QSM202 ECA ( End-of-Course Assessment) SUSS : July Semester 2024 – Construction Measurement (2 of 4) Architectural and M&E Works, Singapore

Question 1

Interpret Figures Q1.1 and 1.2 showing a hip roof and apply measurement techniques to take off quantities for the roof coverings, associate decking, special tiles and structural timbers as specified.

Specifications:

• Roof tiles shall be 365 x 210 clay interlocking tiles with matching ridge, hip and eave tiles and fixed to 50 x 40 mm timber battens @ 300mm c/c with galvanized nails.
• Allow 75 mm for roof tiles projection beyond fascia board
• Special tiles shall be required at ridge, hip and eaves of roof. A special roof capping tile 450x450mm is required.
• Decking and underlays shall comprise of two layers of bitumen felt overall 15 mm thick, 50 mm thick fibre glass roof insulation with double sided sisalation foil 450 and laid on fabric mesh 3325 to underside of roof covering.
• Hip pitched roof is laid at 45 degrees slope.
• All roof timber shall be keruing preserved timber.
• Hip rafters shall be 200 x 75 mm thick
• All other rafters shall be 150 x 50 mm thick @ 600mm c/c.
• Fascia boards shall be of 25 mm thick plywood. The depth of Fascia board is 350 mm deep and butt jointed.
• Soffit boards at eaves shall be of 25 mm thick plasterboard and exposed surfaces shall be painted with two coats of emulsion paint.
• All other structural timber shall be scarfed jointed.
• Wall thickness is 200 mm.
• All dimensions are in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.
• Wall, wall plates and cross tie need not be measured.
• Note: Ties and wall plates need not be measured.

Figure Q1.1 – Roof Plan

Figure Q1.2 – Roof Section

Question 2

Interpret Figures Q2.1 and Q2.2 showing a floor plan and section and apply measurement techniques to take off quantities for the following works:

Specifications:

Floor Finishes

1. Ceramic floor tiles shall be 300 x 300 x 10 mm thick laid on 40 mm thick cement & sand (1:3) backing screed. Matching skirtings shall be 100 mm high x12 mm thick with rounded top & laid against 12 mm thick backing screed (1:3).

2. Parquet timber tiles shall be 20 mm thick of approved pattern and laid on 40 mm thick cement & sand (1:3) backing screed with approved adhesive. Matching skirtings shall be 75 mm high x 12 mm thick with rounded top & laid against plastered wall with an approved adhesive.

3. Stainless steel dividing strips 5 mm thick x 25 mm deep shall be provided where different finishes are laid abutting each other.

4. Column size shall be 400 x 400 mm square. All walls shall be 200 mm thick.

Figure Q2.1 – Floor Plan

Figure Q2.2 – Section

(a) Floor finishes including skirtings. Note: No skirtings in bath & toilet areas.

(b) Internal wall finishes only.

Question 3

Interpret the drawings in Figures Q3 found in the Appendix and apply measurement technique to take-off quantity of the following ACMV works under the following headings:

(a) Air Conditioning Equipment

(b) Pipework

(c) Pipework Accessories

(d) Ductwork

(e) Ductwork Accessories

Question 4

The Facilities Manager of an office building intends to add shower facilities and a mechanical ventilation fan to the existing handicapped toilet. Describe the scope of work required for the plumbing and sanitary systems, as well as the mechanical ventilation system. Also, illustrate the associated measurement rules and principles with reference to Figure Q4.

Figure Q4

Question 5

In the the midst of constructing a shopping centre, the client opted to include false ceilings in all male and female toilets. However, the mechanical and electrical (M&E) works for these toilets have already been completed. Please provide a concise breakdown of the necessary modifications to the M&E works to accommodate the installation of the false ceilings.