Lesson series
Estimating & Bidding-2023 -12.5 Credits
Foremost among the challenges faced by project managers is ensuring the financial viability of a project. This begins with the development of the project bid. Unreasonable estimates reduce the chances of success and increase stress level. Students work though the bid process and prepare
estimates with varying levels of details that are both reasonable and
achievable.
The goal of the course is to provide a manager
with a thorough understanding of how they can develop a competitive advantage
for their organization through effective and thoughtful financial management
practices.
You will be able to learn:
You will be able to learn:
- Canadian Construction Industry and Construction Materials
- Introduction to Estimating
- The Estimate
1&2
- Managing
Risk with the Estimate
-Labour
- General Expenses
- Equipment
- Excavation
1&2
- Calculating Volumes for Concrete
- Calculating Volumes for Metals
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Introduction to Light Framing