Manual Practical Training 2022

CENTRE OF STUDIES FOR QUANTITY SURVEYING
FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE, PLANNING AND SURVEYING

UNVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA
40450 SHAH ALAM
MANUAL FOR PRACTICAL TRAINING

(SYLLABUS – 2022)
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Table of Contents Page
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Objectives 1
1.2 Methods of Instruction 1
1.3 Syllabus 2
2.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING ORGANISATION STRUCTURE
2.1 Coordinators 3
2.2 Visiting Lecturer 3
2.3 Students 4
3.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING PROCEDURE

3.1 Placement 4
3.2 Preparation of report 6
3.3 Assessment 6
3.4 Employer’s Appraisal 6
3.5 Summary of task 7
APPENDICES
Appendix A - Guidelines and the Preparation of Practical Training Report

Appendix B - Regulations and Conditions of Practical Training
Appendix C - Assessment Form
Appendix D - Internship Report (Employer’s Appraisal Form)
Appendix E - Guidelines for Employer
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Centre of Studies for Quantity Surveying, Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, UiTM
1.0 INTRODUCTION
This course is designed to enable students to gain insight into the practical
operation of organisations in the quantity surveying profession. The course also
enables the development of skills and to provide an opportunity to evaluate the
use of theoretical knowledge in the solution of practical problems. The aims of
this course are to encourage students to develop their own skills in solving
problems and to increase their awareness of the importance of teamwork in the
quantity surveying practice.
Students will be required to prepare reports towards the end of practical training
session. The report shall be original work of the students and able to indicate the
overall understanding of the industry working environment.
1.1 Objectives
The objectives of the Practical Training are to enable students to:
 Appreciate the current quantity surveying practices.
 Familiarize with office procedures through systematic working environment.
 Improve confidence through a systematic working approach and
communication with office staff.
 Interact with the various parties involved in the construction industry.
 Prepare a systematic technical report.
 Improve thinking skills in carrying out duties.
1.2 Methods of instruction

A brief lecture will be given to students on the tasks to be done prior to the
practical training. The coordinator shall brief the students on the following:
 Appendix A - Guidelines on the Preparation of Practical Training Report
 Appendix B - Regulations and Conditions of Practical Training.
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1.3 Syllabus
Generally, the syllabus covers topics relevant to the quantity surveying practices.
The following contents are selected which will become a task to the student.
Syllabus contents:
 General office procedures and administration
 Measurement procedures and systems
 Contract practices and procedures
 Technical support procedures and administration
 Project management practices and procedures
 Construction economics procedures and administration
1.3.1 Duration of practical training

Practical training is structured for a period of 17 weeks (equivalent to
an academic semester).
2.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING ORGANISATION STRUCTURE

The practical training organisation structure is shown in Figure 1. The
organisation is managed by two coordinators; Placement Coordinator and
Assessment Coordinator.
CENTRE OF STUDIES FOR

QUANTITY SURVEYING
Placement
Coordinators
(Appointed by Head of Programme)
Assessment
Visiting lecturer
Students
Figure 1: Practical Training Organisation Structure
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2.1 Coordinators
Coordinators are given the trust and responsibility to guide the students in
implementing their practical training. The Coordinators are appointed by
the Head of Programme with the following responsibilities:
Placement Coordinator
a) To brief students on placement of practical training.
b) To allocate students’ placement.
c) To brief students on regulations and conditions of Practical
Training.
Assessment Coordinator
a) To brief students on the practical training task and preparation of
the report.
b) To remind the students of the effects of copying, plagiarism and
similar issues.
c) To coordinate visiting schedule by lecturers.
d) To compile and finalise assessment marks from employers and
visiting lecturers.
2.2 Visiting lecturer

