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Electrical Estimating Apprenticeship Program 2.0

Candels Student Services

Estimated Time: 4-months

Difficulty: Beginner

Getting Started
- Introductions, Course Overview, Learning Objectives & More
- Navigating the Course & Support Options
Electrical Estimating Basics
- What is an Estimator?
- Takeoffs, Estimates & Bids
- The People & Evolution of the Project
- Construction Primer
- The Importance of Project Documentation
The BADASS System
- BADASS: ITB, Bid Forms & Bonds
- BADASS: Allowances, Alternates, Drawings, Addenda & Scope
- Specifications: Part I (The Beginning)
- Specifications: Part II (Electrical)
- Specifications: Part III (Low Voltage Systems)
Takeoff & Code
- The Labor Component of the Takeoff
- Labor Unit Adjustments
- The Material Component of the Takeoff
- Introduction to PlanSwift
- The Code Book, Construction Types & Occupancy Classifications
- Grounding, Voltage Drop, Derating & More
Lighting
- Lighting Fixture Types
- Architectural Plans & Lighting
- Fixture Schedules, Linear Lighting & Vendor Quotes
- Lighting Circuitry, Homeruns and Takeoff
- Lighting Controls & More
- Lighting & Estimating Software
Site Lighting
- Site Lighting Types & Pole Bases
- Site Circuitry
- Site Lighting Takeoff
- Time Clocks, Photocells, Contactors & Lighting Control Systems
- Relationship of Civil & Electrical Drawings
- Specialty Site Lighting
Midterm Exam
- Midterm Exam
Branch
- Branch Devices
- Determining Wall Types
- Advanced Review of Homeruns
- Raceways, Fittings, Supports & Cable Types
- Wire Types, Code Tables, Voltage Drop & Derating
- Keyed Notes & Estimating
Introduction to ConEst & Student Machines
- Navigating ConEst IntelliBid & Student Machines
Feeders & Power Distribution: Part I
- Introduction to Feeders, Risers & Supports
- Feeder Takeoff, Incoming Utilities & Panel Notes
- Pole & Pad Mount Transformers, Pads, Terminations & Disconnects
- Grounding, Bonding, Service Ground & Equipment Ground
- Taking-off Feeders & Entry into Estimating Software
Feeders & Power Distribution: Part II
- Switchgear, Switchboards, Panelboards & More
- Mechanical Equipment Connections
- Generators, Load Banks, Accessories & Fuel
- Feeder & Mechanical Takeoffs
Low Voltage (LV) Systems
- Fire Alarm, Bi-Directional Antennas & VESDA
- Fire Alarm Takeoff
- Determining your Scope for LV Work
- All Things Tel/Data
- Tel/Data Takeoff
- Security, Sound, Nurse Call & PV
The Business of Estimating & Bidding
- Takeoff Review & Adjustments
- Putting the Estimate Together
- Vendor Quotes, Equipment Rentals, Labor Allocations & Misc Job Costs
- Bid Forms & Unit Pricing
- Proposal & Pricing Strategy
- Bid Follow-up & Next Steps
Business Fundamentals
- Overhead & Profit
- True Cost & Labor Burden
- Building your Crew (Exercise)
- Understanding Bidding & Covering Cost
- Marketing Your Business
- Historical Data Best Practices
Class Project & Mock Bid Opening
Advanced Topics & Review
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Course Catalog

Electrical Estimating Apprenticeship Program 2.0

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