Construction Cost Estimating 2021

Using RSMean Cost Data

What you'll learn
Define and explain basic estimating calculations, spreadsheets, and general requirements
Adjust RSMeans data to account for local labor rates, overtime, markups, and more
Estimate material costs for concrete, masonry, metals, wood, and plastics
Analyze costs for structural elements, finishes, mechanical systems, and groundwork
Integrate equipment, assemblies, depreciation, and more into a complete estimate
Description
This course provides essential guidance on construction project cost estimation, using the world's most popular source of construction cost data. Step-by-step instruction guides students through several exercises that emphasize real-world problem-solving skills, and new discussion on Building Information Modeling provides up-to-date estimation techniques that are becoming standard in the industry.

Estimating skills are critical at all levels of the construction industry, and the learning process also strengthens understanding of blueprints and construction assemblies. This course provides comprehensive instruction on all aspects of the estimation process, with detailed guidance.

Course Objectives:

By completing this course, you will be able to:

Define and explain basic estimating calculations, spreadsheets, and general requirements

Adjust RSMeans data to account for local labor rates, overtime, markups, and more

Estimate material costs for concrete, masonry, metals, wood, and plastics

Analyze costs for structural elements, finishes, mechanical systems, and groundwork

Integrate equipment, assemblies, depreciation, and more into a complete estimate

Course Content:

Introduction

Basic Calculations

Spreadsheet Types

Cost Estimating: An Introduction

General Requirements

Adjusting RSMeans Data to Job Conditions

Concrete

Masonry

Metals

Wood and Plastics, Thermal and Moisture Protection

Doors and Windows, Interior Finish, and Equipment

Fire Suppression, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical

Earthwork

Equipment Analysis

Assemblies Estimating

Course Software:

You can register for RSMeans through its website and get free one-month trial access. That should help you enough with this course.

Course Textbook:

How to Estimate with RSMeans Data: Basic Skills for Building Construction, 5th Edition; RSMeans, Saleh A. Mubarak; ISBN: 978-1-118-97797-2, March 2020

Who this course is for:
Civil Engineers
Construction Engineers and Managers
Construction Management Students
Construction Science Students