Online Fundamental Construction Certificate Courses
Build practical, in-demand construction skills online, on your time.
Through our partnership with Construction Experts Inc., we offer 100% online classes to provide you with practical, in-demand construction skills. Our classes equip students with a variety of resources and collaborative practice in estimating, planning and scheduling, contract documents and construction law, practice in selecting the right equipment for the job, sustainable construction practices, applying the law to case studies commonly encountered on site, and more.
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Flexible online learning Access your courses 24/7 with no set class times. Complete coursework on your schedule while meeting structured weekly milestones.
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Industry-experienced instructors Learn from construction professionals with decades of field, estimating, and management experience across commercial and civil projects.
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Career-focused credentials Gain practical skills employers value most — from blueprint reading and estimating to project planning, supervision, and site-work.
Online Fundamental Construction Certificate Programs in Partnership with Construction Experts Inc.
You can choose to take an individual class or work towards a certificate by taking multiple classes to complete the whole certificate program. Students will receive a certificate of completion from Kennesaw State University after successfully completing each class as well as a certificate for completing a whole program.
Seminars
Shorter, introductory courses that can be taken by themselves.
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100: Introduction To Construction
Take this self-paced seminar is to understand the major roles, players, and processes in the construction industry. Become familiar with the types of construction and the processes of a construction project. This is a self-paced course.
$299
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99: Introduction to Concrete
Learn the basics of working with concrete in this self-paced seminar. Develop a deeper understanding of the most commonly used construction material. This is a self-paced course.
$299
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Certificate in Construction Estimating
Choose five courses. Numerical order is recommended for general contractors from the list below. The elective, 204: Contract Documents and Construction Law can be one of the five.
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101: Introduction To Construction Estimating
In 101 students develop foundational knowledge of the procedures, materials, equipment, and practices needed in estimating. This estimating course provides an excellent introduction to the trade-specific construction estimating courses Estimating and Bidding 1 and Estimating and Bidding 2. The information from this course can be used in estimating any trade or type of construction. This is a self-paced course.
$599
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102: Essential Construction Math
In 102 students develop mathematical skills through practice and application to the construction trades in this self-paced online construction course. Calculation of board feet, area, volume of shapes and concrete footings, slabs, and unit of measurement conversions are practiced. While this class is not a prerequisite for any other classes, it does provide a foundation for them. This is a self-paced course.
$599
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103: Construction Blueprint Reading
In 103 students learn how to read architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, roofing, and electrical blueprints in this online blueprint reading class. Practice looking up information and solving common construction problems by reading the blueprints. Of all the construction blueprint reading classes, this online blueprint reading class gives you independent practice, opportunities to solve problems as a group, and flex your plan reading muscles in many ways. This is a paced course.
$599
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105: Estimating and Bidding 1
In 105 students learn how to estimate general conditions, site work, excavation, concrete and masonry in this two part series of hands-on detailed estimating courses . Be sure to look over the prerequisites for this course. This is a paced course.
$599
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106: Estimating and Bidding 2
In 106 students practice estimating and quantity take off activities associated with Metals, Wood, Doors and Windows, Finishes, Electrical, and Mechanical Estimating. You may take Estimating and Bidding 1 and 2 in any order. This is a paced course.
$599
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107: Construction Materials and Processes
In 107 students develop foundational knowledge of construction materials and processes that utilize concrete, brick and CMU, metals, wood products, roofing, and more in this online construction course. Understand and report back on how materials and processes function in green construction. An overall construction system will be covered each week. Expand your studies to include materials and processes which are normally encountered by the student in his/her work place. This is a paced course.
$599
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114: Estimating Civil and Site Work Construction
In 114 students will develop foundational knowledge of estimating for heavy civil and site work construction projects. This course will cover reading and understanding civil construction plans, determining earthwork quantities, determining crew make-up, and fundamentals of estimating various civil and site work components. This is a paced course.
$599
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Certificate in Heavy Civil Site Work Construction
Complete all four of the following courses and one elective course. The order does not matter, but they are listed in the suggested order.
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110: Civil Blueprint Reading and Materials
In 110 students will gain an overall and elementary understanding of civil construction blueprints and materials in this blueprint reading class. This includes understanding and interpreting civil construction blueprints, reading specifications, manufacture and use of civil construction materials such as aggregates, concrete, asphalt, pipe, and geosynthetics. This is a paced course.
$599
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109: Practical Applications of Civil Site Work
In 109 students develop a deeper understanding of civil construction techniques in this online construction course. Students will discuss site preparation and grading, excavation, backfill, compaction, trenching, paving, and dewatering. This is a paced course.
$599
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108: Construction Equipment and Methods
In 108 students get an introduction to civil construction plans, determining earthwork quantities, equipment economics and utilization, equipment production rates, fundamentals of earthmoving and excavating, loading and hauling equipment in this self-paced online construction course. This is a paced course.
