CET-7943: Construction Estimating Page 1 of 2 ... - Cincinnati State
CET-7943: Construction Estimating Page 1 of 2 ... - Cincinnati State
CET-7943: Construction Estimating Page 1 of 2 ... - Cincinnati State
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<strong>CET</strong>-<strong>7943</strong>: <strong>Construction</strong> <strong>Estimating</strong>http://www.cyberstate.us/abank/CourseOutline.asp?CourseOutlineCourse=<strong>CET</strong>-<strong>7943</strong><strong>Page</strong> 1 <strong>of</strong> 28/6/2007COURSE OUTLINE - - <strong>Cincinnati</strong> <strong>State</strong> Technical and Community College<strong>CET</strong>-<strong>7943</strong>: <strong>Construction</strong> <strong>Estimating</strong>Course DescriptionA course on construction estimating. Topics include: quantity take<strong>of</strong>f, types <strong>of</strong> estimates, bidding procedures, types <strong>of</strong> contracts,and selecting the contractor. Students perform a detailed manual estimate from a set <strong>of</strong> working drawings.Hours: 2 Lecture - 3 Lab - 3 Credit Total Class Hours: 45 HoursPrerequisites: None. Corequisites:Course Fee: $45.00 Curricula: <strong>CET</strong>CDay Offerings: WI SP Evening Offerings: SUSaturday Offerings:Textbooks and ReferencesVirtual Offerings:In-house text please call John Buttelwerth YesRequired Author/Publisher ISBN eFollett.comGoals/ObjectivesLearn the techniques <strong>of</strong> quantity take-<strong>of</strong>fs. Acquire the skills necessary to perform detailed estimates. Learn different types <strong>of</strong>estimates and contracts. Comprehend the time value <strong>of</strong> money and its influence upon feasibility studies, cash flow, and truepr<strong>of</strong>it.Related Program OutcomesCivil Engineering Technology (<strong>CET</strong>)Outcome #3: The student will demonstrate an appropriate mastery <strong>of</strong> fundamental knowledge and tools, including surveyingmethods, CAD, engineering mechanics and other technological processes inherent to their specific field <strong>of</strong> study.Outcome #5: The student will demonstrate an ability to identify, analyze and solve technical and design problems.Course TopicsTopic Chapter Description <strong>Page</strong>s Hours1 Evolution <strong>of</strong> the project and evolution <strong>of</strong> the estimate 5 Class Hours2 Timing methods in construction. 2 Class Hours3 Types <strong>of</strong> construction contracts. 3 Class Hours4 R.F.P.'s, bidding, and selecting the contractor. 3 Class Hours5 <strong>Construction</strong> Law. 5 Class Hours6 The contract documents. 3 Class Hours7 Feasibility study's and Pro Forma's. 3 Class Hours8 Time value <strong>of</strong> money, cash flow, and true pr<strong>of</strong>it. 3 Class HoursLaboratory ProjectsLab Chapter Description <strong>Page</strong>s Hours1 Introduction to quantity take-<strong>of</strong>f 2 Lab Hours2 Sitework take-<strong>of</strong>f 2 Lab Hours3 Masonry take-<strong>of</strong>f 2 Lab Hours4 Concrete take-<strong>of</strong>f 3 Lab Hours5 Steel take-<strong>of</strong>f 3 Lab Hours6 Ro<strong>of</strong>ing, Exterior trim, and EIFS take-<strong>of</strong>f 2 Lab Hours7 Metal studs, Drywall, and Ceilings EIFS take-<strong>of</strong>f 2 Lab Hours8 Doors, Windows, and Flooring EIFS take-<strong>of</strong>f 2 Lab HoursComputer UsageStudents will use Micros<strong>of</strong>t Excel to create their own take-<strong>of</strong>f quantity survey sheets.
<strong>CET</strong>-<strong>7943</strong>: <strong>Construction</strong> <strong>Estimating</strong>http://www.cyberstate.us/abank/CourseOutline.asp?CourseOutlineCourse=<strong>CET</strong>-<strong>7943</strong><strong>Page</strong> 2 <strong>of</strong> 28/6/2007Written CommunicationsStudents are required to write all estimate labs conforming to strict, pre-described guidelines.Graded AssignmentsItem DescriptionWeight1 (7) <strong>Estimating</strong> Labs 50.00%2 (2) Tests @ 20% 40.00%3 Attendance 10.00%NotesNote Description1 ACCE Core Subject Matter - <strong>Construction</strong> <strong>Estimating</strong> (2 hr), <strong>Construction</strong> Law (1 hr). Topical Content - WrittenCommunication, Math, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Estiamting, <strong>Construction</strong> Materials & Methods2 Special Needs: Any student with a disability necessitating accommodations prescribed by the Americans with Disability Actor section 504 <strong>of</strong> the Rehabilitation Act must meet with Mr. David Cover, Special Needs Counselor, prior to participating inclassroom or laboratory activities. He will be the primary resource to determine what accommodations are necessary toprovide the appropriate learning opportunity for the student. Mr. Cover may be contacted at 513-569-1613.Prepared By: John Buttelwerth Revision Date: Monday, August 06, 2007
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