Construction Estimating

This class will help the student to develop the necessary fundamental knowledge of the procedures, materials, equipment, and practices needed when estimating for any trade discipline and/or type of construction. The class will also provide the fundamental knowledge of construction materials & processes that utilize these materials. One trade discipline and material category, process and system is covered each week. These materials and processes are normally encountered by the student in the workplace.

This class provides a starting point for developing the mathematical skills necessary through practice and application to the construction trade. Calculations and quantities of volumes and areas will include trades such as concrete, masonry and carpentry as well as others.

The class will provide hands-on detailed estimating procedures in which students learn how to estimate the general conditions of a construction project, site work, excavation, concrete and masonry as well as other trade disciplines. This course also features hands-on estimating and quantity take off activities associated with Metals, Wood, Doors and Windows and Finishes as well as other types of materials.

This Class will run every Thursday Evening beginning on October 3rd – November 21, 2024