$599
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114: Estimating Civil and Site Work Construction
In 114 students will develop foundational knowledge of estimating for heavy civil and site work construction projects. This course will cover reading and understanding civil construction plans, determining earthwork quantities, determining crew make-up, and fundamentals of estimating various civil and site work components. This is a paced course.
$599
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Electives
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204: Contract Documents and Construction Law
Learn about common construction contract clauses and how to read a contract. Construction disputes including differing site conditions, claims, delays, and construction defects will be studied. This is a paced course.
$599
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205: Planning and Scheduling
Learn and apply basic construction planning and scheduling skills. Prepare bar chart schedules and critical path schedules. Read complex project schedules and understand the basics of project management by scheduling. Employ acceleration techniques. This is a paced course.
$599
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What can you do with these skills?
These construction certificate courses help you build practical, job-ready skills in estimating, site work, scheduling and construction documentation—so you can contribute more confidently on projects and move into higher-responsibility roles.
- Construction Estimator / Assistant Estimator Create accurate, professional estimates by interpreting construction documents and calculating labor, materials and equipment costs across common trades.
- Project Engineer / Project Coordinator Support project planning and execution by working with schedules, documentation and cost tracking to keep teams aligned and projects moving forward.
- Civil Site Work / Heavy Civil Field-to-Office Path Apply civil construction knowledge to roadwork, utilities, excavation and equipment selection—ideal for field professionals advancing into management.
- Contractor / Trades Professional Growth Build estimating and construction document skills that support contractor licensing prep, transitioning into office roles or expanding responsibilities within your trade.
These courses are designed to strengthen the skills employers value most—estimating, supervision, civil construction and construction practices—helping you increase your earning potential and leadership opportunities without committing to a full degree.
Why Pursue a Construction Certificate?
Certificate programs provide focused multi-course training in areas employers value most: estimating, project management, supervision, civil construction and construction practices.
Earning a certificate demonstrates a professional commitment to excellence, growth and leadership. With flexible, accessible coursework, you can strengthen your expertise, build real-world resources and insight and increase earning potential without committing to a full degree.
Join Us at Open House!
Join us on the first Wednesday of every month to meet our CPE team from the Healthcare, Community, Legal, Management, and Technology areas to help answer any questions. Prospective students are invited to drop by the KSU Center between 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm to connect.
Frequently asked questions
Have questions about our online fundamental construction certificate programs? Start with these common answers, or connect with our team for more details.
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Can I take just one class, or do I have to complete the whole certificate program?
Yes, you can take just one class or complete the full certificate program. Students receive a certificate of completion after each class, and then another certificate once they complete all required courses for the full certificate program.
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How long is each class?
Most classes are 10 weeks long. Seminars are 6 weeks.
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What time does class meet?
There is no set class time. The classroom is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so you can complete coursework whenever it fits your schedule.
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What is the difference between self-paced and paced classes?
Self-paced classes can be started at any time and completed as slowly or as quickly as you like, as long as you finish within 10 weeks. This option is designed as an independent study format without interaction from other students.
Paced classes follow a 10-week term with weekly due dates built into the course structure. A new module is released every Sunday, and assignments are due the following Monday at 2:59 AM PST. You have 8 days to complete each lesson before moving on to the next module. Instructor support and interaction with other students are available through discussion forums.
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What is the weekly schedule like?
Course workload and structure vary by class type. Self-paced courses allow you to work on your own schedule within the 10-week access period.
Paced classes are designed for steady weekly engagement. Review the textbook reading and lesson materials each week to stay on track. Suggested post-by dates also help keep discussion participation timely and focused.
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Can I take multiple classes at one time?
Each class typically requires about 3 to 5 hours of work per week. Most students who are working full-time take 1 or 2 classes at the same time. We generally do not recommend taking more than 3 at once, but the right number depends on your schedule and what you can realistically manage each week.
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Do I have to take the classes in order?
Most courses are designed to stand alone, but we recommend following the suggested sequence in numerical order to maximize learning outcomes.
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How long does it take to complete a certificate program?
Most students complete a certificate program in about a year, but you can take longer if needed. Students have flexibility to move through the program at a pace that works for their schedule.
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Who are the instructors?
Instructors are experienced construction professionals who bring decades of field and estimating experience to their teaching. Each instructor holds advanced credentials in construction management, construction, engineering, architecture, or business.
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I have completed all the required courses for a certificate program. Now what?
Reach out to the Program Coordinator, Melisa Gonzalez, so a program certificate can be prepared.
Ready to build your future in construction?
Whether you’re new to the industry or ready to grow into leadership, our online construction certificate programs are built to help you gain practical, job-ready skills on your schedule.