Construction Estimating

Catalog description

PREREQUISITES: BCOM 102 Construction Graphics and Print Reading Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in MATH 023 Essentials of Algebra I, or FOUN 071 Tech Foundations II. CATALOG DESCRIPTION: Students will study fundamentals of performing construction estimates including making material quantity take-offs and labor estimates. The Construction Specifications Institute (material divisions) will be used to organize the estimating process. Emphasis is placed on interpreting plans and specifications to determine accurate material quantities and labor estimates, selection of appropriate material grades and types, and other miscellaneous cost associated with successful completion of a building project.