This free online engineering course covers how to estimate the quantity and cost of materials used to complete projects.

Designing and building world-class edifices like the Changi Airport (Singapore) and Taj Falaknuma Palace (India) requires proper planning of every aspect of the construction work, from footing excavation to window installation and wall painting. Professional structural engineers are normally tasked with providing clients with a list of expenses that identities the materials, equipment, labour, logistics and other costs required to complete a building project. This diploma course is essential for structural engineers, building engineers and anyone who loves building technology.

This engineering and construction diploma course is designed with 100% hands-on experience in live project-based learning, which allows you to master the most vital skills in structural engineering. It is divided into five sections of structural analysis and estimation. Our first section presents an introduction to quantity estimation. We show you how to calculate footing excavation quantity, stone soling quantity, footing concrete quantity, backfilling quantity and more. The second and third sections present assignments to provide you with live project practice and effective approaches to costs and rates.

Our next section explains how to prepare a bill of quantities that includes estimates for site clearing, earthwork, brickwork and other vital aspects of the building project. We conclude by demonstrating how to perform rate analysis for all the essential segments of a building contract. Each topic in the course is explained in depth and include assignments to help you master the subject and practise your newfound skill. Quantity estimation and cost analysis are crucial skills used in construction and engineering. Sign up to earn a diploma and add both to your professional portfolio.