Education

In this constantly changing world, continuing our education is one way we can keep abreast of advances in estimating and construction techniques. The American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) encourages a wide range of educational activities that provide learning experiences for estimators at all experience levels.

Chapter Meetings

As professionals, we are constantly seeking to improve our knowledge of estimating and the construction industry. Chapter meetings include educational talks and mini-seminars on estimating and other construction related topics.

Seminars

Our chapter holds seminars that provide educational benefits for members and non-members alike. These range from two-hour single topic meetings to seminars two days long, covering a variety of construction and estimating topics.

Higher Education

ASPE members are involved in teaching, sponsoring, and providing input for estimating courses in certificate, bachelors degree, and masters degree programs at schools, colleges, and universities throughout the nation.

Scholarships

The American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) Columbia-Pacific Chapter 54 is dedicated to advancing the study of cost estimating in construction related technical fields. To promote this objective, ASPE Columbia-Pacific Chapter 54 has established academic assistance scholarships to students pursuing a degree in Construction Management or Construction Engineering.

ASPE Chapter 54 will award two scholarships in January 2006. Students must be at least 3rd year, full time students attending school in Oregon or Washington.

The National Society also provides a scholarship fund to encourage young people to seek an education in construction-related fields.