A lecturer, appointed by the Assessment Coordinator, shall visit the
student towards the end of practical training session.
The roles of the visiting lecturer are summarized below:-

a) Assess the report in accordance with the manual.
b) Interview the students on the task carried out.
The visiting lecturer shall carry out the tasks as per Appendix C -
Instructions to Visiting Lecturer.
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2.3 Students
Students shall plan their work and adhere to the Practical training
schedule. The guidelines to be observed by students working on their
practical training are as follows:-
a) Students shall adhere to the policy set by the firm/organisation.
b) Students are required to record their daily activities in a log book. The
log book shall be checked by the supervisor every week or once in
every two weeks.
c) At the end of the practical training, the students are required to submit
the report / special task for assessment during the visit by the visiting
lecturer.
3.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING PROCEDURE
3.1 Placement
For placement to firm/organisations, students are first required to
complete the Placement Form (Appendix D), upon which the coordinator
shall identify the placement for the students based on the following
criteria:-
 Student’s choice
 Firm/organisation shall be in proximity to the students current
address to minimize logistic problem
 Firm/organisation’s special request
The Placement Coordinator is responsible to forward the formal request

of student practical training placement to firm/organisation
Firm/organisation that is qualified to accept placement of students shall
have at least one qualified quantity surveyor.
Students shall undergo training at the specified firm or organisation only.

Any change of place of training is strictly prohibited and if there is such a
case, the students shall be required to repeat the training in the next
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semester. The students shall report to the person in-charge at the

firm/organisation on the appointed date determined by the department.
A Letter of Appreciation shall be sent to the firm/organisation upon

completion of the practical training.
Figure 2 shows the Procedures for Placement of Practical Training.
Appendix D:
Briefing on Placement Procedure  Placement Procedure
 Placement Form
Student submit Placement Form
Appendix E:
Application to Organization
for placement  Application for Placement
 Form A
NO YES
Appendix F:
Confirmation of Placement  Confirmation of Placement
 Form B
Student Undergoes Practical Appendix G:

Training
 Form C: Student Registration
Appendix H:
Appreciation letter to Organisation
 Appreciation Letter
Figure 2: Placement Procedures
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3.2 Preparation of report

Students are required to prepare reports as per Appendix A – Guidelines
for Preparation of Practical Training Report.
3.3 Assessment
Students are required to submit the tasks in the form of reports and
specific work assigned. The assessment and appraisal of the students’
performance are as follow:
 INTERNSHIP REPORT (EMPLOYER’S APPRAISAL) 60%

 PORTFOLIO/ LOG BOOK 10%
 WRITTEN REPORT 10%
 PRESENTATION/INTERVIEW 20%
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3.4 Internship Report (Employer’s Appraisal)

The employer shall assess the student’s performance during the practical
training. The assessment on student’s performance is shown in
Appendix K: Internship Report (Employer’s Appraisal Form).
Generally the assessment is based on the following aspects:

a. General Performance: attitude, mental and physical endurance,
social and communication skill, etc.
b. Technical Quantity Surveying skills smalls.
c. Trainee’s Attendance and Time Keeping.
Guidelines for Employers (Appendix L) are provided to assist the

employer in providing the practical training. Generally, the guidelines state
the scope of works which shall be covered by the student during the
practical training.
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3.5 Summary of Task

Figure 3 shows the procedures of practical training.
Placement by Placement Coordinator
Briefing by Placement and Assessment Coordinator
Student’s Registration
(Practical Training Placement)
Practical Training
Student:
 Prepares Written Report
 Fills up log book
 Fills up attendance sheet
Employer:
 Supervise student Visiting Lecturer:
 Assessment
 Complete Internship Report
(Employer’s Appraisal Form) i. Written Report
ii. Portfolio/Log Book
iii. Presentation/Interview
 Collection of Internship Report
Assessment Coordinator:
 Complete Assessment Form
End of Practical Training
Figure 3: Practical Training Procedures
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APPENDIX A

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GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION OF

PRACTICAL TRAINING REPORT
(SYLLABUS – 2022)
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APPENDIX A
GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION OF PRACTICAL TRAINING REPORT
Table of Contents Page
1.0 INTRODUCTION TO PRACTICAL TRAINING 1
1.1 Objectives 1
2.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING REPORT 1
2.1 Internship Report (Employer’s Appraisal) 2

