Cost studies of buildings [electronic resource]
Language: eng. Publication details: Harlow Taylor and Francis Ltd 2015Edition: 6th edDescription: eBookISBN:- 9781315708867
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Book | Virtual Online | ONLINE PUBLICATION (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 159315-2001 |
Focuses on the importance of costs management during the different phases of the construction process. Looks at cost control including the history of building economics; cost data including design economics, quality factors, indices and trends; cost analysis; procurement; cost practice including development appraisal; pre-tender price estimating; cost planning; cost modelling and whole life costing. Other factors include value management, risk analysis, sustainability and carbon estimating. Each chapter features learning outcomes and self-assessment.