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HNC: Quantity Surveying SCQF Level 7

This course has been designed to provide you with the knowledge and understanding necessary to start a career in Quantity Surveying or Estimating. It is also ideal for those already working in the sector who are looking to gain a promotion. Please note: If you would like to do this course full-time, please apply on The HND Quantity Surveying.

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Level:

SCQF Level 7

Study Mode:

  • Part-time (day release)
  • Full time

Location:

  • Glenrothes

Start Date:

Duration:

  • Two years part-time (day release).

What skills will I learn?

Over the two year the following will be developed:

  • Attention to detail & Methodological skills 
  • Mathematical skills
  • Financial skills
  • Teamwork & Communications skills
  • Software skills
  • Organisational skills

What will I study?

This is a mainly theory-based course which includes the important knowledge and skills for successful employment. These are studied in the context of the practical and theoretical classes, including the following:

  • Quantitative Building Studies: Substructure & Drainage (measured as per the standard method of measurement - NRM2).
  • Quantitative Building Studies: Floors, Roofs & Concrete (measured as per the standard method of measurement - NRM2).
  • Estimating.
  • Construction Technology - Substructure.
  • Construction Technology - Domestic Construction.
  • Construction Contracts: Conditions and Procedures.
  • Quantity Surveying Practice.
  • CAD: 2D I.
  • Building Services on Large Buildings.
  • Construction Materials and Specification.

Application Information

What further study options are available?

  • HND: Quantity Surveying at the College
  • It is possible to progress to the BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying degree at one of our partner Universities from this course - see our HE and Degree Pathways guide for more information.

What career opportunities are there?

To develop your career in the following fields:
  • Quantity Surveyor 
  • Estimator
  • Project Management
  • Commercial Management 

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