Construction Management
Columbia University
IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK
Course Details
Construction Project Management introduces learners to Project Initiation and Planning. Columbia University professor, Ibrahim Odeh, along with industry experts join together to provide a comprehensive overview of the construction industry. There are 10 modules that allow learners to become knowledgeable of construction management within the dynamic construction industry.
Professor Odeh teaches learners about the fundamentals of the Project Development Cycle while guest lecturers discuss Lean Project Delivery method and Lean Design Behaviors. Technological advances, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), will be introduced with real world examples of the uses of BIM during the Lifecycle of the Project. The course concludes with Professor Odeh discussing the importance of project planning and scheduling and an opportunity to develop a Work Breakdown Structure.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Learn about construction management, including an understanding of the construction industry, the role of a project manager, construction contract types, and project delivery methods
Explain the fundamental principles to establish Environment, Health and Safety in the construction industry
Detail the principles and application of sustainability development in construction industry
Summarize the work breakdown structure (WBS) and estimate the construction activity duration
Learning Objectives
The fundamentals of construction management from construction industry, the role of project manager, contract types, and project delivery methods.
How to delivery lean project and maintain sustainability.
Explore technology trends and project planning.
Learn new concepts from industry experts
Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
Earn a shareable career certificate
Construction Management
Work Breakdown Structure
Project Planning