This self-paced six module Introduction to Concrete seminar is an introduction to both Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) and Asphaltic Concrete. PCC, hereinafter called concrete, is arguably the world's most used construction material. Students will become familiar with the materials and properties of each along with the manipulators used including fromwork, additives, and reinforcement.
Notes
Course fee $250
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
CP 9101 [01] - Introduction to Construction Estimating
Class Number: 10386 |
CEU:
4.5 | Fee: $576
Instructor
Location
Online
Description
This online course is a self-paced class which is the gateway to more complex and trade specific estimating courses. This is designed to help estimators polish their estimating skills and learn the basic skills that are absolutely required to produce successful construction estimates.
Students who successfully complete Introduction to Construction Estimating will learn the basic principles of construction estimating.
Learning objectives include:
- Organization of the estimate.
- Types of estimates.
- Elements of an estimate.
- Quantity take off techniques.
- Understanding pricing techniques.
- Adjusting the estimate for a variety of variable factors.
- Estimating labor, materials and equipment.
- Profit and overhead markups.
Upon completing this course the student will understand the different types of estimates and how to organize an estimating document.
Textbook: Introduction to Construction Estimating
Construction Estimating and Bidding in Building Construction 2nd Edition, by the Associated General Contractors of America
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
This construction math online class is self-paced and intended to develop mathematical skills that can be applied to the construction trade through practice and application. This course is an introduction to other courses in construction. While this class is not a prerequisite for any other classes, it does provide a foundation for them.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this class students will be able to:
- Use and understand all operations on fractions and decimals that are common to the construction industry.
- Convert measurements from fractions to decimals.
- Calculate area, and volume of various shapes.
- Convert measurements from cubic feet to cubic yards.
- Measure the volume of concrete footings, slabs, walls, and columns.
- Calculate board feet.
- Calculate and measure for basic constructions in wood and concrete.
Textbook: CP 9102 Essential Construction Math
Mathematics for Carpentry and the Construction Trades, by Alfred P. Webster and Kathryn B. Bright.
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
This construction blueprint reading class covers a foundation skill in construction. All construction professionals, regardless of whether they are working in the field or in the office, must know how to read blueprints. Blueprint reading does require practice and some basic knowledge of blueprints.
This online blueprint reading course is designed to provide students with that foundation knowledge and enough practice at reading blueprints to get started. Mastery of blueprint reading will come with practice and with using blueprints on the job on a regular basis.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this blueprint reading online class students will:
- Have an elementary knowledge of blueprint reading as it relates to building construction projects;
- Understand in general terms the design process and the role of design professionals;
- Be able to find trade information using blueprints;
- Be able to answer basic construction questions related to layout and installation of materials at the jobsite;
- Be able to identify elementary problems or short comings of the blueprints in use.
Textbook: Construction Blueprint Reading
Link to: Blueprint Reading for Construction, 7th Edition Goodheart Wilcox, by Walter Brown and Daniel Dorfmuller. Be sure you are getting the correct edition of the book and, if you are buying a used book, make sure that all of the drawings are included.
Important Note!! Whoever you order the book from, be sure they include the blueprints with the textbook. The book comes with a set of blueprints we will use in class but some students have reported the book being sold at a discount without the blueprints.
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
The first of two hands-on detailed estimating courses in which students learn how to estimate general conditions, site work, excavation, concrete and masonry. Be sure to look over the prerequisite knowledge for this class.
To do well in this CP 9105 estimating and bidding course students should already have the following skills:
- Know how to read blueprints
- Know how to use a spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel, Numbers (Mac), or the spreadsheet software found in open source software programs (i.e. LibreOffice, Open Office)
- Have a basic knowledge of construction estimating subjects including:
o Basic math skills
o Estimating terminology (quantity take off, unit price, production rate, etc.)
o Use of the calculator and architectural scale
- Be able to organize your work so it can be easily understood by others
Students should consider taking Introduction to Construction Estimating and/or Construction Blueprint Reading if they need more information in these areas before taking this class.