2.2 Portfolio/Log Book 2
2.3 Written Report 2
2.4 Presentation/Interview 2
2.5 Attendance 3
3.0 FORMAT OF WRITTEN REPORT 3
4.0 SUBMISSION OF REPORT 3
ATTACHMENTS
Appendix I - Log book
Appendix II - Sample of log book entries
Appendix III - Attendance sheet

APPENDIX A
GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION OF PRACTICAL TRAINING REPORT

(These Guidelines are part of contents in the Manual for Practical Training)
1.0 INTRODUCTION TO PRACTICAL TRAINING
Practical training is structured for a period of 17 weeks where students spend on industrial
placement allowing them the opportunity to exercise their technical and managerial skills in
real situations. This shall contribute towards enhancing career knowledge and early
exposure of professional training to equate with current practice.
1.1 Objectives
Upon completion, students shall be able to:
i. Explain the standard operating procedure of the respective employers

ii. Expose themselves with the current quantity surveying practices
iii. Familiarise with office procedure through systematic working environment
iv. Improve confidence through a systematic working approach and communication with
office staff
v. Provide an opportunity for students to interact and liase with the various parties
involved in the construction team
vi. Provide an opportunity to prepare a systematic structured technical report
vii. Improve thinking skills in carrying out duties
To achieve these objectives, the practical training report shall be done in such a way
that these objectives are met, especially on the overall understanding of the industry
working environment. The report shall be original work of the student.
2.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING REPORT
Students are required to submit the tasks in the form of reports and specific works
assigned. The assessment and appraisal of the students performance are as follows:
Internship Report (Employer’s Appraisal) 60%

Portfolio/Log Book 10%
Written Report 10%
Presentation/Interview 20%
Total 100%
2.1 Internship Report (Employer’s Appraisal)
This appraisal serves as a feedback from the employers on the overall performance
of the students during practical training and will form part of the assessment.
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2.2 Portfolio/Log Book
Students are required to record their daily activities in a log book. The log book shall
be checked by the supervisor every week or once in every two weeks.
Students are required to read and understand all instructions given in the logbook
and duly fill all information required. They shall also record precisely the nature and
scope of work done and keep all entries updated, e.g. project title, scope of work
related to the project.
A sample of logbook and log book entries is attached as Appendix I and Appendix II
respectively.
2.3 Written Report
Students are required to prepare a report based on the areas which the student has
personally involved with and gained sufficient experience.The students are required to
submit two (2) areas from the following list:
TABLE 1 : AREAS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
AREA CATEGORY COVERAGE

A Pre- Construction  Covers pre - contract work on construction
in both contract and cost including on
material selection and evaluation,
requirements under Buildings Ordinance/
Regulations and other legislation.
 Drafting of specifications, preparation of

record drawings, measurement and
preparation of tender documentation,
feasibility studies and cost estimates/ cost
plan.
B Contract  The administration of construction contracts

Administration of the norm in the industry including
tendering and procurement procedures as
well as the appraisal of tenders, matters of
cost estimating, cost control and
measurement of works, project scheduling,
resource planning and control of work and
personnel, contracts valuation and
certification.
C Construction  Covers the performance of construction

Contract contracts and operations.
Operations  The preparation and review of sub-contract
tenders (finding the most suitable sub-
contractors for particular sections of work),
the measurement and pricing of construction
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work to be performed by the sub-contractors

