Section outline

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    General

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    In this module users are guided in understanding and applying the measurement principles embodied within the AAQS Standard Method of Measuring Building Work for Africa. Typical sections covered include:

    * Bulk earthworks

    * Basement excavations and lateral support systems

    * Structural Steelwork

    * Electrical Installations

    * Alterations 


    • Study Guide 5 Folder
      Students must
      Mark as done

      Users intending to undertake the examination for this module are advised that this forms the primary material which is to be covered in depth and examined

    • Prescribed Readings Folder
      Students must
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      The examination for this module assumes that the user has read all these articles which supplement the Study Guide

    • Introduction to Measurement Basics Folder
      Students must
      Mark as done

      Users intending to undertake the examination for this module are strongly urged to review all the material lodged here. It should be noted that where measurement examples are provided, these may not be in accordance with the latest version of the AAQS Standard System of Measurement, but are provided to provide a general overview of typical measurement approaches

    • Inter-User Communication Forum
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      This forum is provided for the use of Users to facilitate communication amongst them. The intention is not to provide a 'chat' function but to encourage Users to discuss issues related to the course that are of mutual interest - for example the sharing of information / views etc on an assignment. 

    • Notes and Examples Folder
      Students must
      Mark as done

      Users intending to undertake the examination for this module are strongly urged to review all the material lodged here. It should be noted that where measurement examples are provided, these may not be in accordance with the latest version of the AAQS Standard System of Measurement, but are provided to provide a general overview of typical measurement approaches

    • Advanced Measurement Assignment: Alterations
      Students must
      Mark as done

      Users intending to undertake the examination for this module are advised that the assignment experience may form part of the examination for this module. 

      You are required to measure and bill the work indicated on the attached drawings / brief specifications, utilising the AAQS Standard Method of Measuring Building Works. 

      While you may consult with other candidates and employers / mentors, the submission should reflect your own personal input. It is possible that candidates will be called upon under examination conditions, to indicate their understanding / demonstrate their competency in any aspect relating to this assignment which reflects the expected individual input. 

      This assignment contributes 50% towards the total module mark  

    • Advanced Measurement: 2024 Supplementary Exam Quiz
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      Mark as done

      This exam contributes 50% towards the final mark for this module. 

      This question paper consists of 2 questions. You are required to answer BOTH  of the questions provided. 

      Clearly mark the question number as indicated on the question sheet for each answer provided. 

      Candidates are advised to set out their work clearly, concisely and logically.

      You have 4 hours in which to complete your answers which have equal marks (25 marks each)

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    Video Lecture1: Introduction to the Module

    An introduction to this Module is provided in a Preface video which should be viewed prior to engaging with the detailed course material which can be accessed by following link https://youtu.be/AzhIx-fPkM8  Do this by highlighting this link address, copy it to your clipboard, exit to your web browser (eg Chrome), paste it into the address box and click - it will then open up from Youtube

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    Video Lecture 2: Alterations

    A lecture on principles involved in the measurement of Alterations is provided in a pre-recorded video which should be viewed prior to engaging with the detailed course material which can be accessed by following link https://youtu.be/rzVBuv1wV-E Do this by highlighting this link address, copy it to your clipboard, exit to your web browser (eg Chrome), paste it into the address box and click - it will then open up from Youtube

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    Video Lecture 3: Bulk Earthworks

    This section comprises 3 pre-recorded lecture vieos dealing with aspects of the measurement of bulk earthworks. The lectures should be viewed prior to engaging with the detailed course material and can be accessed by following the following links:

    Bulk Earthworks Introduction: https://youtu.be/LOH6KHQVxAM

    Bulk Earthwoks Documentation: https://youtu.be/dy34W-oF9EQ

    Bulk Earthworks Examples: https://youtu.be/vZQv_SsUlAo

    Do this by highlighting this link address, copy it to your clipboard, exit to your web browser (eg Chrome), paste it into the address box and click - it will then open up from Youtube

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    Video Lecture 4: Basements and Lateral Support Systems

    This section comprises 4 pre-recorded lecture vieos dealing with aspects of the measurement of basements and latweral support systems. The lectures should be viewed prior to engaging with the detailed course material and can be accessed by following the following links:

    Basements Part 1: https://youtu.be/-v7CVCvEL0Q

    Basements Part 2: https://youtu.be/P8Jws4jubls

    Basement Excavation SSM: https://youtu.be/AJ6eWTcoPdA

    Basement Example Measurement: https://youtu.be/hW3Rn6f8_YA

    Do this by highlighting this link address, copy it to your clipboard, exit to your web browser (eg Chrome), paste it into the address box and click - it will then open up from Youtube


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    Video Lecture 5: Structural Steelwork

    A lecture on principles involved in the measurement of Structural Steelwork is provided in a pre-recorded video which should be viewed prior to engaging with the detailed course material which can be accessed by following links:

    Structural Steelwork Introduction:  https://youtu.be/dJ5PgPqDDLc

    Structural Steelwork Measurement: https://youtu.be/knWMC7WrL0I

    Do this by highlighting this link address, copy it to your clipboard, exit to your web browser (eg Chrome), paste it into the address box and click - it will then open up from Youtube

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    Video Lecture 6: Electrical Installations

    A lecture on principles involved in the measurement of basic Electrical Installations is provided in a pre-recorded video which should be viewed prior to engaging with the detailed course material which can be accessed by following links:

    Electrical Installation Introduction:  https://youtu.be/4JvIlG2l0jQ

    Electrical Example Measurement: https://youtu.be/XaFsJ_JZTRk

    Do this by highlighting this link address, copy it to your clipboard, exit to your web browser (eg Chrome), paste it into the address box and click - it will then open up from Youtube