Introduction

Students will learn how to apply business management functions to a construction project.  Subjects covered will include

• planning,
• organizing,
• staffing,
• development of the project plan, and
• planning for production.

Students will learn about cost and risk control as well as developing and applying policies and procedures.  Other topics will include subcontractor management, purchasing and components of a good purchase order. Project start up and close out techniques will be covered.

Learning objectives

By the end of this class you should:

• Know how to apply basic management ideas, principles and skills to the management of a construction project.
• Know how to participate in project pre-construction planning activities to get your project off to a good start.
• Be able to show the organizational structure of the project by using an organization chart.
• Understand the role of planning and scheduling in the pre-construction phase of a construction project.
• Be able to use test models and pilot studies for planning field work.
• Be able to plan crew size and crew activities for key construction operations.
• Be able participate in project layout and start up.
• Be able to plan for efficient material handling.
• Understand the role that computers play in modern construction management and project cost control.
• Be able to apply subcontractor management techniques.
• Be able to coordinate the close out of a construction project.

Class Organization and Grading

The following table lists the learning modules, the maximum value in points a student can receive within each module, and the time in which the modules must be finished.

It is important that the student keep up with the class and not fall behind.   Course modules will be made available to students on Sunday of each week.  Class work must be completed before the following Monday.   Students will not be able to work ahead of the class although reading assignments will be made available in advance.   Actual dates that modules will become available will be posted in advance on the course calendar.

Grading Policies

Graded assignments will consist of one quiz for each module and participation in at least two class discussions.   Each quiz will count 10 points and class discussions will count 15 points per module.  You can see that I consider class discussions to be a very important part of this course.    Students learn more and learn better when they discuss the topic at hand.   For that reason, I consider the regular weekly discussions to be even more important than the weekly quizzes. Grades will be posted on a weekly basis.    You will have full access to your grade sheet so you will be able to keep track of how you are doing at all times.

Your overall grade in the course will be determined by the total number of points you have accumulated on quizzes and assignments. The grading scale is as follows:

Anything less will be considered an unauthorized withdrawal from the course.

You will be given more information about the grading and other course matters in the Orientation Module.

The Textbook

The textbook for this class is Unit 8, Managing The Project, The Supervisors Role (S). Click on this link to order the book.

If you order a used book be sure you are getting the correct edition.

Please note: The book must be purchased separately and is not included with the cost of the course.

Allow at least 5 working days between ordering the book and receiving it by the least expensive shipping. You can have your book delivered more quickly by paying more for the shipping.

Reading Ahead

This table details the reading assignments for the entire course.  This will give you opportunity to read ahead and get a jump on upcoming modules.

Withdrawal Policy

You may withdraw from this course by sending an email to cmiller@aacei.org or by conventional mail requesting to be dropped from the course. Non-attendance or notifying the instructor does not constitute officially dropping or withdrawing from a course. Students who stop attending courses without officially dropping will receive a grade of U in the class. Refunds are not automatic. NO refunds are due unless the course is officially dropped within stated guidelines in the refund schedule.

Refund Schedule

Registration

Tuition: $500 / $400 (Nonmember / AACE member)

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