University of Business and Technology

College of Engineering

Architectural Engineering Department

Spring Semester 2022

Arch 463 – Building Construction Engineering I

Assignment (1)

(20 points)

Dr. Jawad Alsuliman

Student Name: ———————————————-

Student ID: —————

Assignment:

Cost overrun is an unexpected change in the project budget that ends up increasing the total

project cost. There are many well-known construction projects around the world ended up with

cost overrun such as;

• Scottish Parliament,

• Wembley stadium,

• Metro Dubai,

• British Library, and

• Jubilee line (London underground)

Write 750 words about one of the mentioned projects with addressing an overview of the project

and the causes that led to cost overrun (15 points). Then prepare a power point presentation that

shows the most significant facts about your chosen project 5 points).

OBJECTIVES:

1. To demonstrate an understanding of Construction Cost Estimation basics

2. To improve research and evaluation skills.

ASSIGNMENT GUIDELINES:

• Word count is 750 words. (10% flexibility in word count is permitted). If the word counts

violate these limits there will be an automatic 10% penalty deducted from the final mark.

• Diagrams and charts are to be used when appropriate.

• The recommended text size is 12 pt and Times New Roman font. And line space should

be double.

GRADE EVALUATION

Your overall grade will reflect:

1. The quality of the information in your investigation.

2. The relevance of your information to the given scenario.

3. The detailed nature and comprehensiveness of your assignment.

4. The consistency of information in all sections.

5. The organization of the report.

ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION:

• The due date for the assignment is 25-04-2022.

• Any delay will incur a 10% penalty to be deducted from the final mark.