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Professional Development and Technical Resources



Technical Resources

Guidance. Knowledge. Support.

Explore AACE’s Core Technical Resources

Discover the full range of cost engineering resources, designed to help professionals and organizations strengthen their knowledge and processes. Our industry-leading content ensures you get the highest quality materials to succeed.

Through industry consensus and peer-reviewed documents and procedures members gain the tools they need to succeed in the field of cost engineering and project controls.
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Virtual Library: 7,000+ Peer-Reviewed Cost Engineering Articles

A collection of over 7,000 technical resources on every aspect of cost engineering and Total Cost Management®, including project controls accessible through the AACE virtual library.

 

Recommended Practices: Foundational Documents for Industry Standards

AACE recommended practices provide industry-vetted solutions, guidelines, procedures, and recommendations to ensure that your company is competitive.

 

Total Cost Management Framework: An Integrated Approach to Project, Program, and Portfolio Management

An organized, enterprise-level-framework outlining best practices for managing costs across portfolios, programs, and projects. This framework offers technical guidance that cost engineering professionals and organizations can trust to deliver accurate and repeatable results.

Professional Guidance Documents: Advanced Roadmaps & Insights

Detailed guidance to help implement technical standards and improve project outcomes. These professional guidance documents can be applied to projects of any size.

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Cost Engineering Terminology: Standardized Definitions

An industry consensus document of thousands of terms and definitions used in the field.

How AACE Technical Resources Benefit You

Strengthening Skills & Knowledge Base

Resources help build expertise, enhance professional competence, and support career development through AACE professional guidance documents and other tools.

Staying Current with Industry Standards

Ensure competitiveness through up-to-date guidance, enabling individuals to follow good practices and adapt to industry changes using the AACE body of knowledge documents as a foundation.

Enhancing Project Outcomes

Applying AACE’s peer-reviewed guidance improves planning, control, and execution for more accurate project results.

 

            
Frequently Asked Questions About AACE Technical Resources

What technical resources does AACE provide?

AACE provides the TCM Framework, recommended practices, professional guidance documents, peer-reviewed publications, and terminology references.

How do I access the virtual library?

Members can log in to browse, search, and download resources. Some introductory content may be available to non-members. 

Are these documents peer-reviewed?

Core documents are peer-reviewed to ensure accuracy, relevance, and industry applicability.

Can non-members use certain resources?

Some content is available to non-members, but full access is reserved for AACE members.

How often are new publications released?

Resources are updated regularly, adding new recommended practices and technical articles reflecting emerging trends and evolving practices.

 

Other Resources: Supplemental Technical Content

Supplemental technical resource materials including salary and demographic information, compilations of resources on a particular technical topic, the Cost Engineering journal, and more.

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Accessing & Using AACE Technical Resources


AACE technical resources are designed to be easy to access and use, whether you are a member or exploring select content as a non-member. Here’s how to get the most out of these tools:

  • Membership Access: Full access to seminal technical resources, including the TCM Framework, all recommended practices, thousands of peer-reviewed technical articles, and more.
  • Online & Downloadable: All resources are accessible digitally, allowing you to read, download, and reference materials from anywhere.
  • Quick Search: Use the virtual library to search for the information that you need. Filter by topic, type, or practice area to find what you need.
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