and the day to day running of construction /
building projects.
D Cost Planning and  Covers the cost planning process during the
Quantification of construction stage including the preparation,
Construction Work issuance and implementation of the cost
plans, as well as the quantification for all
stages of the construction works.
E Post Contract Cost  Covers the costing and financial
Control management of a project and construction
works prior to final accounts.
 Student is expected to be knowledgeable in
the cost control procedures and reporting; in
particular forecasting and cash flows, the
valuing in expenditure of provisional and
prime cost sums, the expenditure of
contingencies, the carrying out of interim
valuations and variations, dealing with
claims, authentication of actual costs and
the reporting and issuance of the final
accounts.
F Construction  Covers the issues of design and
Services specification of installations of construction
related materials or equipment, with student
expected to know the role of supervision for
the compliance with relevant regulations, the
requirements necessary during inspection
and testing as well the factors and issues
arising should there alterations and/or
improvement to the initial design.
G Project  Covers the overall aspect of managing a
Management construction project with student expected
to know the issues involved in either the
development or re-development potential in
a construction project as well as
the related technical and legal implications.
 Areas of experiences include the
preparation of budgets and development
programme, the appointment of specialist
consultants, project coordination as well as
progress monitoring and budget control.
H Facilities  Covers the outsourcing buildings and
Management facilities operation and maintenance from
design, build and to management to ensure
functionality of the built environment.
As a guide, the submission of written report should comprise of the following:
a. In the Introduction, a brief description of the chosen area, role of the students in that
particular project and the area to be critically assessed;
b. Identify the critical issues in that area.
c. Discuss two (2) chosen methodology/option to solve issues and rationale for rejecting
other options available;
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d. Conclusion (impact to the industry practitioners and academician)

e. Lessons learnt and self-assessment of personal involvement in the area presented.
2.4 Presentation/Interview
Interview will be held by lecturers towards the end of practical training session to
assess their learning progress and gauge the employers comments.
The lecturer shall assess the following aspects:

 Type/quantity of job/work undertaken
 Understanding of the office procedure and Quantity Surveyor tasks
 The students learning and attitudes progress.
 Understanding of the written report.
2.5 Attendance
Students are required to give full concentration on the practical training at all time as
specified by the Coordinator. They are not allowed to ask/take any leave from the
place of training unnecessarily without permission of the firm’s supervisors.
Attendance shall be recorded in the attendance sheet provided, weekly signed and
endorsed by the firm’s supervisor. The attendance report will become a basis for the
firm’s supervisor to assess the student’s commitment on the training.
A sample of attendance sheet is given in Appendix III.
3.0 FORMAT OF WRITTEN REPORT
Students are required to prepare the reports in a systematic manner.
Students shall request from the supervisor an allocation of one hour per day for the
preparation of reports.
The format of the reports shall be as follow:
i) All reports shall be typed in double spacing, A4 size, Arial 11.

ii) The reports shall be from reliable sources;
a) Interviews with the relevant consultants and contractors.
b) Site visits.
iii) Relevant photos and figures shall be attached together with the report where
necessary.
4.0 SUBMISSION OF REPORT
A copy of the report shall be submitted to the lecturer before the assessment during
the visit. The report / special task shall be the property of the Department.
The date of the visit shall be advised by the Coordinator prior to the visit.
(approximately 2 weeks before practical training ends)
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APPENDIX I
LOG BOOK
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APPENDIX I
LOG BOOK’S ENTRIES
DATE EXACT NATURE OF WORK DONE SUPERVISOR’S REMARKS
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SAMPLE OF LOG BOOK ENTRIES
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SAMPLE OF LOG BOOK’S ENTRIES
DATE EXACT NATURE OF WORK DONE SUPERVISOR’S REMARKS
4th March Project: Cadangan Pembangunan

2022 Kompleks
Perniagaan Di Atas Sebahagian
(Friday) Lot P.T. 837,
Bandar Puncak Alam, Mukim Ijok,
Daerah Kuala Selangor, Selangor
Job: Preparation of Feasibility Study
Task: Finding Gross Floor Area (GFA) for
the Preparation of Cost Estimate
Problems:
The building is quite
complicated building with some of
design not yet finanised. Thus, a
careful measurement
has to be taken especially in
identifying the External Walls and
the Internal Walls and Partitions.
Comments:
Most of the elements are to be
measured in Floor Area Method
of estimate but some have to be
measured in Unit Method
especially when the designs of the
elements are not finalised.
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ATTENDANCE SHEET
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ATTENDANCE SHEET
Name of Student :
Name & Address of Firm/Organisation :
Dates of Practical Training : From: To:
NOTE : Student is not allowed to take any leave unless due to medical
reasons.
Attendance is compulsory. Original medical certificate shall be attached if

non attendance is due to medical reason.
Date : Signature of Supervisor :

