
Construction Estimating 1 BLDG 9189
Our Construction Estimating 1 course explores quantity surveying and estimating, including the critical role of the quantity surveyor/estimator in the tendering or bidding process. Learn the general principles and rules used to measure and cost construction work, and investigate estimating with electronic spreadsheets.
This course has been recognized by the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) as Gold Seal accredited training with CCA credit value and by the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) as a CIQS credit course.
Prerequisites
You must know how to read construction drawings, be familiar with construction materials and methodologies, be skilled in Microsoft Excel, and have an aptitude for basic mathematical calculations.
Hours and Fees
Hours
Fee
Upcoming Sections
11 Jan 2027 – 4 Apr 2027
Delivery Method:
Self-directed Online
Self-directed online classes use a learning management system (LMS) and offer teacher email support. A welcome letter with details about the LMS will be emailed to you.
16 Jan 2027 – 27 Feb 2027
Delivery Method:
On Campus
26 Jan 2027 – 4 Mar 2027
Delivery Method:
Teacher-led Online
Teacher-led online classes use a learning management system (LMS) and videoconferencing software (which may require a camera and a microphone). A welcome letter with details about the LMS will be emailed to you.
3 May 2027 – 25 Jul 2027
Delivery Method:
Self-directed Online
Self-directed online classes use a learning management system (LMS) and offer teacher email support. A welcome letter with details about the LMS will be emailed to you.
15 May 2027 – 26 Jun 2027
Delivery Method:
On Campus
18 May 2027 – 24 Jun 2027
Delivery Method:
Teacher-led Online
Teacher-led online classes use a learning management system (LMS) and videoconferencing software (which may require a camera and a microphone). A welcome letter with details about the LMS will be emailed to you.
Past Sections
29 Sep 2026 – 5 Nov 2026
Delivery Method:
Teacher-led Online
Teacher-led online classes use a learning management system (LMS) and videoconferencing software (which may require a camera and a microphone). A welcome letter with details about the LMS will be emailed to you.
- Contact Information
- Contact Department:
- Construction, Technology & Trades Department
- Phone:
- 416-415-5000, ext. 4861
- Office Location(s):
- Casa Loma Campus, 160 Kendal Ave., Building C (CLC), Room C426
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