The course is intended to provide the concepts, thinking, methods, and know-how necessary to bid on a complicated project and manage the project efficiently. A computer is used to show cost estimates and job scheduling. A typical job bid is demonstrated using the computer to generate the bid summary and final price. Using estimating case studies and a series of projects, students work in groups on practical projects. Extensive course notes are provided.
Enrollment is limited.
Previously, he was vice president and chief estimator for Morse Diesel International, San Francisco. A civil engineer with 25 years of experience in managing and estimating construction projects, he holds both A and B contractor licenses in California. He teaches a variety of construction cost-estimating courses and serves on the Advisory Council at UC Berkeley Extension. He is an adjunct professor at San Jose State University, where he teaches similar courses.