Overview
Build your career in the MEP industry with our MEP estimation course designed to provide the trainees with the skills in making precise cost calculations, budgets for MEP projects, and material estimates. Join MEP estimation training from Engineering Design, Qatar, to get hands-on training in using updated cost estimation software tools and move your career forward.
Summary of MEP Estimation
Our MEP estimation course in Qatar provides the participants with theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for estimating the costs of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a building project. You will gain hands-on training in using software tools to make accurate cost estimates.
The main objective of the course is to help MEP and construction professionals manage and control project costs efficiently.
You will learn to understand and interpret tender drawings, apply costing techniques, prepare cost estimates, and create relevant reports and documents.
Gain technical knowledge and boost your career in the MEP industry with MEP estimation training Qatar.
In-depth Course Syllabus for MEP Estimation Course
The topics in the syllabus include:
Have an overview of the MEP systems in construction projects.
Understand the importance of cost estimation in a building project.
Find out how to understand and interpret the specifications, details, and drawings of a project.
Learn how to bid on tenders and understand the processes before and after accepting tenders.
Study the fundamentals of cost estimation
Have an overview of the mechanical systems. Understand the design and layouts of the system.
Learn how to read and understand mechanical drawings, including firefighting and HVAC.
Study the steps involved in cost estimation for different processes of HVAC systems and firefighting systems, like ducting, chilled water piping, air distribution, copper piping, firefighting piping, and fire extinguishers.
Learn about the preparation of the BOQ and material take-off. Discover the preparation of cost sheets and rate analysis.
Get practical training in the usage of software tools for making mechanical estimation.
Study the basics of electrical system cost estimation and have an overview of the various types of electrical estimates, including conceptual, detailed, and tender.
Find out how to calculate quantity take-offs for cabling systems, lighting systems, wiring systems, power distribution systems, lightning protection, and other components of electrical systems.
Learn how to estimate material cost and labor cost for an electrical system. Know how to prepare rate analysis sheets for the key electrical elements.
Become familiar with the software and technical tools for preparing BOQs and quantity take-offs.
Practical sessions with case studies and real-world examples
Have an overview of the various types of plumbing systems, like the drainage system, sanitary system, and supply system.
Learn how to read and interpret plumbing drawings. Know the symbols used in drawings.
Find out how to calculate quantity take off for water supply, drainage, and sanitary systems.
Study how to make labor cost calculation, rate analysis for plumbing fittings, and material cost estimation precisely.
Discover the preparation of BOQs and summary sheets with the right descriptions. Learn the usage of appropriate software tools.
Know the different types of estimation, including preliminary, rough, detailed, budgetary, and revised estimates.
Understand the various methods of estimation such as unit rate method, analytical estimation, detailed estimation, parametric estimation, and approximate estimation.
Study the steps in the estimation process, starting from reviewing the tender documents to the final submission.
Learn about the components of cost, such as direct, indirect, and overhead costs. Know the standard codes and regulations to be followed for cost estimation.
Practical sessions in using software and digital tools for MEP estimations.
Understand the importance of integrating MEP estimates with project costs and the role of MEP cost in the total cost budget.
Study the distribution of various costs like civil, MEP, finishing, and others in the project.
Learn about the tools and techniques used for cost integration of MEP with the total cost.
Know in detail about cost control, cost monitoring, reporting, documentation, and communication essential for cost integration.
Practical exercises on cost integration.
Essential Skills You Will Acquire
- When you complete the course, you will acquire skills in HVAC estimation, electrical estimation, and plumbing estimation.
- You will gain knowledge in preparing BOQs and calculating quantity takeoffs.
- Trainees will become proficient in handling relevant software tools.
- You will develop managerial skills in cost planning and controlling.
- Participants will be job-ready as they get career-oriented skills
Tools and Software included
The software and digital tools covered in the course include:
- AutoCAD for interpreting drawings
- PlanSwift for measuring lengths and widths, and calculating areas
- CostX for managing and estimating costs
- Digital tools like Microsoft Excel, for preparing cost sheets and cost summaries
- An overview of advanced tools like Primavera P6, ETAP, etc.
Career Scope in MEP Estimation Course
The construction industry is growing rapidly. Precise cost estimation and cost control are essential for the success of a construction project. So, there is a high demand for professionals who have completed the MEP estimation course.
You can pursue several jobs like
- MEP estimator
- MEP cost surveyor
- MEP quantity surveyor
- Cost controller
- Project coordinator
You can join in construction projects, infrastructure companies, MEP companies, MEP consultation firms, and oil & gas companies.
Who Can Enroll?
The course is apt for professionals like quantity surveyors, project engineers, cost control engineers, and MEP engineers who want to take their careers to the next level. Electrical estimating training is also suitable for engineers and diploma holders in mechanical, civil, electrical, and related fields who want to launch their careers in the MEP industry.
Why Choose Us?
Engineering Design Qatar is a renowned institute for providing technical courses, including electrical estimating training. You should choose it because of it pluses:
- A comprehensive syllabus that includes all aspects from basic to advanced
- Trained faculty with experience and knowledge in the field
- Hands-on training that makes the participants ready to face real challenges
- Flexible class schedules to suit working professionals
- Placement support and networking
- Globally recognized certificate
To get admitted, fill out the application form and submit it. If you have any doubts, contact the support team.
FAQ
A professional who calculates costs for MEP systems in a building, prepares detailed cost estimates, and ensures cost control is an MEP estimation engineer.
The scope of MEP engineering is huge. You can work in many areas of work, like infrastructure companies, construction, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, consulting, and real estate.
The duration of the course may last from a few weeks to a few months, depending on the syllabus, university, and learning mode.
Yes, it is suitable for an electrical engineer to extend his knowledge to cost estimation. It also helps in gaining tendering skills and quantity take-off skills.
Yes, it covers HVAC estimation. The topics include interpreting HVAC drawings, cost analysis for materials and labor, preparation of BOQ for HVAC systems, software usage, and estimation of equipment.
Ratings & Reviews
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I am an electrical engineer. Electrical estimating training courses from Engineering Design Qatar helped me to make cost estimation precisely. It is of great help in advancing my career.
The course gave me in-depth training in MEP estimation. I loved the practical training part. It was job-oriented. I have gained confidence to meet all challenges in my job.
I am a fresh mechanical engineering graduate. I had no idea what to pursue as my career. The MEP estimation training course was a real eye-opener. Now, I am ready to start my career as a MEP cost engineer.
I would recommend the course to both freshers and experienced professionals. It was too good.
