Class Syllabus
For
Estimating Fundamentals
Fall Session
Instructor
James A. Beal
The following is an outline of the Estimating Fundamentals class. The class will require a calculator, Engineers & Architects
scales along with something to take notes. The classes will run approximately 4 hrs with 3 breaks. The class will begin at
5:30 p.m. Tuesdays. The book required for this course will be the instructor’s book and you will only be charged $50.00. A
set of ½ size plans will also be required at $25.00 per set. An option I am working on if you have a personal computer is
having you down load Plan Swift and not need to buy the plans. Optionally you can buy the complete course slide show with
an area for notes for $15.00. There is a class project that will be completed the last day. Homework will be take-off the CSI
divisions covered in the last class.
Class
Lecture
Book Chapters
Homework
1. Introductions
2.
What is an estimate, Estimate types and uses, Test 1, Test review
None
3.
Estimating Math 1, Hard bid take-off techniques,
1,2,3,4
4.
CSI Divisions 11 thru 14, Estimating Math 2, Math review quiz
5,6
Math sheet
Take-off Divisions 11 Thru 14 , quiz
5. Doors, windows and Finishes, Roofing Sealants and insulation
7
6. Hard bid unit pricing, Estimating Math 3, Math review quiz
8
7.
Carpentry and Millwork
9 , 10
Take-off Carpentry, Masonry &
8.
Masonry and Metals
11
Take-off Masonry and Metals
9. Concrete
12
Take-off concrete
10. Quiz 2, Sitework
13, 14
Take-off sitework
15, 16
Take-off Mechanical and Plumbing
12. Electrical & Scheduling
17, 18
Take-off Electrical Prepare general c
13. General Conditions, Automated estimating
19
Prepare general conditions
14. Pricing methods using Means and other guides, Spread sheets
20
Work on Project
15. Value Engineering and Ethics for contractors
None
Work on Project
11 Mechanical, Fire Protection & Plumbing,
Electrical
Take-off Windows, Doors,
Finishes Take off Roofing
16. Bid day and project presentation
Grading:
Your grade will depend on 3 averages as follows:
1. Test grades throwing the lowest 2 scores out. 40 %
2. Attendance 40 %
3. Final project 20 %
If you miss a class, have questions and/ or need help I can be contacted by e-mail at j_beal@att.net.com or on my cell at 713417-2900. I expect this to be a rewarding experience for all of us.
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