Estimation & Specification

Introduction, importance and scope. Types of specifications, Correct form and sequence of clauses for writing specifications. Study and uses of standard specifications viz; drafted by C.P.W.D. Writing detailed specifications for various building materials eg. Bricks, Aggregates (fine & coarse), Cement, Reinforcement, Timber, Glass and Paints.

Writing detailed specifications for various items of work eg. Earthwork in foundation, Cement concrete, Reinforcement cement concrete work, Brick work in cement mortar, Damp proof course, Wood works (door & windows), Glazing, Plastering (cement & sand), Flooring (cement concrete & tiles), Distempering (dry & oil bound), Painting on wood & iron work, Water proof cement painting, Brick bat coba terracing.

Introduction, Importance & scope. Types of Estimates – Preliminary, Plinth area, Cubical content, Approximate quantity, Detailed / Item rate method estimates. Method of Estimation – Separate / individual wall, Centre line methods of estimation.

Exercises in estimation using different methods, for small or medium size buildings.

Labour out turn and norms of consumption of basic materials. Principles of analysis of rates, Market / DSR rates of labour and materials. Exercises in rate analysis of various items of work mentioned in Module – 2.

• Introduction to P.W.D accounts procedure, measurement book, daily labour, muster roll, stores, stock, and issue of material from stock, indent form, impress account, cash book, and mode of payment. LIST OF ASSIGNMENTS 1. To study the various types of estimates. 2. To prepare detailed estimate for a small building. 3. To study the importance and correct form of writing specifications. 4. To prepare detailed specifications for various items. 5. To study the principles of analysis of rates and prepare analysis of rates for various items of work. 6. To understand the standard accounts procedure and record keeping. APPROACH
• The course would be covered through lectures and tutorials.
• The students’ seminars will help realize the grasp on the subject matter.