CNST 220 Building Construction Cost Estimating and Control
This course introduces the role of cost estimating into the construction process with an emphasis on the basic components of a construction estimate. Competitive versus negotiated process will be introduced as well as an analysis of general conditions and roles of the subcontractors and vendors. Content will include preparing takeoffs for site work, concrete, masonry, and structural steel components and applying labor, material, and equipment unit prices. Other topics covered include coordinating construction documents, risk analysis, and an introduction to computer estimating programs.
Hours Weekly
2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab weekly