BI 0024 - Fundamentals of Construction Documents and Estimating
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Formerly known as CET 24 Hours: 54 lecture Description: Establishes a vocabulary and understanding of construction related documents including the symbols and detail views of building plans. Cost estimating to include material and labor cost calculations, specifications, problem solving, and bid preparations. (CSU) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Interpret residential drawings to produce material takeoffs. Identify the locations of specific information on construction documents. Estimate labor costs and determine profit margins. Course Content Outline I. Introduction to Construction Documents A. Types of construction documents B. Types of drawings C. Construction Design Sequence II. Construction Graphic Basics A. Measuring tools B. Scale C. Symbols D. Calculations E. Lines III. Energy Calculations A. Title 24 B. Measure of Compliance C. HERS requirements D. Green Building IV. Construction Materials A. Concrete B. Brick C. Mortar D. CMU E. Gypsum Wallboard F. Glass Block G. Masonry Joint Reinforcement H. Wood Products I. Metal Products J. Glass K. Insulation L. Sustainable Materials V. Plot Plans A. North Arrow B. Property Lines C. Contour Lines/Topographic features D. Building Pad VI. Foundation Plan A. Types of Foundations VII. Framing Plans A. Floor, Wall, Roof B. Trusses VIII. Mechanical Plans A. HVAC B. Plumbing C. Electrical IX. Types of Estimating A. Approximate method B. Detailed C. Takeoff X. Documents of Estimating A. Cost breakdown B. Takeoff/cost sheet C. Estimate outline D. Scope of work XI. Basic Construction Math A. Read a rule to the nearest 16th B. Calculate square foot and lineal foot measurements C. Apply specific formulas for estimating materials XII. Bidding Plans with Trade Contractors A. Sub-Contractors B. Developing scope of work C. Sub-contractor master agreement D. Comparing bids XIII. Overhead and Profit Margins A. Labor Costs XIV. Bid Preparation A. Presenting B. Contracts Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Identify the profession in the planning, design and preparation of construction documents. 2. Apply technical math skills while performing construction material takeoffs. 3. Read architectural residential drawings to produce material takeoffs. 4. Explain what is included in a Scope of Work. 5. Evaluate subcontractor bids for accuracy and completeness. 6. Define plan views. 7. Interpret a topographic map and site plan. 8. Explain how construction documents originate. 9. Identify the locations of specific information on construction documents. 10. List the different types of estimating. 11. Differentiate material estimating formulas. 12. Estimate labor costs and determine profit margins. Methods of Evaluation Projects Reports Reading Assignments 1. Read assigned pages in text book and be prepared to discuss three different methods of types of takeoffs in class. 2. Research, via the web, the increase in residential construction cost over the past 3 years and prepare a report to be presented in class. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Prepare material takeoffs for various construction phases. 2. Prepare a complete construction estimate. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
