Unit Synopsis
Construction Measurement is the measurement and quantification for cost planning and documentation of building works and associated civil engineering works. In this unit, you will learn how to measure, quantify and cost construction work including civil engineering works associated with buildings. You will be referring to Australian Standard Method of Measurement (ASMM) of Building Works as a uniform basis for the measurement of building works. With the comprehensive knowledge of measurement, you will then gain in-depth knowledge of unit rate estimating and project pricing associated with the acquisition of materials and labour on building and construction sites. Having fundamental knowledge, you will then be directed to software to perform 2D and 3D electronic measurement and estimating associated with Computer Aided Design (CAD). You will be introduced to architectural and project coordination software to signify the integral part of cost planning in a construction project.
Details
| Level | Postgraduate |
|---|---|
| Unit Level | 9 |
| Credit Points | 6 |
| Student Contribution Band | SCA Band 2 |
| Fraction of Full-Time Student Load | 0.125 |
| Pre-requisites or Co-requisites |
Prerequisite: Construction Technology Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework). |
| Class Timetable | View Unit Timetable |
| Residential School | No Residential School |
Unit Availabilities from Term 1 - 2026
Attendance Requirements
All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes - in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Postgraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Assessment Tasks
| Assessment Task | Weighting |
|---|---|
| 1. Written Assessment | 25% |
| 2. Laboratory/Practical | 40% |
| 3. Case Study | 35% |
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of ‘pass’ in order to pass the unit. If any ‘pass/fail’ tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully (‘pass’ grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the ‘assessment task’ section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%).
Past Exams
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Feedback, Recommendations and Responses
Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.
Source: Student Feedback Self Reflection
Students value the inclusion of real-world examples in the unit, as this helps bridge theoretical concepts with professional practice and enhances engagement and understanding.
It is recommended that real-world examples continue to be integrated throughout lectures and assessments. Incorporating case studies, industry scenarios, or guest insights where possible would further strengthen connections between learning, practical applications, and professional contexts.
The recommendation has been implemented by incorporating real-world examples, industry scenarios, and practical applications throughout the unit. These examples have helped students connect theoretical concepts to construction measurement practice and have improved engagement and understanding. The positive unit evaluation results in 2026 T1, particularly in the areas of useful knowledge and skills, unit relevance, and overall satisfaction, indicate that this approach has been effective.
Source: Student Feedback
Students requested more hands-on practice during lectures to actively apply concepts and reinforce learning through practical exercises.
It is recommended that additional in-class exercises and interactive activities be incorporated to provide students with opportunities to apply key concepts. Problem-solving tasks and collaborative group work could be included to enhance engagement and consolidate understanding.
The recommendation has been implemented by adding in-class exercises, practical problem-solving activities, and opportunities for students to apply concepts during lectures. These activities have given students more opportunities to reinforce their understanding through practice and active participation. The improvement in the 2026 T1 evaluation results across key learning measures suggests these changes have positively affected the student learning experience.
Source: Student Feedback Self Reflection
Students suggested the inclusion of incentives to encourage active attendance and engagement during lectures, ensuring they are both physically present and mentally involved.
It is recommended that strategies be introduced to motivate active participation, such as brief participation-based tasks. These approaches can increase engagement, reinforce learning, and encourage consistent attendance.
The recommendation has been implemented by introducing short, participation-based activities and interactive tasks during lectures to encourage students to engage actively with the unit content. These activities have supported more consistent participation and helped students remain engaged throughout the learning sessions. The improved evaluation results in 2026 T1, including increased overall satisfaction and positive ratings for useful knowledge and skills, provide evidence that these strategies have contributed to a more positive learning experience.
Source: Student Feedback
Students valued the unit's practical, project-based structure and suggested that exposure to real construction projects would further deepen their understanding. In particular, students identified site visits as a useful opportunity to see how construction measurement concepts are applied in practice and to strengthen the connection between classroom learning and industry activities.
Where feasible, incorporate one or more site visits or virtual site-based activities related to construction measurement. These activities could be linked directly to the unit project and assessment tasks, allowing students to observe construction elements, drawings, quantities, and measurement practices in a real-world context.
In Progress
Source: Student Feedback
While students generally found the explanations clear and appreciated the approachable teaching style, some students requested greater access to technical resources and more detailed discussions beyond the core presentation material. Students particularly valued the terminology explanations and the use of simple language to make concepts easier to understand.
Enhance the existing learning materials by incorporating additional technical resources, worked examples, industry references, and more detailed explanations of key concepts. Classes can also include more discussion of how to apply these concepts to construction projects, while maintaining the clear, accessible approach that students have responded positively to.
In Progress
Source: Student Feedback
Students appreciated the unit's clear, accessible delivery, while some indicated that more class time would help with more detailed explanations of practical construction measurement concepts. In particular, students requested further explanation of construction drawings, on-site terminology, quantity measurement terms, and practical aspects of measurement used in areas such as roofing calculations.
Provide additional explanations and worked examples focusing on on-site terminology and practical construction measurement processes. Introduce key terms and measurement concepts alongside relevant drawings, practical examples, and worked calculations to help students become familiar with industry terminology and apply measurement concepts more confidently in practical situations.
In Progress
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- Critically analyse and describe the standard method of measurement for various building components
- Evaluate construction measurement and estimate software to select the most appropriate package for a given construction type
- Reflect, critically evaluate and integrate technology and measurement to cost construction projects.
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