apply a consistent classification
03Stack 2 · Core analysisEstimating and cost planningBuild estimates from quantities, resources, benchmarks and risk while tracking the basis of cost.36 hoursPlan only
Core topics
- Rates and build-ups
- Elemental cost planning
- Risk, inflation and benchmarking
Learning outcomes
- Prepare estimates at different design stages
- Explain cost uncertainty
04Stack 2 · Core analysisProcurement and tenderingMatch procurement and tender processes to project objectives, risk allocation and market conditions.28 hoursPlan only
Core topics
- Procurement routes
- Tender documentation and evaluation
- Supply-chain strategy
Learning outcomes
- Recommend a procurement route
- Conduct a transparent tender evaluation
05Stack 3 · Applied designContract administrationOperate payment, instruction, change and completion processes within a clear contractual record.34 hoursPlan only
Core topics
- Roles and obligations
- Valuation and payment
- Change, time and completion
Learning outcomes
- Administer common contract events
- Maintain a defensible record
06Stack 3 · Applied designCommercial management and cost controlConnect commitments, value, cash flow, forecasts and final account management.30 hoursPlan only
Core topics
- Cost-value reconciliation
- Cash flow and forecasting
- Final accounts
Learning outcomes
- Report current and forecast cost
- Identify commercial action early
07Stack 4 · Advanced practiceClaims, disputes and professional practiceEvaluate entitlement, causation, records, ethics and dispute-avoidance options.26 hoursPlan only
Core topics
- Claims anatomy
- Evidence and causation
- Negotiation and dispute resolution
Learning outcomes
- Structure a claim assessment
- Apply ethical professional judgement
08Stack 4 · Advanced practiceDigital QS and life-cycle valueUse models, structured data and whole-life thinking without losing measurement and audit controls.26 hoursPlan only
Core topics
- 5D BIM and data exchange
- Automated quantities and assurance
- Life-cycle costing and carbon
Learning outcomes
- Review digital quantities
- Compare whole-life value options
09Stack 5 · IntegrationIntegrated commercial projectManage cost and commercial decisions from early estimate through tender, change and final forecast.40 hoursPlan only
Core topics
- Cost plan
- Tender and contract strategy
- Change and forecast report
Learning outcomes
- Deliver an integrated commercial plan
- Defend cost, risk and procurement decisions
RESEARCH BASIS
Curriculum sources
Used to identify recurring themes and sequence the main modules. STRUCTURA’s pathway is a synthesis, not a reproduction of any institution’s programme.
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