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SUMMARY:Excel for Contractors* Basics *May 19-20*
DESCRIPTION:Excel  Foundations for Construction \n Please join Curtek for this hands-on course which introduces the essential functions of Microsoft Excel in the context of commercial construction workflows. Participants will learn how to build and format spreadsheets for estimating\, daily reporting\, material tracking\, and project management — with practical examples drawn directly from jobsite and office environments. \nIntended Audience:\nDesigned for estimators\, project coordinators\, site administrators\, forepersons\, and trade office staff who want to use Excel more effectively for construction-related tasks such as budgets\, takeoffs\, logs\, and summaries. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nConfidently navigate Excel and create new workbooks for construction\nEnter\, format\, and calculate data relevant to project budgets\, materials\, and\nUse formulas and functions to improve accuracy and\nSort\, filter\, and present data clearly using charts and\nProduce professional\, construction-ready spreadsheets for internal and client use.\n\n Materials Provided: \n\nCourse workbook (PDF)\nPractice spreadsheets and construction templates\nQuick reference guide to common Excel formulas and shortcuts\n\nPayment Information: \nPayment is due to Curtek at the time of registration. After completing the course\, submit the proof of payment and OECA will reimburse the course cost. \n \n\nXL1-Course Outline – Excel Foundations for Construction (2026)\n\n \nRegister Here
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/excel-for-contractors-basics-by-curtek-may-19-20/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260526
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SUMMARY:Blue Beam-Revu* Basics * May 26-27*
DESCRIPTION:May 26 & 27th        Online – 11:30 am- 3:00 pm \nBluebeam Revu is an industry-leading PDF markup and collaboration software designed for the architecture\, engineering\, and construction (AEC) industry. It allows project teams to review\, mark up\, measure\, and manage construction documents quickly and accurately—anytime\, anywhere. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith powerful tools for digital takeoffs\, drawing reviews\, and real-time collaboration\, Bluebeam Revu helps streamline workflows\, improve communication\, and reduce costly errors throughout the project lifecycle. \nKey Benefits \n\nAdvanced PDF markup and annotation tools\nAccurate measurements and quantity takeoffs\nReal-time collaboration with project teams\nEfficient document organization and version control\nCustomizable tools to match your workflow\n\nIntended Audience: Construction supervisors\, project managers\, estimators\, engineers\, and design professionals looking to work smarter and faster in a digital environment \nRegister Here \n  \n\nRecommended Computer Setup \nYou will need TWO screens for the training to be effective. \n\nThe first screen needs to be a Windows computer with Bluebeam Revu 2020 installed.\nThe second screen is to display the Zoom meeting. This could be a second monitor\, a larger tablet (9″ +) or a smart phone displayed on to a TV.\n\nBluebeam Revu Requirements \nYou will need a fully functioning version of Bluebeam Revu 2020. Any Windows version is ok (Standard\, CAD\, or eXtreme). The Mac version will not work. If you have an older version\, you can download a 2020 trial and install it ‘side by side’ your existing install. This will allow you to continue to use your older version without losing your license and you can use the new version to follow along in the training. \nYou can download a free 30-day trial here: https://www.curtek.ca/bluebeam-trial
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/blue-beam-revu-basics-2-2/
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SUMMARY:Microsoft Excel - Basic* May 27 & June 3
DESCRIPTION:Excel for Construction Basic\n (1:00pm-4:00pm/ 2 sessions)  \n(2 Gold Seal Special Industry Credit (SIC) \nDo you calculate production rates? Keep track of costs or budgets? Excel makes these tasks easy\, and it gives you a record of all your calculations (unlike your calculator). Excel makes it easy to verify your work and enter changes. Construction professionals will use Excel to create estimates\, track expenses\, monitor production rates\, and manage job-based financial performance. \n\nTopics Covered\n\nBasic Excel spreadsheets for estimating\nNumerical calculations and formulas\nCreating simple estimates and budgets\nCharts and basic reporting\nIntegrating Excel data into Word documents\nCalculating production and material usage rates\n\nExpense & Job Tracking\n\nExpense tracking and overtime calculations\nJob and equipment record-keeping\nSubtotals by job or location\nFilters and IF statements for analysis\nLinking multiple workbooks for job tracking\n\nAnalysis & Reporting\n\nYear-over-year comparisons\nFormatting and conditional formatting\nLinking and exporting report\n\n  \nWebiste flyer – MS Excel for Construction (Basic) Remote Course\n\n\n\n\n\nMicrosoft EXCEL - Basic ( 2 Parts )\nMicrosoft EXCEL - Basic ( 2 Parts )\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    Company Name\n        *\n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n    Attendee\n        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n    Email\n        *\n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n    Attendee\n        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n	Email\n		\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n    Attendee\n        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n	Email\n		\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n	Captcha\n		\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n	\nSubmit\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n			\n			\n				If you are human\, leave this field blank.
URL:https://ecaottawa.org/training/microsoft-excel-basic-2-parts/
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