Quantities & Estimation — Complete Course
From clean takeoffs to reusable cost templates — deliver estimates with speed and precision.
What you'll learn
- Importing & scaling PDF drawings for accurate measurement
- PlanSwift takeoff tools: Count, Linear, Area, Volume
- Measuring walls, openings, floors, concrete, finishes, and MEP items
- Creating materials & parts libraries with costs
- Building reusable templates for faster, consistent estimates
- Exporting, printing & presenting estimates professionally
- Entrepreneurship: pricing services, proposals, and client communication
- Bonus: starter templates & resource packs
GHS 2,200
Duration: 6–8 weeks • Weekend & Evening cohorts
Who is it for?
Estimators, QS professionals, contractors, engineers, and students who want reliable, repeatable estimation workflows.
Windows 10/11 PC recommended. We’ll guide you on PlanSwift installation & trial setup.
What You'll Achieve
- Produce accurate, auditable digital takeoffs from PDFs
- Build cost libraries that auto‑populate estimates
- Standardize your process with reusable templates
- Present clear, professional cost breakdowns
- Turn estimation skills into income with client‑ready proposals
Capstone Project
Design a personalized 3D object (e.g., name keychain or mini house) and prepare it for 3D printing.
Syllabus Snapshot
Setup & Scaling
Install, workspace tour, import PDFs, calibrate scales
Core Takeoffs I
Count & Linear tools — walls, openings, cable runs
Core Takeoffs II
Area & Volume — floors, concrete, finishes
Templates & Libraries
Materials, parts, assemblies, markups
Estimate Build
Tie quantities to costs, verify scope & assumptions
Reporting & Handover
Reports, print/exports, client presentation
Templates Pack
Starter templates & resource packs
Entrepreneurship
Service pricing, proposals, closing clients
Gallery — Quantities & Estimation Class Moments
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior experience?
No. We start from the basics and move to professional workflows.
What software do I need?
PlanSwift on Windows 10/11. We’ll guide you on installation & trials.
Will I get templates?
Yes — we provide starter templates and resource packs.
Payment options
Installments via Paystack are accepted. Company sponsorships welcome.
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Course Outline & Sample Project
Master digital quantity take-offs and cost estimation with PlanSwift. Work on a real residential building project to measure materials and prepare a complete cost estimate
Need help? Chat with a Course Advisor on WhatsApp and we’ll recommend the right path for you.
Visit Us – at Deseret School of Design
We're easily accessible from University of Ghana (Legon), Atomic, and Adenta. Secure parking available.
Contact
Phone: +233 55 666 2426
Email: admin@dsd.edu.gh
Course Fees Increasing on January 01/01/2026 ! Enroll now at current rates before prices go up.