Construction Training in Chicago, IL

In this course, learners will improve the bottom line of projects they manage, through the implementation of efficiency protocol, and effective practices in design, development, budgeting, contracts, and supervision. Basic Construction Project Management is a multi-disciplinary field that requires a broad perspective of projects.  Note:...

Math skills are an important tool for the contractor professional or anyone involved in the construction industry. Accurate estimating and bidding depends on basic math principles, concepts and formulas. Important Notes:  Students must be over 22 Must have at least 4 years of construction experience to sit for the test (California Regulated)...

Preparing an estimate and bidding a job is an essential for contractors, designers and others in the building trades. In this course you will learn to estimate the cost of general conditions, prepare a quantity take off for the materials to be used in the job, and extend unit prices to prepare an accurate bid using Blue Beam cost estimating software....

The word "blueprint" makes us think of white line drawings on a deep blue background showing beautiful old buildings, or ships, or historic city plans. This introductory course visits the development of blueprints within the construction industry, and shows the student what to expect in a contemporary construction drawing set, and how to understand...

Our ICC residential inspector exam prep course teaches you everything you need to know to pass your test and become B-1 certified. You won’t just learn the most up-to-date code standards, but also important regulations surrounding construction materials, the best methods and practices, and even the requirements for product quality evaluations and...

Learning to read blueprints is an essential skill for designers, contractors, real estate brokers and building owners. In this lecture and hands-on class, you will learn the vocabulary and language of blueprints. Topics covered include drawing scales, plan, elevation and section drawings, architectural symbols and legends. Learn To: Understand...

This lecture and hands-on course provides advanced knowledge of reading the structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing drawings found in a set of construction documents. Students will learn to interpret drawings in order to estimate and build a project. Topics covered: architectural and engineering scales, drawing types, shop drawings, symbols,...

Contractors State License Schools offers a one day test taking strategy course that will provide you the information on how to approach and successfully pass the state exam. CSLS Constantly seeks to develop new programs to help our students prepare for the exam and help advance in their careers.  Our Testing Taking Strategy program was created...

This course provides an understanding of construction methods, building systems, and materials and equipment selection. It provides the construction manager with the knowledge required to effectively communicate with the various design and construction entities on a project, as well as to perform other project management tasks, including cost estimating,...

Our 32-hour program covers the fundamentals of blueprints, including common features on residential and light industrial construction projects; and also assist in the License Exam student for building contractors working towards getting their General B license, or other building trade license. Important Notes: Students must be over 22 Must have...

This course covers the basic processes of construction estimating, including types of estimates, estimate components, and pricing techniques. It also will provide participants with the skills for adjusting estimates, making estimates on labor and materials, and more. Individuals in this course will gain an understanding of this component of managing...

Before you build, write a strong contract. A contract is a set of clear, comprehensive, measurable promises that spell out what the owner and contractor should each expect. It defines responsibilities and benchmarks in terms of scope, money, and time. This 3-hour intensive toolkit describes the types of contracts that are typical for large and small...

Our ICC commercial building inspector course is the best way to prepare for your B-2 exam certification. It covers not only construction regulations and up-to-date commercial code specifics, but also detailed advice on starting and operating a commercial inspection business. Important Notes:  Students must be over 22 Must have at least 4 years...

This course provides an introduction to parametric modelling with Grasshopper. Build various parametrically responsive systems and explore generative design with grasshopper. Requirements: Basic familiarity with Rhino Course Topics: Grasshopper components and Interface Managing data Essential concepts Creating parametric assemblages Patterning...

This course delivers a concise introduction to rhino and an overview of fundamental skills for creating and editing geometry. It will be a combination of synchronous (face-to-face) and asynchronous (guided independent work) materials, to equal a total of 6 hours.  Requirements: No prior knowledge required. Bring PC laptop with rhino installed...