Basic/Beginner Blueprint Reading & Estimating---Virtual

This training program includes an introduction to construction drawings and developing a take-off and/or estimate. 

• Develop an operational understanding of drawings and their use and learn to reach and interpret the drawings. 
• Explore how to use floor plans, elevations, sections and details to figure out a project's material needs. 
• Develop efficient estimating skills (including consistency and documentation) and understand best practices. 
• Examine how to avoid the common pitfalls in estimating and quantity take-offs. 

Who should attend:

The Basic/Beginner Blueprint Reading and Estimating training program is designed for participants with little or no experience with drawings and take-offs who need to learn the fundamentals of blueprint reading and estimating material take-offs. 

Instructor:

Randall (Randy) Hajeck has over 3 decades in the construction industry, both as an owner of his own company and also as an Adjunct instructor at Hudson Valley Community College in the Civil Engineering and Construction Technologies Departments. Randy has been providing the following classes; Introduction to Building Materials, Basic/Beginner Blueprint Reading & Material Estimating, Intermediate Blueprint Reading & Material Estimating, and Advanced Blueprint Reading & Material Estimating, to independent lumber & building material dealers since 2005. 

Pricing:

BMSA Member:   $700

Non-Member:     $1025