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Blueprint Reading & Estimating Fundamentals


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What you will learn

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Demonstrate an understanding of the inter-relationship between the drawings in Construction Documents (blueprints).
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Analyze the use of scale in various Construction Documents.
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Explore how information is referenced within Construction Documents.
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Master quantity surveying, estimating takeoffs, and pricing estimated quantities.
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Recognize the importance of consistency in presenting information in all types of Construction Documents.
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Gain experience in understanding how 3D model presentations enhance comprehension in construction documents.
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Evaluate the thoroughness and attention to detail needed for construction cost estimates.

About this training bundle

Our online, instructor-led Blueprint Reading classes are taught by a licensed architect who creates construction documents for commercial, government and residential projects -- and has received project documentation awards from the American Institute of Architects.

Our Estimating class is taught by a certified, professional construction cost estimator who is the past-President of the American Society of Professional Estimators.

Start at the very beginning, learn about Drawing Scale in classes that are thorough and detailed. Learn how blueprint drawings are organized and how information is referenced throughout a set of construction blueprint drawings. Review architectural and engineering blueprint drawings, as well as Project specifications.

Demonstrate an understanding of the inter-relationship between the construction drawings and a quantity-takeoff cost estimate. Analyze the components of a cost estimate and learn how a quantity-takeoff cost estimate is created. Master an understanding of quantity surveying, estimating takeoffs and pricing estimated quantities. Recognize the need for thoroughness and attention to detail when preparing cost estimates.

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$837.00

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$468.50

2 Monthly Payments

 

Approx. 50 hours to complete

13 hours on-demand video

6-Week Course Bundle

Take two courses over 6 total weeks

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Complete on Your Own Time

Choose a start date that best aligns with your schedule and complete courses at your own pace. You have the freedom to stack multiple courses or bundles on top of each other or take a break and return to them later.

The average completion time for the Blueprint Reading & Estimating Fundamentals Bundle is 1-2 months.

 

 

Showcase Your Achievements

Earn a verified Digital Credential from Credly by completing this bundle with a grade of 70% or higher.

Courses Included

The Blueprint Reading & Estimating Fundamentals Bundle consists of 2 courses. 

 

PFC 101 - Blueprint Reading for Residential Construction

Start at the very beginning. Learn from a licensed architect about drawing types, scale and about the relationships between drawings. You will learn how to read and understand how a set of blueprint construction drawings are put together. The course materials are from real-world projects.

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PFC 102 - Blueprint Reading for Commercial Construction

Learn from a licensed architect how to read blueprint drawings for a mixed-use commercial project which includes hotel, retail and parking. Review the architectural and all engineering drawings. Learn about project specifications. The course materials are from real-world projects.

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PFC 121 - Introduction to Construction Estimating

This Introduction to Construction Estimating is taught by a professional construction estimator. Starting at the very beginning, you will learn about the types of estimates and how an estimate is organized. The components and sub-components of an estimate will be addressed.

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Pay $468.50 in 2 monthly payments or purchase with a one-time payment to save $100.00!

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Here is the course outline:

Welcome to Blueprint Reading Fundamentals!

PFC 101 - Blueprint Reading for Residential Construction

Start at the very beginning. Learn from a licensed architect about drawing types, scale and about the relationships between drawings. You will learn how to read and understand how a set of blueprint construction drawings are put together. The course materials are from real-world projects.

PFC 102 - Blueprint Reading for Commercial Construction

Learn from a licensed architect how to read blueprint drawings for a mixed-use commercial project which includes hotel, retail and parking. Review the architectural and all engineering drawings. Learn about project specifications. The course materials are from real-world projects.

Accept your Micro-Credential

If you have passed each course in this bundle with a 70% or higher, go here to earn your Accredible verified Digital Credential.

PFC 121 - Introduction to Construction Estimating

This Introduction to Construction Estimating is taught by a professional construction estimator. Starting at the very beginning, you will learn about the types of estimates and how an estimate is organized. The components and sub-components of an estimate will be addressed.

Accept your Micro-Credential

If you have passed each course in this bundle with a 70% or higher, go here to earn your Accredible verified Digital Credential.

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