Class Description
This course provides an introduction to estimating practices used in the construction industry. The student will learn traditional and electronic methods for determining costs and bid preparation. Background information on materials and methods used in the construction process will be presented. The outline for the course follows the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) MasterFormat 2004 divisions.
This 24 hour course builds on the skills obtained in both Print Reading & Construction Master Pro calculator class. Participants will use blueprints and specifications to generate Manual Construction Material Takeoffs (MTO). Takeoff data will then be utilized in creating full project estimates. Topics will include Blueprints, Specifications, Construction Master Pro Calculator, Manual Material Takeoff Practices, Estimating Processes and Practices, as well as multiple estimating case studies in small groups.
Prerequisite: Print Reading class (strongly recommended)& Construction Master Pro Calculator classes prior to taking this course or have the equivalent in job experience.
*any course offered via zoom: class information on how to connect through zoom will be emailed to the member the Thursday the week before the class is scheduled. If you do not receive the email with the zoom information, make sure you check your spam/junk mail or call your local training center to verify your email.
Required Equipment
Members must have their own smart device, laptop or computer with a webcam, speakers, microphone, and ability to connect to the internet. It is recommended to have a second device as back up.
Attendance Requirements
Attendance at the first training session is mandatory. 100% attendance is required for all courses that issue Certificates or Qualifications and Apprentice mandatory training. Please be on time! Late arrivals (and early departures) are disruptive to instructors and participants. Poor attendance / disruptive behavior will result in your being dropped from a particular training session.