QualCert International Level 3 Diploma in Quantity Surveying Practice

Learning Objectives

Principles of Quantity Surveying

• Explain the role and responsibilities of a quantity surveyor within the construction industry
• Demonstrate understanding of professional ethics and codes of conduct
• Interpret and apply relevant industry standards and regulations
• Evaluate the importance of accuracy and integrity in cost management
• Relate the role of the quantity surveyor to project success and stakeholder confidence

Construction Technology and Environmental Services

• Identify key construction methods and their applications
• Describe the properties and uses of common construction materials
• Assess the impact of environmental services on building performance
• Apply principles of sustainable construction practices
• Evaluate emerging technologies that improve efficiency and sustainability

Measurement and Estimating Techniques

• Apply standard methods of measurement to construction works
• Prepare accurate estimates and cost plans for projects
• Analyse drawings and specifications to extract quantities
• Use estimating techniques to support tendering and budgeting
• Evaluate the importance of precision in measurement and costing

Procurement and Tendering Processes

• Compare different procurement routes and their suitability for projects
• Analyse tendering procedures and documentation requirements
• Evaluate criteria for selecting appropriate contracts
• Assess the impact of procurement decisions on project outcomes
• Demonstrate understanding of fairness, transparency, and compliance in tendering

Contract Administration and Legal Framework

• Explain the principles of contract law relevant to construction projects
• Identify common forms of construction contracts and their applications
• Analyse dispute resolution methods within the industry
• Apply procedures for effective contract administration
• Evaluate the legal and ethical responsibilities of parties in construction contracts

Project Financial Control and Reporting

• Monitor and control project costs against budgets
• Prepare financial reports to support project decision-making
• Analyse variances and recommend corrective actions
• Apply techniques for forecasting project financial performance
• Evaluate the role of financial control in achieving project objectives