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Construction Estimation Course

What will I learn?

Learn how to estimate costs for construction projects like a pro with our in-depth course made for construction workers and professionals here in Zambia. You'll get good at figuring out all the costs involved, breaking them down properly, and making sure your reports are spot-on. We'll also look at the best ways to handle equipment costs (whether to hire or buy), understand the rules and regulations you need to follow, and work out labour and material costs accurately. Plus, you'll get better at dealing with unexpected costs (contingency) and overheads. This practical course will give you the skills to make accurate estimates, helping projects succeed and make money.

Apoia's Unique Offerings

Online courses with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
24/7 online support
Select and organise the chapters you wish to study
Set your own course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study at your convenience, no internet required

Develop your skills

Enhance your practical skills listed below

Become a cost estimation expert: Put together detailed and accurate cost reports that are easy to understand.

Get the best value for equipment: Decide whether it's cheaper to hire or buy construction equipment for your project.

Understand permits and regulations: Find out about all the permits you need and how much they cost.

Work out labour costs: Figure out how many hours of work are needed and the right pay rates for your workers so you can budget properly.

Manage materials effectively: Find the best places to buy materials, get good prices, and work out how much you need.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change the chapters and workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters similar to the examples below

This is a free course aimed at personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but provides practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.