Name of Supervisor :
Firm’s Official Stamp :
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* Attendance
 Present
X Non - Attendance
O Medical Leave
DATE MONTH ATTENDANCE REMARKS
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APPENDIX B
REGULATIONS AND CONDITIONS OF

PRACTICAL TRAINING
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REGULATIONS AND CONDITIONS OF PRACTICAL TRAINING
A. GUIDELINES FOR STUDENT
(i) Student shall commit his time, energy and effort towards his practical training
programme.
(ii) Student shall obey and abide to the instructions of practical training
supervisor for any matters pertaining to practical training.
(iii) Student shall be present at all times during office hours unless due to medical
reasons or any other unavoidable circumstances. Student is required to
inform the department’s practical training coordinator prior to his absence and
to give reasons in writing.
(iv) Student shall not divulge information of confidential of the firm/organisation

unless written approval is obtained from the firm/organisation.
(v) Student shall not damage intentionally or abuse the property of the
firm/organisation.
(vi) In cases where university at any time is required to and have paid any
expenses borne by student while undergoing the practical training, the
student shall reimburse all payments made by the university.
(vii) Student who breaches the agreement, neglects his responsibilities or

commits indisciplinary behaviour shall be subject to disciplinary action by the
Department / Faculty / University.
(viii) All regulations and conditions as a student of Universiti Teknologi MARA shall
apply during the period of practical training.
(ix) Student shall dress properly according to the office/site environment/office

dress code.
B. SUBMISSION OF REPORT
Student shall submit his practical training reports to the lecturer through online
method. The date of the visit shall be advised prior to the visit by the visiting lecturer
(approximately two weeks before practical training ends).
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ASSESSMENT FORM
BQS701 - PRACTICAL TRAINING
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ASSESSMENT FORM
BQS701 - PRACTICAL TRAINING
Trainee’s Name:
Firm’s Address:
Post Code: Tel.: Fax:
NO SUBJECT FULL MARKS MARKS

A WRITTEN REPORT
1 Internship Report (Employer’s Appraisal) 60
2 Log Book 10
3 Written Report 10
B PRESENTATION
4 Knowledge on Written Report 10
5 Understanding on Q.S. Scope of Works 10
TOTAL: 100
Comments:
Assessor’s Signature:
Name: Date:
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RUBRICS FOR WRITTEN REPORT
Item Report Scale Marks Total
AREA 1
Description of the chosen area, role of the
A students in that particular project and the 1 2 3 4 5 / 15
area to be critically assessed;
B Identify the critical issues in that area.

1 2 3 4 5 / 30
C Discuss two (2) chosen options to solve

issues and rationale for rejecting other 1 2 3 4 5 / 30
options available
Conclusion (impact to the industry
D 1 2 3 4 5 / 15
practitioners and academician)
E Lessons learnt and self-assessment of 1 2 3 4 5 / 10

personal involvement in the area presented.
TOTAL MARKS AREA 1 (a) /100
AREA 2
Description of the chosen area, role of the

A students in that particular project and the 1 2 3 4 5 / 15
area to be critically assessed;
B Identify the critical issues in that area.

1 2 3 4 5 / 30
C Discuss two (2) chosen options to solve

issues and rationale for rejecting other 1 2 3 4 5 / 30
options available
Conclusion (impact to the industry
D practitioners and academician) 1 2 3 4 5 / 15
E Lessons learnt and self-assessment of 1 2 3 4 5 / 10

personal involvement in the area presented.
TOTAL MARKS AREA 2 ( b ) /100
TOTAL MARKS AREA 1 + 2 / 200
REDUCE TO 10% %
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GRADING BASED ON THE FOLLOWING TOTAL MARKS:
For report contents item a, b, c, d, e
Scale Grade Descripti

on
5 Excellent Clearly provided and accurately
related
4 Good Clearly provided and related
3 Satisfactory Satisfactorily provided and
related
2 Fair Fairly provided and somewhat
related
1 Poor Not relevant
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APPENDIX D
INTERNSHIP REPORT
(EMPLOYER’S APPRAISAL FORM)
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INTERNSHIP REPORT (EMPLOYER’S APPRAISAL FORM)
Name of Trainee :
Name & Address of Firm/Organisation :
Tel No. :
Fax No. :
Name of Supervisor :
Guidelines to Employer
A. This form consists of 3 sections:
i. Section A - SCOPE OF WORKS

