Construction Procurement and Project Costs Quiz
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In the construction industry, what does procurement refer to?

  • The processes of maintaining and repairing existing buildings
  • The processes and procedures involved in acquiring an asset (building) (correct)
  • The processes of designing and constructing a new project
  • The processes of marketing and selling construction materials

    • Who typically performs the role of a 'procurement manager' in the built environment?

  • Government regulatory bodies ensuring compliance with procurement regulations
  • Various actors within the project such as clients, project managers, and specialist consultants (correct)
  • Architects and engineers involved in the design phase of the project
  • General contractors responsible for overseeing the construction process

    • What does the text suggest about procurement in the built environment?

  • It has evolved into a distinct discipline or profession (correct)
  • It is solely the responsibility of construction contractors
  • It is a relatively minor aspect of project development
  • It is primarily managed by government agencies

    • What does the concept of procurement extend to, according to the text?

    <p>The purchase of anything from a small family car to a multi-million pound nuclear defence system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the role of procurement typically distributed in the construction industry?

    <p>Various actors within the project perform procurement-related tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the course EDS512: Cost Engineering?

    <p>Cost and schedule management in engineering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase does the text mention the role of a cost engineer in contractor selection?

    <p>Construction phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the cost engineering function from the design engineering function?

    <p>Focus on economic feasibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the listed course instructors for EDS512: Cost Engineering?

    <p>Engr. Prof. Anthony N. Ede, Engr. Dr. Gideon O. Bamigboye, Engr. Dr. Oluwaseun. G. Mark, Engr. Abimbola O.Odetoyan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of the EDS512: Cost Engineering course?

    <p>Two (2) hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

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