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Fundamentals of Blueprint Reading & Construction Estimating   

Learn how blueprint drawings are organized and how information is referenced throughout a set of construction blueprint drawings. Demonstrate an understanding of the inter-relationship between the construction drawings and a quantity-takeoff cost estimate.



Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

  • This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

  • PC: Windows 7 or later.
  • Mac: macOS 10.12 or later.
  • Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
  • Microsoft Word Online
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader
  • Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

  • Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.


Start at the very beginning in this blueprint reading and construction estimating course with drawing scale lessons that are thorough and detailed. During this online blueprint reading course, you will discover how blueprint drawings are organized and how information is referenced throughout a set of construction blueprint drawings. Your estimating training will also help you understand how to review architectural and engineering blueprint drawings and project specifications.

By course completion, you will understand the interrelationship between the construction drawings and a quantity-takeoff cost estimate, analyze the components of a cost estimate, and learn how a quantity-takeoff cost estimate is created. Furthermore, you will master an understanding of quantity surveying, estimating takeoffs, and pricing estimated quantities and recognize the need for thoroughness and attention to detail when preparing cost estimates.


  1. Blueprint Reading for Residential Construction
    1. Blueprint Reading Basics
    2. Title Sheet & Floor Plans
    3. Elevations, Sections & Schedules
    4. Wall Sections & Details
    5. Structural Drawings
    6. Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing
    7. Title Sheet
    8. Architectural Site Plans
    9. Floor Plans
    10. Building Sections & Elevations
    11. Interior Elevations & Roof Plan
    12. Details, Schedules & Electrical
  2. Blueprint Reading for Commercial Construction
    1. Cover Sheet & Floor Plans
    2. Elevations, Sections & Wall Types
    3. Enlarged Drawings & Occupancy/Egress
    4. Interior Design & Civil
    5. Structural
    6. Mechanical
    7. Electrical
    8. Plumbing
    9. Technology & Project Specifications
  3. Introduction to Construction Estimating
    1. What is Estimating?
    2. Definitions & Abbreviations
    3. Units of Measure
    4. The Takeoff
    5. Pricing Resources
    6. Cost Categories
    7. The Estimate
    8. Project Considerations
    9. Validation
    10. Estimate Cover Sheet, Recap & Instructor Thoughts

What you will learn

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the inter-relationship between the drawings included in a set of construction documents
  • Evaluate the similarities between all sets of blueprint construction documents submitted for building permits
  • Gain experience understanding how 3D model presentations within a set of construction documents makes the construction documents easier to understand the project
  • Analyze the components of a construction cost estimate and learn how a quantity-takeoff cost estimate is created
  • Master an understanding of quantity surveying, estimating takeoffs, and pricing estimated quantities

How you will benefit

  • Develop skills needed to read and understand construction documents on both residential and commercial projects
  • Gain an understanding of the relationship between construction documents, the quantity takeoff, and the construction process
  • Obtain an understanding of important terminology and jargon used in the construction industry

This course is designed to be self-paced and does not involve any live classes. Instead, students will have access to various self-learning resources, including video materials, practice projects, e-books, and other materials available within the course modules. Although there is no direct interaction with an instructor, students can seek help from an industry expert by submitting questions via email.

 
  • Fundamentals of Blueprint Reading & Construction Estimating
  • Fee: $1,195.00
    Times: Self-paced Course

    Start at the very beginning in this blueprint reading and construction estimating course with drawing scale lessons that are thorough and detailed. During this online blueprint reading course, you will discover how blueprint drawings are organized and how information is referenced throughout a set of construction blueprint drawings. Your estimating training will also help you understand how to review architectural and engineering blueprint drawings and project specifications.

    By course completion, you will understand the interrelationship between the construction drawings and a quantity-takeoff cost estimate, analyze the components of a cost estimate, and learn how a quantity-takeoff cost estimate is created. Furthermore, you will master an understanding of quantity surveying, estimating takeoffs, and pricing estimated quantities and recognize the need for thoroughness and attention to detail when preparing cost estimates.

 

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