# Intro to Construction Estimating Course (Self-Paced) Canonical URL: ## Overview This self-paced course introduces the fundamentals of construction estimating, providing a clear overview of how estimates are structured, developed, and calculated. Led by a professional construction estimator, the course builds practical skills in quantity surveying, estimating takeoffs, and using industry-standard tools to prepare reliable cost estimates. You will learn how to interpret construction drawings and translate them into accurate quantity takeoffs, analyze and build detailed cost estimates, and apply pricing techniques for materials, labor, and related expenses. The course also emphasizes precision and attention to detail, helping you evaluate estimates thoroughly to ensure accuracy and completeness. ## What you'll learn - Demonstrate an understanding of the interrelationship between the construction drawings and a quantity-takeoff cost estimate - Analyze the components of a construction 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 construction cost estimates ## Schedule - Jun 18, 2026 – Jul 18, 2026 — Live Online - Jun 20, 2026 – Jul 20, 2026 — Live Online - Jun 21, 2026 – Jul 21, 2026 — Live Online - Jun 24, 2026 – Jul 24, 2026 — Live Online - Jul 4, 2026 – Aug 3, 2026 — Live Online - Jul 12, 2026 – Aug 11, 2026 — Live Online - Jul 19, 2026 – Aug 18, 2026 — Live Online - Jul 24, 2026 – Aug 23, 2026 — Live Online - Jul 31, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 — Live Online - Sep 6, 2026 – Oct 6, 2026 — Live Online - Sep 13, 2026 – Oct 13, 2026 — Live Online - Sep 24, 2026 12:00am–12:00am — Live Online - Sep 25, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026 — Live Online - Oct 1, 2026 12:00am–12:00am — Live Online - Oct 30, 2026 – Nov 29, 2026 — Live Online - Nov 20, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026 — Live Online - Dec 3, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027 — Live Online - Dec 18, 2026 – Jan 17, 2027 — Live Online - Jan 6, 2027 – Feb 5, 2027 — Live Online - Jan 6, 2027 – Feb 5, 2027 — Live Online ## Pricing **Tuition:** $329