The Estimating Fundamentals Seminar is a hands-on course designed to teach contractors how to properly prepare material takeoffs and construction estimates. This seminar focuses on the foundational skills needed to calculate quantities, costs, and bids with accuracy and confidence.
Students will review essential construction math and learn how to translate measurements into real-world material and cost estimates across multiple trades.

New and experienced contractors
Anyone learning estimating for the first time
Contractors who want stronger bidding accuracy

Material takeoffs and quantity calculations
Basic estimating and bidding concepts
Construction math fundamentals (area, volume, measurements)
Estimating for multiple trades, including concrete, framing, drywall, paint, tile, roofing, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical
16-hour seminar (two 8-hour days: Saturday & Sunday)
Includes Estimating Fundamentals book, CD-ROM, and calculator
Live Law classes
Law & Business and Trade study materials
DVDs and printed practice exams (gold sheets)
Online practice exams for Law & Business and Trade (1-year access)
CSLB application process assistance
License orientation
Weekly reminders and student support
Health and safety booklet and DVD
Math review DVD and booklet (trade-specific)
One-day live Law crash course
Business Planning & Marketing Seminar
Improve estimating accuracy
Reduce costly bidding mistakes
Build confidence when pricing jobs
Learn practical, real-world estimating skills