COURSE OUTLINE: The key element for successful execution of any project is planning, which also includes planning of equipment. Due to recent advancement in mechanization, different models of machines are available in the market for a particular job. Hence the task of selection of right machine for the right job is quite challenging for project planner. Therefore, understanding of machine capabilities is very important for optimal selection and utilization of equipment. This course provides comprehensive information on guidelines for selection of equipment, estimation of cost and productivity of various equipment and determination of optimum replacement time of equipment. Knowledge on estimation of cost of equipment is very important, as accurate information on equipment cost is needed for preparation of bids. Further, a deep insight into excavation, pile driving methods, cranes and concreting equipment is provided, the information on which is very much essential for people working in construction industry Read more