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Introduction to Microsoft Excel for Construction (three days)

  • Level(s) of Study: Professional / Short course
  • Course Fee:

    £675

  • Start Date(s): 17 July 2024
  • Duration: Wednesday - Friday, 9.30 am - 4 pm, three days
  • Study Mode(s): Short course
  • Campus: City Campus
  • Entry Requirements:
    More information

Introduction:

The ability to quickly undertake repetitive computations and analyse multifaceted ‘what-if’ design scenarios is a fundamental skill in the fast-paced construction industry.

It helps keep costs down and drives productivity.

This course will develop your software skills in Microsoft Excel to an advanced level, focusing on its application to construction-related problem-solving.

What you’ll study

On the course, you will:

  • get started with MS Excel using the main commands in the control ribbon
  • work with data to use formatting and excel functions
  • present your data effectively in tables, graphs and charts
  • learn how to use formulas and apply them to problem solving exercises
  • create pivot tables
  • be introduced to Macros
  • be presented with engineering problems to solve.

Further information on what you'll study

By the end of the course, you will:

  • be able to appropriately use IT resources to solve and model numerical, statistical and construction related problems
  • analyse and present findings in MS Excel
  • have built your confidence to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the software
  • have communicated clearly in written and graphical forms
  • be able to demonstrate a range of transferable skills that will be valuable in the workplace.

How you’re taught

Teaching and learning will take place using a programme of technical exercises, short project work, demonstrations and group discussions.

Entry requirements

No previous qualifications or experience is needed to access this course.

No software experience is required, although you should be confident in saving files and basic computer functions.

This course is open to professionals at any stage of their career.

If you have any queries about this course, please email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk.

Getting in touch

If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form

No previous qualifications or experience is needed to access this course.

No software experience is required, although you should be confident in saving files and basic computer functions.

This course is open to professionals at any stage of their career.

If you have any queries about this course, please email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk.

Fees and funding

The fee for this course is £675

Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.

Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course.

The fee for this course is £675

Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.

Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course.

How to apply

You can book your place via the NTU online store:

17 - 19 July 2024

You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.

You can book your place via the NTU online store:

17 - 19 July 2024

You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.