This course provides comprehensive training in the reading, interpretation, and estimation of plumbing and fire protection projects following the technical standards and codes used in the United States. It prepares students to join teams involved in the design, estimating, and coordination of domestic water, hot water, sanitary drainage, stormwater, gas, and fire protection systems, strengthening the skills needed to collaborate remotely with U.S. engineering and construction firms. The program covers the complete workflow, from blueprint interpretation to quantity takeoffs on real-world projects, with a practical approach focused on remote work opportunities with international companies. Upon completion, students will be able to interpret complete construction drawings, identify all plumbing and fire protection systems, and perform accurate quantity takeoffs, expanding their career opportunities within the international construction industry.

REQUIREMENTS

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel).
• Familiarity with PDF markup software such as Bluebeam or PlanSwift.
• A university degree or final-year student status in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (preferred but not required).

OBJECTIVE

• To learn how to read and interpret plumbing, sanitary, and fire sprinkler drawings according to U.S. technical and drafting standards.
• Develop a solid understanding of domestic water, hot water, sanitary drainage, stormwater, and gas systems, including their components, applicable codes, and design principles.
• To learn how to perform professional quantity takeoffs and cost estimations using real-world construction projects while meeting the technical requirements of the North American market.
• Develop the technical judgment needed to identify plumbing and fire protection systems, equipment, and specialized components in construction projects.

STUDENT PROFILE

• Civil engineers and construction technicians with basic knowledge of blueprint reading, digital drafting, and computer skills, including familiarity with AutoCAD.
• Advanced Civil Engineering or Architecture students interested in expanding their knowledge of plumbing, drainage, gas, and fire protection systems while learning U.S. building standards.
• Professionals seeking to update their technical skills for remote work opportunities in the U.S. construction industry, particularly those working in civil engineering, construction, or construction estimating.

POSITIONS YOU COULD APPLY FOR AFTER COMPLETING THIS COURSE

• MEP Estimator (Plumbing)
• Fire Sprinkler Estimator / Takeoff Specialist
• Quantity Takeoff Specialist (MEP)
• Preconstruction / Bidding Assistant (MEP)
• Freelance Quantity Takeoff Specialist for U.S. contractors