This section is to determine the scope of work assignment to students
ii. Section B - FIRM’S PERCEPTION ON THE TRAINEE
iii. Section C - TRAINEE’S ATTENDANCE AND TIME
These sections are to assess the performance of the trainee throughout the
practical training session.
Please complete all the three sections.
B. This form is to be submitted to the visiting lecturer as part of the assessment for
practical training. The date of the visit is approximately 2 weeks before practical
training ends.
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SECTION A – SCOPE OF WORKS

(This section is to determine the scope of works assigned to student)
Please tick where appropriate.
1. GENERAL OFFICE WORK
2. PRE-CONTRACT
a) Preliminary Estimate
b) Feasibility Studies
c) Data/Information Collection
(eg. Material, labour and plant cost)
d) Taking-off
e) Billing and typing
f) Application of QS aided software (BIM, CAM, CAD, etc.)
g) Proof reading for tender documentation
h) Consultant meeting
i) Tendering preparation
j) Pre Tender pricing
k) Evaluation of tender
l) Tender report
m) Prepare/review work programme
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n) Others (Please specify if any)
3. POST-CONTRACT
a) Site meeting
b) Site valuation
c) General site visit

(Work schedules and inspection)
d) Progress claim and payment
e) Consultant meeting
f) Preparation of Variation Order
g) Preparation of Financial Statement
h) Preparation of Final Account
i) Others (Please specify if any)
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SECTION B – FIRM'S PERCEPTION ON THE TRAINEE

(Section B and C is to assess the performance of the student through out the practical
training session)
Please rank accordingly
a. GENERAL
Least Most
1 Hardworking and willingness 1 2 3 4 5
2 Initiative to work and learn 1 2 3 4 5
3 Assignments carried out satisfactorily 1 2 3 4 5
4 Knowledge on assignments and work scope 1 2 3 4 5
5 Mental and physical endurances 1 2 3 4 5
6 Personality 1 2 3 4 5
7 Social and communication skills 1 2 3 4 5
8 Leadership and command 1 2 3 4 5
9 Familiarity with office procedure 1 2 3 4 5
10 Potential to be firm’s employee 1 2 3 4 5
(50 Marks)
b. TECHNICAL QS SKILL
11 Competence in QS works 1 2 3 4 5
(30 Marks)
SECTION C – TRAINEE'S ATTENDANCE AND TIME KEEPING
Late Punctual
1 Punctuality 1 2 3 4 5
2 Task completed within time frame 1 2 3 4 5
(20 Marks)
Supervisor's Signature Firm/Organisation’s Official Stamp Date
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GUIDELINES FOR EMPLOYER
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GUIDELINES FOR EMPLOYERS
A. SCOPE OF WORK FOR STUDENTS UNDERGOING PRACTICAL TRAINING
The employer is requested to provide training in areas related to general scope

of works normally offered by firm/organisation offering quantity surveying
services. The services listed below are services rendered as per Board of
Quantity Surveyor’s Malaysia’s Manual.
Basic Services
 Preparation of preliminary estimates and cost plans

