Quantity Surveying & Estimation Mastery: AutoCAD, Excel, BBS (Udemy.com)
Learn Quantity Takeoff, BOQ, Rate Analysis, BBS, AutoCAD & Excel Estimation with Real Projects for Practical, Job-Ready
Created by: Akshay Kamath
Last updated May 2026
What you will learn
- Understand the complete Quantity Surveying process from site data to BOQ finalization
- Prepare accurate BOQs (Bill of Quantities) using industry-standard formats and Excel templates
- Create detailed and professional Bar Bending Schedules (BBS) from structural drawings
- Perform Rate Analysis for civil works including concrete, brickwork, plaster, etc
- Use AutoCAD for quantity take-off, measuring dimensions, and marking structural elements
- Analyze and interpret structural and architectural drawings confidently
- Use Excel for quantity sheets, rate analysis, BBS automation, and final estimation reports
- Improve job-readiness for roles such as Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, Planning Engineer, and more
- Gain a solid foundation to confidently appear in interviews & field assignments
How it compares
Against the other 503 rated Udemy courses in Teaching & Academics on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.4 out of 5higher than 27% of them
- Reviews1,042#141 of 504 by number of reviews
- Length54.6 hourslonger than 97% of them
- Last updatedMay 2026more recently than 88% of them
Course Description
Become a Job-Ready Quantity Surveyor & Estimation Engineer by mastering BOQ preparation, quantity takeoff, rate analysis, BBS, AutoCAD measurement, and Excel estimation, all using real residential & commercial projects.
This course is designed for Civil Engineers, QS professionals, site engineers, diploma students, and job seekers who want to build strong career skills and land high-paying roles in construction, contracting, real estate, and infrastructure industries.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, you will confidently master:
1. Quantity Surveying Fundamentals
Understanding drawings (plans, sections & elevations)
Units, codes, thumb rules, IS standards
2. Complete Building Estimation
Footing, columns, beams, slabs, walls
Shuttering, reinforcement, concrete & finishing quantities
Complete building measurement using AutoCAD
3. BOQ (Bill of Quantities) Preparation
Item description writing
Abstract sheet preparation
Quantity takeoff formats used in companies
4. Rate Analysis (CPWD/DSR Methods)
Labour, material, machinery cost
Concrete, plastering, flooring, painting
Excel rate analysis templates
5. Bar Bending Schedule (BBS)
Cutting lengths of footing, column, beam, slab bars
BBS table preparation in Excel
Real structural drawings used for practice
6. AutoCAD for Quantity Takeoff
Measuring lengths, areas, perimeters & volumes
Layers, Xrefs, dimensioning
Extracting quantities directly from drawings
7. Excel for Estimation & Costing
BOQ formatting
Pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP
Cost sheet preparation
Real Projects Included
You will work on:
G+2 building project
Apartment project
Foundation estimation
Concrete quantity sheets
Bar bending schedule sheets
This ensures you get practical, site-based, industry-ready QS experience
Who Should Take This Course?
Civil engineering students & fresh graduates
Site engineers, diploma holders, and junior civil professionals
Freelancers, consultants, and planning engineers
Anyone looking to upskill in quantity surveying or cost estimation
Certification & Career Readiness:
After completing this course, you’ll be equipped to work as a:
Quantity Surveyor
Estimation Engineer
Site Execution Engineer
Cost Control or Planning Engineer
You’ll also be confident in applying your skills in job interviews, internships, and real-time project coordination.
What You Get:
50+ hours of video lectures
Real drawings
Practice assignments
Certificate of Completion
Lifetime access and updates
Support through Q&A section
Don't just learn theory — master practical quantity surveying with tools used by professionals and get ahead in your civil engineering career.
Enroll now and take the first step toward becoming a skilled Quantity Surveyor!
Quantity Surveying
Quantity Surveying Course
Quantity Takeoff
Building Estimation
Construction Estimation
BOQ Preparation
Rate Analysis
Bar Bending Schedule (BBS)
AutoCAD Quantity Takeoff
Excel Estimation
Civil Engineering Estimation
Billing Engineering
Estimation and Costing
Practical Quantity Surveying
Civil Estimation Course
quantity surveying, estimation, BOQ, BBS, rate analysis, civil engineering, AutoCAD quantity takeoff, construction estimation, billing engineering, Excel estimation
Instructor Details
- 4.4 Rating
1,042 Reviews
Akshay Kamath
Top Rated Instructor l University Gold Medalist | Civil Engineer | Educator l
By the Numbers
128,394+ Total Learners
8,329+ Verified Reviews
4.5 * Rating on Udemy
6 Best Seller Courses in Construction
About Akshay Kamath
I have 8 years of combined experience in the Construction and Teaching domains. Over the past 5 years, I have been actively involved in the EdTech industry, guiding thousands of aspiring Civil Engineers.
