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Gold Seal Certification Credits

This course allows you to earn 14 credits towards Gold Seal Certification Program with a minimum passing mark requirement of 75%.
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Is this course for you?

...well, yes if you...

  • Have Cost Estimating Foundation Knowledge

    You have a good grasp of cost estimating concepts, or you have successfully completed the intermediate-level courses in this training program.

  • Are Looking For an Intensive, Hands-on Course

    You seek an all-inclusive cost estimating course that encompasses every aspect of the real-world cost estimating process, presented in a logical flow from start to finish.

  • Are Commited to Invest Time and Effort

    Although there is no strict deadline for completing the course, we recommend committing 6 to 8 weeks to get the most out of the material and assignments.

A few more words...

on the development of a quality cost estimate.

The right knowledge and experience are essential for successful cost estimating. However, having a process to ensure desirable results is equally crucial. One may possess the knowledge but lack the experience to apply it through a process. This course offers comprehensive on-the-job cost estimating training to help acquire that experience. The course provides guidance through all the steps to build a cost estimate and how to assemble them. Through the assignments in this course, you will replicate the work and gain hands-on experience in cost estimating.
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Course curriculum

Estimated time to complete this course: 84 hours.

    1. 1.1 Course Overview

    2. 1.2 Expected Learning Outcomes

    3. 1.3 Prerequisites and Required Knowledge

    4. 1.4 Certification Opportunities

    5. 1.5 Instructor's Guidance and Support

    6. 1.6 Evaluation Matrix and Grading Criteria

    7. 1.7 Tools and Resources Needed for the Course

    1. 2.1 Project Documentation Review

    2. 2.2 Understanding Tender Requirements

    3. 2.3 Evaluating Site and Market Conditions

    4. 2.4 Developing a Procurement Plan

    5. 2.5 Establishing the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

    1. 3.1 Site Conditions Assessment

    2. 3.2 Traffic Management and Environmental Considerations

    3. 3.3 Detailed Take-offs for Earthworks, Utilities, and Drainage

    4. 3.4 Take-offs for Structural Elements (Concrete, Steel)

    5. 3.5 Mechanical and Electrical Quantities

    1. 4.1 Identifying Direct Costs

    2. 4.2 Crew Selection and Production Rates

    3. 4.3 Estimating Indirect Costs

    4. 4.4 Incorporating Construction Methodology

    5. 4.5 Developing a Preliminary Budget and Schedule

    1. 5.1 Reviewing and Validating Take-Offs

    2. 5.2 Managing Subcontractor and Supplier Pricing

    3. 5.3 Adjusting for Market Conditions and Risks

    4. 5.4 Finalizing the Estimate with Updates

    5. 5.5 Conducting a Cost Estimate Validation Workshop

    1. 6.1 Planning the Estimate: Students Develop a Procurement Plan and WBS

    2. 6.2 Completing Quantity Take-Offs for a Sample Project

    3. 6.3 Developing a Full Direct and Indirect Cost Breakdown

    4. 6.4 Creating a Preliminary Construction Schedule

    5. 6.5 Conducting a Final Estimate Review and Validation

About this course

  • $1,389.00
  • 35 lessons

Collaboration is essential

The benefit of timely feedback

All lessons have a dedicated discussion section so you can ask questions, see previously answered questions, interact with other course participants and your instructor. You do not have to go through this learning journey alone or have to ponder on unanswered questions.
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A word from the training program creator

Doina Dobre, P.Eng., GSC

This course can be seen as a culmination of all cost estimating courses offered on this website but at a more accelerated pace. Its best feature is that it simulates the complete cycle of cost estimate development, providing workshop-style on-the-job training. Developing a cost estimate is a step-by-step process, and missing a step can lead to undesired results. Lack of proper planning, not necessarily lack of knowledge, is usually the culprit. If you have never completed a cost estimate from start to finish, you may struggle to allocate time to each task. This course provides practice in building a process and accurately assessing the level of effort required to complete a cost estimate.
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