Title: (Optional) Estimate material quantities.
Course: Drafting: Architectural (21102-III) > Section: Performing Architectural Drafting and Design Operations with Extensive Use of CADD

Estimation should be performed for the following:

- Square yards of concrete for footings
- Number of concrete masonry units (CMUs) or square yards of concrete for masonry foundation wall
- Quantities of various sizes of lumber for floor framing, wall framing, and roof framing
- Quantities of wall and floor coverings and moldings
- Quantities of roofing and siding materials
- Quantities of plumbing and electrical fixtures and materials
- Quantities of decking and porch materials, if applicable

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the consequences of inaccurate estimates of materials?
- How does a knowledge of standard building materials benefit the estimator?