- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
The course is a basic introduction to the concept of the time value of money using simple rates of return, interest rates and types, and decision criteria. Pricing techniques and methodology are introduced as part of the estimating process and bid preparation. Various forms of budget pricing are introduced which lead to a more detailed study of elemental analysis.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$564.42 - $607.36 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course the student will be able to:
- Recognize the relationship between interest rates and the time value of money.
- Calculate present and future value problems.
- Evaluate and rank various investment opportunities.
- Assemble key financial components and prepare a pro-forma statement.
- Convert material quantities to final estimate costs by applying pricing techniques and methodology.
- Describe crew assembly, and develop corresponding crew rates.
- Generate unit prices for applicable tender requirements.
- Identify the process of final tender assembly and preparation.
- Distinguish various budget pricing techniques and their applications.
- Carry-out the steps involved in completing an elemental analysis of particular project.
Effective as of Fall 2007
Related Programs
Introduction to Construction Economics (BLDC 2150) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Architectural and Building Technology
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of BLDC 2150 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 87511
Dates
Jan 09 - Mar 27 Loading
- CRN 87511
- $607.36 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 09 - Mar 27 | Fri | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific time lines for assignments and exams.*** You will require a stable internet connection, a laptop or desktop computer for this course. You must also have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Students will participate in weekly "Virtual Classroom" sessions, per the above class schedule.
Status
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of BLDC 2150 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 57704
Dates
Apr 10 - Jun 26 Loading
- CRN 57704
- $564.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10 - Jun 26 | Fri | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.