Construction Math Foundations

Learn the mathematics you need to succeed in a skilled trade, from taking measurements to calculating volume and weight.

Introduction

• Solve construction challenges with math
• What you should know

1. Lengths, Measurements, and Units

• Measuring and precision
• Measurements on drawings
• Converting units of measurement
• Ratios and scales in construction drawings

2. Area, Volume, and Waste

• Introduction to calculating the area of a shape
• Calculating the area of rectangles
• Calculating the area of triangles
• Calculating the area of a circle
• Calculating volume of a shape
• Waste factors and materials

3. Weight Load Estimation

• Calculate weight per square foot
• Calculate weight per linear foot
• Calculate weight by volume

4. Elevation, Grade, Rise, and Run

• The 3–4–5 method
• Calculate total length
• Calculate total fall
• Calculate grade

Conclusion

• Conclusion and next steps