My focus has been on practical site execution, drawing reading, concrete technology, and making students industry ready. Through my mentorship and training, many students have successfully secured jobs in reputed construction companies and MNCs.
Akshay Kamath is a Civil & Structural Engineer with a strong foundation in both construction site execution and structural design. A University Gold Medalist, Akshay blends academic excellence with hands-on industry knowledge to create powerful learning experiences.
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Reviews
By Andrii Shybanov on 1/26/2026
I am enjoying the Quantity Surveying & Estimation Mastery: AutoCAD, Excel, BBS course by Akshay Kamath. The instructor explains things clearly and in a logical, step-by-step way, which makes even technical topics easy to follow. He speaks at a good pace – fast enough to stay engaging, but still fully understandable. The screen sharing is very helpful because you can see exactly what he is doing in AutoCAD and Excel. His microphone is not studio-perfect, but the sound quality is definitely good enough and does not distract from learning.
By Fimina Najeeb on 10/24/2025
Please provide the answers (excel sheet) for the assignments and questions provided in this course. Then , only we will be able to cross check if it correct and can rectify the mistakes. Also the materials has huge watremarks which make it difficult to understand the content. Please change that also.
By SURESH KUMAR S R on 6/23/2025
The course was very good and well structured with clear objectives. The instructor Shri Akshay Kamat sir was able to break down complex concepts into easily understandable terms, ensuring that everyone in the class grasped the material. Also the Instructor's passion for the subject was contagious, making the online learning experience enjoyable and motivating. I am giving 5 star rating to the instructor. But I disappointed on the certificate which given is in sub standard. not a correct certificate format. There is no signatures, not in a correct layout, no period of course etc. It is sure that this certificate will not accept anywhere. SO I am requesting the co-ordinator and instructor to issue a valid certificate for me at the earliest..
By Tirtham Pal on 4/10/2025
Could be much shorter, resources provided had huge watermarks covering whole pages, so they are pretty much useless, no assessment section, presentation can be cleaner. On the positive side, explanations were quite detailed.
By sagar gowda on 1/10/2025
Absolutely liked the lecture till now, I was been a site engineer with zero knowledge till now, but after taking the civil brains & udemy classes I am really gained so much of knowledge from this. A big thanks to Akshay sir. I truly admire him as a guru forever
By Axat Rathod on 10/14/2024
I recently completed this course, and it completely exceeded my expectations. The way Sir goes into every small detail is amazing. In this course, I learned Quantity Estimation, BBS, Rate Analysis, BOQ, and MS Excel, and picked up so much practical knowledge that’s super useful for my field. This course is such great value at a very low cost, and honestly, no one else is offering this much knowledge for such an affordable price. Other platforms charge way more for the same kind of content. Akshay Sir’s teaching style is clear and detailed, which really helped me understand complex topics easily. Before this, I had already taken two of his other courses—"Construction Methodology" and "Structural Drawing Reading"—and both were equally amazing. Now, I can’t wait to sign up for another one of his courses. I highly recommend them to anyone who wants quality learning at a great price!
By Kelvin Nyendwa on 8/5/2024
Yes it is a good match for me because this is what i do on a daily basis. And with an addition of this course, i believe i will be fully informed and be able to do my work efficiently and deliver on time. To me this means a lot.
By Hussain Ali on 12/16/2023
this course is good for fresh students only. If you guys have more than 2 years of experience in the field then I think there is no need for this course.
By Rays Design Consortium on 8/2/2023
Akshay makes it very easy to understand.... i am not a civil engineer but I learned all his methods and now I am confident enough to carry out quantity on my own..... truly knowledgable......one of the best courses on udemy and one of the best coach..... kudos to the team for bringing such knowledgable videos......
By Bhanu Y on 1/13/2023
Being an experienced engineer, I will highly recommend this course. It will surely help both freshers & experience civil engineers. As every video in this course is elaborated in detail with practical site images and all are in proper sequencing. Thanks for coming up with such a valuable course. WORTH FOR MONEY !!!
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