Preparation for rigorous study of mathematics. A survey of basic accounting principles underlying the description of income statement and balance sheets. The application of optimization techniques in cost engineering, simulation, break-even analysis, decision tree analysis, linear programming and forecasting techniques. Introduction to value concepts, FAST diagramming, creativity, judging ideas, value engineering job plan, information phase, creative phase, judgement phase, development phase, recommendation phase, execution phase, problem solving techniques including brain storming, check lists, morphological analysis, attribute listing, function analysis, constructibility concepts. The purpose of this course is to present advanced principles and application of computers in cost engineering.
Emphasis is placed on knowledge and database systems.
Study and application of cost engineering and analysis techniques used during preconstruction, estimating, construction and post construction phases of project development. This course should be taken in the last semester of diploma. Introduction to personal computing, computing essentials and competency, communication and connectivity, word processing, spread sheets and presentation.