CE-591 COST ENGINEERING AND CONTROL

COURSE SYLLABUS
FALL 2015 (WEEKEND PROGRAM)
INSTRUCTOR
Farrukh Arif, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor,
Department of Civil Engineering, NED UET.
Phone: 99052277
E-mail: farrukharif@gmail.com
Office Hours: Tuesdays/Thursdays 4:00 5:00 PM (preferable by email appointment)
URL: https://www.dropbox.com/s/u6b0wdvwyh4dz07/Farrukh%20Arif_Resume.pdf?dl=0
Time: Sundays 10:00 am 1:00 pm

CATALOG DESCRIPTION
Introduction to Cost Engineering; Cost Estimating: Estimate Accuracy; Estimate Approaches/Classes; Estimating
Methods; Computerized Estimating; Labor Productivity Analysis; Equipment Unit Cost Estimation; Indirect Costs;
Data Collection and Management; Activity Unit Price Estimation based on Field Data; Estimate Coding and
Documentations; Predicting Future Escalation; Contingency; Application of computer software to rigorous
exercises in construction estimating. Cost Control: Introduction to Cost Control; Role of Cost Control Engineer;
Cost Control during Various Project Phases; Project Changes; Subcontract Development, Administration and
Control; Cost Control during Construction; Monthly Cost Report and Cost Control Meetings; Computer
Applications; The Cost of Cost Control; Control of Bulk Materials; Case Studies.
SUMMARY
The course investigates the principal theories and techniques regarding the cost, engineering analysis and control that
have a significant importance in the construction industry projects. It will help students develop skills for making
decisions regarding situations that are likely to be observed in professional practice. A series of individual graded
assignments on specific topics and exams will be required for sessional work in addition to final exam.
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE

To have a clear understanding of the issues involved in construction cost engineering and analysis.
To learn the principles and basic concepts of construction cost control.
To learn different emerging techniques in construction cost analysis and control.

TEXTBOOK(S) AND/OR OTHER MATERIAL

No textbook is needed for this course. Reference/Reading materials will be provided as needed.
ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT
Acts of academic misconduct, e.g., cheating, plagiarism, misrepresentation, etc., will not be tolerated. A student found
to be engaging in such behavior will be charged with academic misconduct according to the Universitys procedures.

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COURSE OUTLINE
FALL 2015 (WEEKEND PROGRAM)
WEEK

DATE

DISCUSSION TOPICS FOR THE WEEK

August 09

Syllabus/ Schedule review

Introduction to Cost Engineering
Difference between cost estimating and cost analysis and control

August 16

Labor Productivity and Analysis

August 23

Material Resources and Analysis

August 30

Forecasting

September 06

Escalation
TERM PROJECT ASSIGNED

September 13

Contingency

September 20

MID-TERM EXAM

September 27

Introduction to Cost Control

October 04

Cost Control during Conceptual Engineering

10

October 11

Cost Control during Detailed Engineering: Engineering Costs

11

October 18

Cost Control during Detailed Engineering: Bulk Materials

12

October 25

Project Changes

13

November 01

Cost Control during Construction: Forecasting Direct Field Labor

14

November 08

Cost Control during Construction: Other Items

15

November 15

The Monthly Cost Report and Cost Control Meetings

The Cost of Cost Control

16

November 22

TERM PROJECT SUBMISSION PRESENTATIONS

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COURSE SYLLABUS
FALL 2015 (WEEKEND PROGRAM)
LECTURES
The detailed list of lecture topics is contained in the Course Schedule. The lectures provide the conceptual
framework for the course and the student is expected to have a good understanding of the lecture and reading
materials, whether they are present in the class or not.
EXAMS
There are two (2) exams in the course i.e. mid-term and final exam. The exams will test the individual student's
understanding of some of the principal concepts covered in the course. The exams cover material discussed in the
lectures and in the assigned readings up to the time of the exam. No absences will be excused on the days of
exams.
TERM PROJECT
A term project will be assigned to the students individually. The project will require the implementation of the
knowledge gain through the course lectures and assigned readings in a practical case scenario. The details regarding
the project will be discussed later during the semester.
ASSIGNMENTS
Homework may be assigned during the lectures. Professional presentation, good organization, and proper
documentation are very important components of the homework assignment grade. Late submissions will not be
accepted.
GRADING
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Final Exam
Mid-Term Exam
Term Project
Assignments
Total

60%
10%
20%
10%
100%

All grades will be determined pursuant to the following point values: (See Masters Prospectus)

RIGHT TO REVISE
The instructor reserves the right to make revisions to any item in this syllabus, including, but not limited to any of
the items mentioned in the notes above.

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