ELTE 202 - Electrical Estimating
Description: Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to
manually and electronically (using industry standard computer software)
develop an electrical estimate for a residential and commercial design.
Emphasis will be placed on compiling a take-off list of materials from
blueprints, completing a bill of material and completing the final bid
process. This includes a bid accuracy analysis to determine the job's
selling price. The student will be able to determine material cost, labor
cost, the proper application of direct cost, overhead and profit. Also, to
conclude the estimate, the student will be able to write bid proposals and
change orders. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs lab/wk. Supplies: Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.
Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net Course Fees: NONE Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:
Content Outline & Competencies: I. Duties and Responsibilities of the Electrical Estimator
A.Describe how to determine the cost of the job (estimate).
B. Describe the process for purchasing material for the job.
C. Describe the bid accuracy process.
D. Define project management.
II. Types of Bids
A. Describe a Competitive Bid
B. Describe a Design-Build Bid
C. Describe a Negotiated Work Bid
D. Define “Time and Material” or Fixed Fee Proposal
E. Describe a Unit Pricing Bid
III. Individual Components of an Electrical Estimate
A. Explain the scope of the work.
1. Interpret the symbols on a blueprint.
2. Explain the use and conditions of the specifications.
B. Complete a material take-off
1. Compile a list of materials from a set of blueprint symbols.
2. Coordinate (with the blueprints) a list of materials from the
specifications.
3. Coordinate (with the blueprints and specifications) a list of
materials from shop drawings.
C. Complete a bill of material
1. Create a bill of material manually from the take-off.
2. Create a computer assisted bill of material from the take-off.
D. Compile a pricing list for labor and material.
1. Determine the price of materials manually.
2. Determine the price of materials with a computer and related
software.
3. Complete a working model of a labor-unit.
E. Complete an extending and totaling process.
1. Calculate a material cost extension.
2. Calculate the labor-hour extension.
F. Complete an estimate summary.
1. Calculate the adjustments for labor-hours based on the working
conditions.
2. Determine the general conditions (additional labor
requirements).
3. Calculate the total labor cost.
4. Calculate the labor burden.
5. Calculate the total material cost.
6. Determine the direct job expenses.
7. Calculate the estimated prime cost.
8. Calculate the overhead.
IV. Complete a Bid
A. Determine a reasonable profit, to include:
1. Competition and the economy
2. Management
3. Job size
4. Risk
B. Determine miscellaneous cost, to include:
1. Allowances and contingencies
2. Back-charges
3. Bonds
4. Completion penalty
5. Finance cost
6. Gross receipts or net profit tax
7. Inspector problems
8. Retainer cost
C. Complete a bid accuracy analysis, to include:
1. Cost distribution
2. Cost per square foot
3. Labor analysis
V. Complete a Residential Electrical Estimate Manually
A. Determine the scope of work.
B. Prepare a take-off of materials from a residential plan
(blueprint).
C. Prepare the bill of material.
D. Calculate the pricing, labor, extending and totaling.
E. Create an estimate summary worksheet that includes:
1. Total labor-hours
2. Labor cost
3. Adjusted material cost
4. Direct job cost
5. Estimated prime cost
6. Overhead
7. Estimated cost and bid price
F. Perform a bid analysis
VI. Complete a Commercial Electrical Estimate, Computer Assisted
A. Determine the scope of work.
B. Input the take-off quantities into the computer software.
C. Verify the bill of material on the computer program.
D. Input the estimate summary.
E. Perform a bid analysis.
VII. Write a Bid Proposal for an Electrical Commercial Estimate
A. Explain the acceptance of the proposal.
B. Complete a change order.
C. Explain the use of exclusions.
D. Determine any fixtures and equipment supplied by others.
E. Describe the installation practices by the electrical contractor.
F. Determine the national and local codes to be followed.
G. Define a non-compete clause.
H. Determine the payment schedule and its terms.
I. Determine a performance construction schedule.
J. Determine the selling price of the bid.
K. Complete a detailed scope of work.
L. Explain all temporary wiring needed.
M. Explain the termination of agreement.
N. Explain the warranty.
Methods of Evaluation of Competencies: Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods: Exams (Chapter test and Final exam) 30% Homework/Quizzes 20% Projects/Assignments 50% Total 100% 90% + = A 80 - 89 % = B 70 - 79 % = C 60 - 69 % = D Below 60 % = F Caveats: NONE Disabilities: If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged. JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center. |
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