Title

CONM1108 - Principles of Estimating

Description

Description

This course focuses on the basics of material, labor and equipment estimating. Students learn to calculate the quantities of material comprising a project. These quantities determine the primary portion of the direct costs used in a construction bid. This process is the first step in completing accurate bids for construction projects of all sizes.
API ID

Credits

4 (2/2/0)

Prerequisites

OR
OR

Competencies

  1. Prepare quantity takeoffs and estimates for multiple disciplines.
  2. Estimate general requirements.
  3. Estimate existing conditions.
  4. Estimate concrete.
  5. Estimate masonry.
  6. Estimate metals.
  7. Estimate carpentry.
  8. Estimate thermal and moisture protection.
  9. Estimate openings.
  10. Estimate finishes.
  11. Estimate specialties.
  12. Estimate furnishings.
  13. Estimate earthwork.
  14. Calculate average crew cost.
  15. Determine a labor rate for estimating crew costs.
Degrees that use this course

Degrees that use this course

Architectural Drafting
Degree:
Diploma
Students completing this program will be prepared for employment with architectural and engineering firms, contractors and various...
Location:
Wadena Campus
Credits:
33
Architectural Drafting & Design
Degree:
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
In the Architectural Drafting and Design program, students become proficient in computer-aided drafting (CAD) and the Revit building design...
Location:
Wadena Campus
Credits:
60
Construction Management
Degree:
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
The Construction Management program prepares graduates for a variety of careers in the construction industry, including management...
Location:
Moorhead Campus
Credits:
60