607-124 — Construction Estimating
Teaches students the basics of construction estimating with an emphasis on quantity takeoff procedures for both detailed and conceptual estimates. Additional topics include types of estimates, types of contracts and scheduling methods. Students use spreadsheets and industry standard estimating software to prepare detailed estimates from paper working drawings and electronic model files. Emphasis on industry trends are applied throughout the course including BIM and IPD. (Prerequisite: 607-114 Structural Drafting or dean consent)