Note: Bluebeam is Windows only. Macs are not compatible.
Reading construction documents and estimating costs go hand in hand, and this course teaches you how to do both with confidence. You'll analyze drawings and budgets together, using Bluebeam to connect what's on the plans to real project costs. Whether you're brand new or building on existing experience, you'll walk away with a practical foundation in construction documentation and cost management.
Rather than just reading blueprints, you'll work through plans, elevations, and sections to determine material quantities and overall project costs. By practicing document analysis and budgeting side by side, you'll develop the skills to plan projects accurately and make informed estimating decisions on real jobs.
Unit 1 10 Hours
Taught by a licensed architect, this Residential Blueprint Reading Course is designed to provide you with a thorough understanding of how to interpret and analyze residential construction blueprints. This comprehensive, instructor-led course is ideal for beginners looking to gain essential skills, as well as for seasoned professionals seeking to improve their ability to collaborate on residential projects.
Unit 2 20 Hours
Learn to interpret and analyze commercial construction blueprints in this Commercial Blueprint Reading Course taught by a licensed architect. Designed for construction professionals and students, this course focuses on mixed-use commercial projects, including hotel, retail, and parking structures. You’ll develop skills to read architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical plans.
Unit 3 20 Hours
This course will show you the purpose of construction estimating, the tools used, and the skills required for construction estimating. You will go over quantity takeoffs and how to determine prices based on estimated quantities. The course wraps up discussing cost estimate proposals and what is included and excluded when creating an estimate.
Unit 4 30 Hours
Learn how to perform accurate digital takeoffs and organize construction estimates in this Bluebeam Estimating course. Designed for contractors, estimators, and construction professionals, this course focuses on using Bluebeam Revu to generate quantity reports, streamline workflows, and prepare data for project proposals.
Unit 5 30 Hours
The course provides a clear, practical overview of the materials and systems used in both residential and commercial construction, from concrete foundations through roofing systems. It covers how key construction materials are used, their properties, and sustainability considerations, giving you the knowledge needed to make informed decisions on construction projects.
Unit 6 20 Hours
This is a comprehensive introduction to understanding and interpreting mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) blueprints. This course equips you with the skills to confidently navigate MEP plans, including HVAC systems, power and lighting layouts, and plumbing schematics. You will learn the following:
Unit 7 20 Hours
This course focuses on teaching students how to read and interpret structural blueprints used in professional construction environments. Students begin by building a strong foundation in structural assemblies and understanding why structural blueprint reading is essential to construction projects.
Attend our AI Construction Estimating with Togal.AI Course Online as a free elective (optional).
Bonus 30 Hours
Learn to use Togal.AI, the industry-leading AI takeoff and estimating platform, to turn hours of manual quantity takeoff into minutes of accurate, client-ready work. Built for estimators, preconstruction pros, quantity surveyors, and subcontractors ready to win more bids and become the fastest estimator on the team.
This program includes this certification exam as well as the exam proctoring. The exam is optional.
The Bluebeam Certified Professional Exam validates your expertise in using Bluebeam Revu for digital takeoffs, markups, and project collaboration. This certification demonstrates your proficiency with essential construction workflows and enhances your credibility in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries.
Exam detailsIf you prefer to pay your tuition over time, we have payment options to meet your needs. Finance your education through an installment plan. We also assist with documentation should your employer offer tuition reimbursement.
See the Installment plan FAQ for more information.
If you’re a company enrolling your employee or an employee seeking tuition reimbursement from your company, choose Corporate Invoice at checkout.
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My favorite aspect of the training was how the material was presented. Key points were reiterated frequently, and how complex items were presented in a way that wasn't overwhelming, which made the coursework incredibly enjoyable. A must for working adults that are interested in continuing education.
- Joseph McKenna
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We want you to leverage the skills you’ll learn. In addition to 180 hours of hands-on, self-paced training, you’ll receive one live 1-on-1 training session where you can:
Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!
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This course package is ideal for anyone in construction or design looking to improve blueprint reading and estimating skills. It’s suited for construction professionals, contractors, builders, interns, project managers, small business teams, and those entering the field, providing hands-on training to build confidence, accuracy, and a competitive edge.
Yes, this course is open to beginners. Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.
Yes, this course is eligible for our installment plan.
Learn more in the Tuition section above.
This program is available for 150 days.
You can choose when to start your access period. Once you activate, you will have 150 days to complete it (access the course materials, quizzes, projects and videos). You may request one extension of seven (7) days. Other extension requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Videos are not downloadable.
For this series of 8 courses, you are entitled to a 90% refund (your payment less the nonrefundable 10% registration fee) within 30 days of purchase for any course in the bundle that you have not accessed.
Attend our AI Construction Estimating with Togal.AI Course Online as a free elective (optional).
There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us.
This program is a discounted package of classes that is 15–25% off the individual class prices, so additional discounts do not apply.
