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In-Person Electrical Regional Training

Upcoming Classes

We will be re-opening our in-person regional classroom training. Our two-day group training sessions are intended for all levels of electrical estimators and will help boost your knowledge and expertise.

2024

Electrical Estimating and Beyond - TBD

Location: TBD
When: TBD
Cost: TBD
Description:
This is a full-day introductory course that covers the basic principles of commercial electrical estimating.
How to Register:

This includes a complete overview:

  • Introduction to estimating tools
  • Blueprints and specifications
  • Setting up the estimate
  • The steps to a successful bid
  • Job Breakdown
  • Material and labor costing and much more!

Course 1: Intro to EBM, EPIC & T&M - TBD

Location: TBD
When: TBD
Cost: TBD
Description:
This course is designed for Vision users who want to become familiar with the basic estimating operations of Electrical Bid Manager.

This includes a complete overview:

  • Job Set-Up
  • Takeoff
  • Pricing management
  • Extension and Summary reports

Course 2: EBM Extended Training - TBD

Location: TBD
When: TBD
Cost: TBD
Description:
Learn shortcuts that will cut estimating time for the jobs you bid on most.

Learn how to:

  • Use advanced features and set up personalized shortcuts
  • Easily create temporary custom items and assemblies
  • Generate an audit trail so you can manage and update your estimate
  • Simplify change orders

Course 3: EBM Lab Training - TBD

Location: TBD
When: TBD
Cost: TBD
Description:
Using real blueprints, take off a complete 12,000 sq/ft commercial office building from beginning to end.

Learn how to:

  • Create commercial electrical bids using Electrical Bid Manager
  • Read an electrical plan and consider the bid approach
  • Look for possible omissions and errors
  • Prepare a bid report for submission

Course 4: PlanSwift Electronic Takeoff Overview

Location: TBD
When: Call your Account Manager to Schedule (1.5 hours)
Cost: TBD
Description: Discover the power of integrated On-Screen Takeoff or PlanSwift. This is a 1-on-1 training session. Simplify your electronic takeoffs and reduce costly errors. Note: Course 4 is a 1-on-1 session with Vision's trainer using a provided computer.

Learn how to:

  • Basic setup and concepts in electronic takeoff
  • How PlanSwift’s measuring tools and plugins can reduce errors
  • Eliminate double entry by linking your electronic takeoff in PlanSwift to your EBM estimating software
  • Update entries made in electronic takeoff

Seats are limited.
For additional information or to register, call (800) 258-7752.

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Interested in a classroom session in your neck of the woods?  Call us at (800) 258-7752 or complete this form.

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