Measurement 1: Assignment 2 – Technical document
Topic: Masonry and Carpentry trade sections
Format: Preparation of Bills of Quantities
Due date:
4:00 pm Monday 11 th November 2024 (week 10)
Total marks: 100
Weighting: 20%
Total words: N/A
Learning Outcomes:
1. Understand and apply the basic principles of the measurement of building works and gain an
appreciation of its role as a basis for the financial management of building contracts.
2. Analyse standard contract documents (drawings and specifications) and extract information relevant to
the measurement and construction of the works described.
3. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles of the measurement of simple building
works.
4. Apply the rules and principles described in the Standard Method of Measurement to prepare quantities
for the measurement of building works, using industry-standard software.
Stimulus:
Prepare Bills of Quantities for Masonry and Carpentry trade sections for the “PROPOSED RESPITE
CENTRE” using CostX workbook functions.
Refer to the attached drawings for the “PROPOSED RESPITE CENTRE” RC-01 to RC-04 (4 drawings),
specification notes and schedules.
This assignment allows you to demonstrate your ability to read and understand technical drawings and
specifications, understand the ANZSMM rules and measurement conventions, and apply these to the

computerised take-off of work in particular trades 

Task descriptions:
Prepare Bill of Quantities using CostX estimating software for the TWO trade sections as listed below:
1. SECTION 12 MASONRY
2. SECTION 20 CARPENTRY
Your submission for this part will be assessed on:
• Preambles
• Complete and correct descriptions
• Waste calculations and final quantities
• Correct and efficient use of CostX
A A ssumptions
Make assumptions, if necessary, to allow you to complete the measurement. Note that repeating
information shown on the drawings or in the specification in an assumptions list is meaningless – if the
information is given, it is not an assumption. Assumptions should be recorded in the following format:
Query Assumption Basis for Assumption
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Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI)
The following instructions apply to the use of GenAI in this assessment task.
You are permitted to use AI tools to review construction methods and terminologies associated with
trade measurements, acknowledging the limitations of AI-generated information, you must analyse
the information and evaluate the sources to ensure the validity of the information. Include in the
reference list all source materials used.
For more information about AI guidelines, refer to Generative AI: Guidelines for Students, Six-Step
GAI Statement template, the Library’s LibGuide to Referencing AI Tools and AI PDF resource.
Submission:
In advance of the due date:
1. Download the drawings and task sheet.
2. Ensure access to the CostX estimating software is available.
On or before the due date:
3. Scan your completed cover sheet and query list (if applicable), print the Bills of Quantities for the
Masonry and Carpentry trade sections, and combine all the files into a single PDF. Please note that
each group member must sign and submit the cover sheet.
4. Download CostX files.
5. Name all files - CostX and PDF files (BOQs and Assumptions) - using your GROUP NUMBER, e.g.,
Group1.exf. Do not add any additional information to the file name.
6. Upload the BOQs and Assumptions (if any) on the Turnitin submission portal and CostX files on
SafeAssign.
Students requesting an extension on medical or compassionate grounds need to complete the Application
for Extension of Assessment form and submit this, along with any appropriate documentation, to the
Subject Coordinator before the due date of the assessment task.
You need to work in PAIRS for this assignment. Only one submission is required for both students,
and both students will receive the same mark. Also, please provide both students' ID numbers in
your submissions. No two submissions should be the same.
Penalties will apply to late submissions and plagiarism.