 Preparation of Bills of Quantities and other tender documents
 Preparation of tender documents, tender reports and contract documents for
prime cost and provisional sum items other than those under the charge of
mechanical and electrical consultants
 Valuation of works in progress of interim valuation/certificates including
variations
 Preparation of final accounts
 Pricing of Bills of Quantities and other tender documents (for QS appointed by
contractor for projects under Turnkey or Design and Build contract)
 Attendance of pre and post contract meeting
Additional Services
Pre-Contract
 Preparation of feasibility studies including income/expenditure cash flow
 Preparation of Documents and Reports for Pre-qualification of contractors
 Assisting in preparation of tender for projects under Turnkey or Design and Build
 Pricing of Bills of Quantities for Negotiated Tender
 Preparation of Cost Analysis based on Accepted Contract Sum
 Preparation of Tender Price Index based on Accepted Contract Sum
Post-Contract
 Pricing Bills of Quantities or pricing and agreeing schedule of rates
 Re-measurement of the whole or part of the building works due to re-planning of
the internal layout arising from a change of use, repositioning of the building, and
redesigning of any of the structural element in the works
 Re-measurement of Works for Contracts based on Provisional Bills of Quantities
 Preparation of Cost Analysis based on Final Contract Sum
The employer is encouraged to offer other scope of works not listed above.
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B. SUBMISSION OF ‘BORANG C’
The employer is requested to fill in ‘Borang C’ and to send the form to the Centre
of Studies for Quantity Surveying upon registration of trainee.
C. SUBMISSION OF INTERNSHIP REPORT (EMPLOYER’S APPRAISAL FORM)

The employer is requested to supervise the trainee during the practical training
session and to give assessment on his performance by completing the Internship
Report (Employer’s Appraisal Form). The form shall be collected by a visiting
lecturer toward the end of practical training session. The date for the visit shall
be advised by the lecturer prior to the visit (approximately two weeks before
practical training ends).
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CENTRE OF STUDIES FOR QUANTITY SURVEYING

FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE, PLANNING AND SURVEYING

MANUAL FOR PRACTICAL TRAINING

2.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING ORGANISATION STRUCTURE

3.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING PROCEDURE

Appendix A - Guidelines and the Preparation of Practical Training Report

1.2 Methods of instruction

1.3.1 Duration of practical training

2.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING ORGANISATION STRUCTURE

CENTRE OF STUDIES FOR

Figure 1: Practical Training Organisation Structure

2.2 Visiting lecturer

The roles of the visiting lecturer are summarized below:-

3.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING PROCEDURE

The Placement Coordinator is responsible to forward the formal request

Students shall undergo training at the specified firm or organisation only.

semester. The students shall report to the person in-charge at the

A Letter of Appreciation shall be sent to the firm/organisation upon

Figure 2 shows the Procedures for Placement of Practical Training.

Student submit Placement Form

Student Undergoes Practical Appendix G:

Figure 2: Placement Procedures

3.2 Preparation of report

 INTERNSHIP REPORT (EMPLOYER’S APPRAISAL) 60%

3.4 Internship Report (Employer’s Appraisal)

Generally the assessment is based on the following aspects:

Guidelines for Employers (Appendix L) are provided to assist the

3.5 Summary of Task

Placement by Placement Coordinator

Briefing by Placement and Assessment Coordinator

End of Practical Training

Figure 3: Practical Training Procedures

CENTRE OF STUDIES FOR QUANTITY SURVEYING

GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION OF

GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION OF PRACTICAL TRAINING REPORT

Table of Contents Page

1.0 INTRODUCTION TO PRACTICAL TRAINING 1

2.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING REPORT 1

2.1 Internship Report (Employer’s Appraisal) 2

3.0 FORMAT OF WRITTEN REPORT 3

4.0 SUBMISSION OF REPORT 3

Appendix I - Log book

Appendix II - Sample of log book entries

Appendix III - Attendance sheet

GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION OF PRACTICAL TRAINING REPORT

1.0 INTRODUCTION TO PRACTICAL TRAINING

Upon completion, students shall be able to:

i. Explain the standard operating procedure of the respective employers

2.0 PRACTICAL TRAINING REPORT

Internship Report (Employer’s Appraisal) 60%

2.1 Internship Report (Employer’s Appraisal)

2.2 Portfolio/Log Book

2.3 Written Report

TABLE 1 : AREAS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

AREA CATEGORY COVERAGE

 Drafting of specifications, preparation of

B Contract  The administration of construction contracts

C Construction  Covers the performance of construction

work to be performed by the sub-contractors

As a guide, the submission of written report should comprise of the following: