QSM202 Construction Measurement (2 of 4) Architectural and M&E Works Tutor-Marked Assignment Two Questions | SUSS

QSM202  Tutor-Marked Assignment Two ASSIGNMENT TWO (TMA02)  

This assignment is worth 15% of the final mark for QSM202 Construction Measurement (2 of 4) Architectural and M&E Works.  

The cut-off date for this assignment is 21 September 2025, 2355 hrs.

Question 1  

(a)  Cite the relevant SMM clauses, illustrate with diagrams and examples the difference between measuring the general ceiling areas and the sides and soffit of suspended beams for: 

1. In-situ finishes 
2. Preformed tile finishes 

(Note: Answers to include the reasons for the differences in approach to measurement)  

(b)  Explain and illustrate clearly with diagrams and examples how SMM clause 11.02f and 11.02g is applied when measuring timber plates and bearing timber in relation to the provision of joint allowances.       

(Note: Student must illustrate and explain using different types of joints and timber lengths)   

Question 2  

Figures Q2.1 to Q2.3 show the plan and section of a pitch tiled roof. Apply measurement techniques to take-off quantities for the following works:  

1. Roof coverings including associate underlays 
2. Structural timber members including wall plates  
3. Fascia, barge, soffit boards and timber bearers

Specifications: 

1. Roof tiles shall be Hugenot HP 10 clay interlocking tiles with matching ridge, and eave tiles and fixed to 50 x 30 mm timber battens @ 300 mm c/c with galvanized nails.  
2. Roof tiles shall protrude from fascia board by 75 mm over the gutter. 
3. Special tiles shall be required at ridge, verges and eaves of roof.
4. All roof timber shall be keruing preserved timber. 
5. Underlay shall comprise of two layers of bitumen felt overall 12 mm thick. 
6. Roof insulation shall be 50 mm thick fibre glass with double sided sisalation foil 450 and laid on fabric mesh 3325 to underside of roof covering. 
7. Pitch of roof is laid at 45 degrees slope. 
8. The first and last rafters shall be placed at 100 mm away from the brick gable end walls and spaced at 600 mm c/c 
9. Wall plates shall be placed on eaves brick walls between gable walls 
10. Ridge board shall be 75 x 300 mm thick 
11. Fascia board shall be 275 x 30 mm thick hard board. 
12. Barge board shall be 275 x 30 mm thick hard board 
13. Eaves soffit boards shall be installed at eaves and verges and shall be painted with three coats of enamel paint. 
14. Timber vertical and horizontal bearers shall be 300 mm long and install to support soffit boards at eaves and verges. 
15. All structural timbers shall be scarfed jointed except for wall plates (lap joints). All boards shall be butt jointed. 
16. All dimensions are in millimetres unless otherwise indicated.

Figure Q2.1: Plan of Pitch Tiled Roof

Figure Q2.2: Section A-A of Pitch Tiled Roof

Question 3

(a)Cite the various SMM clauses and explain the difference between measuring metal doors and frames versus timber doors and frames.(12 marks)  
(b)Apply measurement techniques and take off quantities for the metal door shown inFigure Q3.1

Specifications: 

1. Metal door shall be 45mm thick single leaf, Hercules Tacam or other approved equivalent 4H blast resistant fire rated steel door complying with SS 332:2007

2. Hardware shall be proprietary Tacam multi point lockset, heavy duty hinges, flush bolt and door handle.

Figure Q3.1: Metal Door