Principles of Construction Estimating
A basic course designed to help construction professionals develop their understanding of the material take off or quality survey process for estimating. Specific estimating methods for assemblies of materials and by trade will form the basis for the approach used in class. The course will emphasize the basic formulas for area and volume for materials measurement and how it is used in manual and computerized estimating software. Use of online plan and document bid services will supplement the class lectures and text.