AGC Michigan has partnered with UChapter2 to provide workflow-based Bluebeam Revu training courses for design and construction professionals. Bluebeam Revu transforms PDFs into data-rich project documents, supporting everything from markup and measurement to takeoffs, estimates, and field collaboration. All training is developed and delivered by uchapter2.com and led by Troy DeGroot, a Bluebeam Certified Instructor (BCI) recognized worldwide for helping teams improve accuracy, speed, and software adoption through customized, real-world workflows. Click the date to register for an individual course or click Register Now to receive the 3-class bundle price. This 3-course series includes: Bluebeam Baseline Basics - 2 hours (November 18, 2026) Whether you're opening Bluebeam Revu software for the first time or you've been using it for years, this essential Bluebeam Revu class ensures everyone is starting from the same strong foundation. Developed by the certified instructors at UChapter2, this session teaches you how to navigate menus, toolbars, panels, shortcuts, and key settings.
You’ll also get hands-on with markup and measurement tools, plus insider tips that boost speed, accuracy, and proficiency. Learning Objectives: - Interface Navigation
- Calibration & Measurements
- Introduction to the Markups List
Bluebeam Material Takeoffs & Estimates – Basics - 2 Hours (November 19, 2026) Prerequisite: Baseline Basics Offered by the certified instructors at UChapter2, this course introduces standard measurement tools and markup customization options to help convert your highlighters into powerful takeoff tools.
With emphasis on the Markups List and workflow tips, this Bluebeam software course helps estimators improve speed and accuracy from day one. Learning Objectives: - Introduction to Viewports
- Measurement Tips & Tricks
- Custom Estimating Tools
Bluebeam Material Takeoffs & Estimates – Advanced - 2 Hours (November 20, 2026) Prerequisite: Baseline Basics & Takeoffs & Estimates – Basics This advanced class from UChapter2 takes your estimating to the next level. Learn to create custom columns, embed formulas, organize information, and export or live-link to Excel templates.
Estimators gain immediate, real-world skills they can put to work on the very next bid. Learning Objectives: - Custom Estimating Tools (Continued from “Material Takeoffs & Estimates-Basics”)
- Collecting Rich Data with Custom Columns
- Reports and Exporting Data
Course Requirements (Technology & Participation) Please ensure you meet the following requirements: - Please go to the Revu > About menu in the upper left corner of the Bluebeam interface. You’re required to have Version 2018 or newer for our Bluebeam courses. If this same window says “Unassigned” at the top, your IT department needs to assign you a license so you can login and use Bluebeam software. Make sure this is complete prior to class start time.
- If you need to purchase a Bluebeam license, use my referral link and receive discount pricing. Please allow a few days for the delivery and installation before class starts, this is not a last-minute thing.
- Attendance via tablet or phone is not recommended. You should have a mouse with a scroll wheel when attending this class. In Bluebeam there are several right-click shortcuts, and the wheel will help you zoom in/out on documents.
- 2-screen computer set-up is recommended. This will allow you to watch the instructor on one screen while practicing on the other.
NOTE: Cancellations made at least 48 hours prior to the class start time are eligible for a refund, less any applicable processing fees. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the class start time are not eligible for refunds. Additional series packages are available in 2027. Please view the Association calendar for details. Contact Viki Gotts for more information. |