CNSTR 116 - Estimating

    Recent Professors
    Antonio R. Perez, David L. Lomax
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Students will be introduced to the basic concepts of construction cost estimating and how to estimate the quantity of labor and materials needed, as well as overhead, management and profit, and to determine the cost of a construction project. Students will work from actual plans to calculate the cost of trade and subcontract work, transportation, insurance, and permits for residential and commercial projects. Students will also become familiar with estimating energy efficient construction materials and specifications. Students will utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) as part of this course.
    Usually Held
    Fri 7:00pm–7:50pm, Tue 5:00pm–5:50pm