Course Overview
The aim of the course is to enable students to develop knowledge and examination of various methods of conceptual estimating used in commercial and institutional buildings and their significance in the development of projects prior to the design and construction phases. The course will look at why budget/conceptual estimates are necessary, what factors need to be considered when preparing, evaluating and discussing project and operating costs during the early stages of a project when very little information is available and the design is very minimal. The course will also look at a number of different types of conceptual estimate, when to best use each and the limitations of the estimates types. The lectures will be delivered in 3 hour units per week by a qualified Professional Quantity Surveyor. The 3 hour units will be broken down into a 1 hour lecture and a 2 hour lab session allowing the student to work within a group context to assist learning and allowing question and answer time with the lecturer.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in BLDT 2091
- Admission to the BTech Construction Management degree program.
Credits
3.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. Departmental approval is required for this course. You will not be able to register without it.
Domestic fees
$788.83
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Develop an outline of the key elements of the owner’s decision process when considering to initiate a project.
- Generate a site options decision matrix with key elements.
- Examine different types of conceptual estimating techniques.
- Select and apply applicable conceptual estimating techniques.
- Examine and evaluate the role of life cycle costs in the decision making process.
- Evaluate procurement and project delivery strategies.
- Assess and apply contingency strategies.
Effective as of Fall 2011
Related Programs
Budgeting/Conceptual Estimating (CMGT 8050) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Construction Management
Bachelor of Technology Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of CMGT 8050 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 90645
Dates
Jan 07 - Mar 25 Loading
- CRN 90645
- $788.83 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Mar 25 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:00 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 204 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Angela Lai
Course outline
Important information
- BLDT 2091 or considerable estimating experience required in order to register for this course. Email how you have met the pre-requisites and your student ID number to CMGT@bcit.ca for approval.
Confirmation
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Status
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