Microsoft Excel for Civil, Structural, and Construction Professionals
- Level(s) of Study: Short course; Professional
- Course Fee:
£675
- Start Date(s): Future dates to be confirmed
- Duration: Monday to Wednesday 9 am - 4 pm, three days
- Study Mode(s): Part-time
- Campus: City Campus
- Entry Requirements: More information
Introduction:
Course dates:
Future dates to be confirmed, email us to join our waitlist.
Unlock the full potential of Microsoft Excel and elevate your productivity in civil, structural, and construction projects. This hands-on course is specifically designed for anyone interested in streamlining data analysis, design calculations, and project management tasks using Excel. Whether you're new to Excel or looking to expand your skills, this course will equip you to handle complex engineering challenges with efficiency and precision.
You’ll gain practical experience in using Excel to tackle real-world problems, enhancing your ability to perform calculations, analyse data, and present findings with clarity and professionalism.
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Engage with like-minded professionals in a collaborative studio setting that encourages idea sharing. -
With a limited class size you'll have the one-to-one attention you need to ensure you leave with the skills to continue developing your designs at home or work. -
Benefit from learning with an experienced tutor who has established links to the profession and significant experience working in varied practices. -
On successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a digital badge.
What you’ll study
This course is perfect for early-career professionals in civil, structural, or construction fields who want to add high-demand Excel skills to their toolkit and advance their career.
It’s also ideal for experienced engineers who may need a refresher in Microsoft Excel to stay current. Whether you’re looking to enhance your design capabilities or want to seamlessly incorporate Excel into your workflow, this course offers you the hands-on skills to succeed.
Through practical exercises and real-life case studies, you’ll develop key Excel skills.
Transform your approach to engineering tasks with this essential Excel course designed for the needs of civil, structural, and construction professionals. Enrol now to boost your efficiency, improve data accuracy, and gain a valuable skill set that sets you apart in the industry.
By the end of this course, you’ll leave equipped with powerful Excel skills to confidently perform calculations, manage and analyse complex data, automate tasks, and create professional presentations, giving you a distinct advantage in your projects and career.
- navigate the Excel interface, using formulas, and mastering essential functions for engineering applications
- perform complex civil and structural engineering calculations, such as beam design and material quantity estimation
- create compelling charts, graphs, and visualisations to communicate data clearly
- manage large datasets efficiently with lookup tables, data validation, and conditional formatting
- customise templates and automate repetitive tasks using macros and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
- leverage advanced data analysis tools like Goal Seek, Solver, and Pivot Tables to optimise engineering and construction solutions
How you’re taught
Teaching and learning will take place using a programme of workshops, demonstrations, seminar groups and tutorials.
This course will be delivered in person on Nottingham Trent University city campus.
98% of previous course attendees were satisfied with the course, received the attention they needed and would consider doing another short course at NTU.
Contact hours
You will receive 21 contact hours of quality tuition with an experienced tutor
Careers and employability
The course is designed to prepare you to succeed in the civil, structural and construction industry.
Certificate of attendance and digital badge
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a digital badge powered by Accredible.
Your digital credential is more than just a certificate – it’s secure, verifiable, and protected against fraud through encryption and blockchain technology.
They also come with detailed metadata, including an overview of the skills you have achieved on the course, evidence of completion, and assessment criteria if appropriate.
Share your achievements seamlessly with friends, customers, and potential employers online, and proudly add your badge or certificate to social media platforms such as LinkedIn, so all the right people can see it.
Campus and facilities
You will be based in the School of Architecture, Design and Built Environment on the City Campus.
You’ll work in our spacious IT suites equipped with industry standard software including AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Cloud.
You will receive an email one week before the course starts with joining instructions on where to go for the first day.
You’ll also have access to our library to use outside of your short course; whilst you can’t reserve or take away books, you are welcome to use them as a resource for research and referencing.
Entry requirements
Level: Beginner
Entry requirement: No software experience is required, although you must have basic computer skills and be familiar with Windows operating systems and file management.
You must be over the age of 18 in order to attend this course.
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.
You will also need to bring with you:
- Notepad and pen
- Memory stick to save your files
- Computers with the software installed are available to use during the course, however, you can bring your laptop with the software downloaded if you prefer.
How to apply
You can book your place via the NTU online store:
Future dates to be confirmed.
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Any questions?
Contact the short course team:
Email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)115 848 2813