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Estimating 1 BLDC 1300

Building Construction Course

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International Fees

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Course details

Introduction to measurement of construction work, with a brief review of reading construction drawings and specifications. Specific study of methods of measurement techniques applicable to site work (excavation), concrete and masonry quantity take-offs.

Prerequisite(s)

  • No prerequisites are required for this course.

Credits

3.0

Cost

$530.25 - $571.11 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.

Course offerings

Fall 2023

Below are two offerings of BLDC 1300 for the Fall 2023 term.

CRN 47093

Duration

Tue Sep 05 - Tue Nov 21 (12 weeks)

  • 12 weeks
  • CRN 47093
  • $530.25
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 05 - Nov 21 Tue 18:45 - 21:45 Online
Instructor

Ajmer Sekhon

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Cost

$530.25

Important information
  1. Internet delivery format.
  2. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible). ***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, at the above scheduled class time for the 12 weeks of the course. Important course information will be sent to registered students closer to course start date. Make sure your email address on your student account is correct and up to date. Required Resources: - Estimating Quantity Sheets (Instructor will provide) - Computer with internet access; Strongly Recommended: - Printer - Scanner
Status

In Progress and Full

This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.

CRN 33795

Duration

Thu Sep 07 - Thu Nov 23 (12 weeks)

  • 12 weeks
  • CRN 33795
  • $571.11
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 07 - Nov 23 Thu 18:45 - 21:45 Burnaby NE01 Rm. 329
Instructor

Jason Chow

Course outline

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Cost

$571.11

Important information
  1. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
Status

In Progress

This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.

Learning Outcomes

Read and interpret information on construction drawings to:

  • Prepare estimate work items checklists in accordance with industry MasterFormat Divisions.
  • Prepare appropriate preliminary calculations for an estimate.
  • Apply principles and techniques of measuring work items on standard quantity sheet forms.
  • Extend and summarize work item final quantities in preparation for pricing.
  • Comprehend the roles of estimates and estimators in the building development and construction process.

Effective as of Fall 2003

Related Programs

Estimating 1 (BLDC 1300) is offered as a part of the following programs:

School of Construction and the Environment

  1. Architectural and Building Technology
    Certificate Part-time
  2. Building Construction Technology
    Associate Certificate Part-time
  3. Building Design and Architectural CAD
    Associate Certificate Part-time
  4. Construction Estimating
    Certificate Part-time

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