Template: SLDP: Cost Estimate (VEX)

Cost Estimate

Once a robot design is complete, a cost estimate must be generated that specifies the cost of all the materials and labor required for the construction of the design. Tabulate this cost information clearly in an Excel spreadsheet, using the materials cost list provided. Help in calculating the cost is available by reviewing how to plan the schedule and calculate costs for a project. The costs for the parts can be found on the Price list for VEX parts for robot projects.

Note: Only the materials contained in the price list for VEX parts for robot projects may be used. To use other parts, get permission from a faculty member, and also to determine the cost of the additional parts used that are not in this price list.

The cost estimate should include the following:

• Labor cost breakdown with hours and rates ($50.00 per person per hour)
• Consolidate low-cost pieces: axles, beams, bricks, bushings, connectors, gears, plates
• Consolidate low-cost electrical components: microcontrollers, breadboard, wires, motor shield
• Itemize high-cost pieces: sensors, motors, and battery
• Total cost must be shown in the bottom right corner of the table