Title: (Optional) Estimate amounts of materials needed for a job.
Course: Building Trades II (17009-II) > Section: Masonry: Performing Masonry Skills

Estimation should include amounts of

- block/brick
- mortar
- sand
- wall anchors
- other materials, as determined by wall dimensions and specifications.

Calculations should be accurate and complete.

IRC: Chapters 4, 5, 6, 7, and 10 (https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018P4) provide the standards for masonry construction, from wall design to reinforcement, wall ties, anchoring, including mortar components and mix, and anchor bolt placement.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How does providing an estimate affect cost and making a competitive bid for a job?
- How can providing an accurate estimate be beneficial to customer satisfaction?
- What are some problems with estimation?
- What is included in providing a total job estimate for a customer?

NCCER Standards:

Masonry: Level One (L1NCCT28)

- 28103-04 Measurements, Drawings, and Specifications