In the world of civil engineering and construction management, few names command as much respect as Rangwala . For decades, students and professionals have turned to his publications to bridge the gap between theoretical engineering principles and on-site financial reality.
Rangwala includes solved examples at the end of each chapter. Cover the solution with a piece of paper and try to solve it yourself. This is the only way to learn Quantity Surveying. Conclusion: Is it worth the search? Yes, Estimating, Costing, and Valuation by Rangwala is absolutely essential for any civil engineering student or Quantity Surveyor. However, the best way to use it is to buy a physical copy (which is relatively inexpensive compared to foreign textbooks) or purchase a licensed PDF from the publisher.
Rangwala provides specific rules for subtracting volumes for beams, lintels, and openings. Create flashcards for these. (e.g., For openings up to 3 sq. m, no deduction for jambs; for openings above 3 sq. m, deduction for jambs is required.)
