- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Introduction to measurement of construction work, with a brief review of reading construction drawings and specifications. Specific study of methods of measurement techniques applicable to site work (excavation), concrete and masonry quantity take-offs.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$553.29 - $595.33 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Read and interpret information on construction drawings to:
- Prepare estimate work items checklists in accordance with industry MasterFormat Divisions.
- Prepare appropriate preliminary calculations for an estimate.
- Apply principles and techniques of measuring work items on standard quantity sheet forms.
- Extend and summarize work item final quantities in preparation for pricing.
- Comprehend the roles of estimates and estimators in the building development and construction process.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
Estimating 1 (BLDC 1300) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Architectural and Building Technology
Certificate Part-time
- Building Construction Technology
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Construction Estimating
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below are two offerings of BLDC 1300 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 47093
Dates
Tue Sep 03 - Tue Nov 19
- 12 weeks
- CRN 47093
- Domestic fees $553.29
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 03 - Nov 19 | Tue | 18:45 - 21:45 | Online |
Instructor
Ajmer Sekhon
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific time lines for assignments and exams.*** You will require a stable internet connection, a laptop or desktop computer for this course. You must also have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Students will participate in weekly "Virtual Classroom" sessions, at the above scheduled class time for the 12 weeks of the course. Important course information will be sent to registered students closer to course start date. Make sure your email address on your student account is correct and up to date. Required Resources: - Estimating Quantity Sheets (Instructor will provide) - Computer with internet access; Strongly Recommended: - Printer - Scanner This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 33795
Dates
Thu Sep 05 - Thu Nov 21
- 12 weeks
- CRN 33795
- Domestic fees $595.33
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 05 - Nov 21 | Thu | 18:45 - 21:45 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 329 |
Instructor
Jason Chow
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
Winter 2025
Below are two offerings of BLDC 1300 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 85591
Dates
Tue Jan 07 - Tue Mar 25
- 12 weeks
- CRN 85591
- Domestic fees $553.29
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Mar 25 | Tue | 18:45 - 21:45 | Online |
Instructor
Ricardo Grasselli
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific time lines for assignments and exams.*** You will require a stable internet connection, a laptop or desktop computer for this course. You must also have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Students will participate in weekly "Virtual Classroom" sessions, per the above class schedule. Important course information will be sent to registered students closer to course start date. Make sure your email address on your student account is correct and up to date. Required Resources: - Estimating Quantity Sheets (Instructor will provide) - Computer with internet access; Strongly Recommended: - Printer - Scanner This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
CRN 49303
Dates
Thu Jan 09 - Thu Mar 27
- 12 weeks
- CRN 49303
- Domestic fees $595.33
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 09 - Mar 27 | Thu | 18:45 - 21:45 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 329 |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.