Learning Objectives:
- Planning for and organizing an estimate.
- Estimating the cost of general conditions.
- Preparing quantity take off of excavation and back-fill.
- Preparing a quantity take off of concrete, and form work.
- Using unit prices to price estimates.
- Preparing a quantity take off and conceptual estimate of masonry work.
Textbook: Estimating and Bidding 1
Link to: Estimating in Building Construction, 9th Edition by Steven Peterson and Frank Dagostino
Students will also need the following materials:
- A calculator
- An architectural scale
- A couple of colored pencils
- A spreadsheet program (Excel, Numbers). An acceptable free spreadsheet program can be downloaded from OpenOffice.org
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
This Estimating and Bidding 2 course features hands-on estimating and quantity take off activities associated with Metals, Wood, Doors and Windows, Finishes, Electrical, and Mechanical Estimating. We will also focus on the preparation of work-place ready estimating documents.
By the end of this online class students will be able to:
- Estimate the conceptual cost of structural metals.
- Prepare quantity take off and estimate of rough carpentry.
- Prepare a quantity take off of roofing and waterproofing.
- Use unit prices to price doors and windows.
- Prepare quantity take off and estimate various finishes.
- Prepare a quantity take off and conceptual estimate of mechanical systems.
- Prepare a quantity take off and conceptual estimate of electrical systems.
The Certificate in Construction Estimating program includes this class.
Prerequisite knowledge:
To do well in this CP 9106 estimating and bidding online class students should already have the following skills.
- Know how to read blueprints
- Know how to use a spread sheet software such as Microsoft Excel, Numbers (Mac)
- Have a basic knowledge of construction estimating subjects including:
o Basic math skills.
o Estimating terminology (quantity take off, unit price, production rate, etc.).
o Use of the calculator and architectural scale.
- Be able to organize your work so it can be easily understood by others.
Students should consider taking Introduction to Construction Estimating and/or Construction Blueprint Reading if they need more information in these areas before taking this class. Those courses are not prerequisites but they will be a part of the Certificate in Construction Estimating. Estimating and Bidding 1 is not a prerequisite.
Learning objectives
By the end of this class students will be able to:
- Perform quantity take offs and conceptual estimating for structural and miscellaneous metals.
- Prepare quantity take offs and estimates for rough carpentry and framing.
- Prepare quantity take offs and conceptual estimates for waterproofing and roofing.
- Prepare a quantity take off and conceptual estimate of various finish trades.
- Utilize conceptual estimating methods to arrive at mechanical and plumbing budgets.
- Utilize conceptual estimating methods to arrive at electrical budgets.
Textbook: Estimating and Bidding 2
Link to: Estimating in Building Construction, 9th Edition by Steven Peterson and Frank Dagostino
Students will also need the following materials:
- A calculator
- An architectural scale
- A couple of colored pencils
- A spreadsheet program (Excel, Numbers). An acceptable free spreadsheet program can be downloaded from OpenOffice.org
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
CP 9107 [01] - Construction Materials and Processes
Class Number: 10391 |
CEU:
4.5 | Fee: $576
Instructor
Location
Online
Description
This Construction Materials and Processes online course will give the student an overall understanding of materials and methods. Each week we will study one specific material category, one specific construction process, and an overall construction system. The student will have the opportunity to expand the studies to include materials and processes which are normally encountered by the student in his/her work place.
In addition the student is expected to research and report on the session materials and processes with respect to sustainable or green construction.
Learning objectives
By the end of this construction materials and processes online class students will:
- Be able to recognize quality control procedures for various materials.
- Be familiar with material manufacturing processes.
- Understand the physical limitations of the materials we are studying.
- Understand how the materials we are studying are used in construction.
- Know where to find information about materials when needed.
- Understand the regulatory environment under which materials are manufactured and incorporated into new structures.
- Know the relevant history of each material.
- Know the important aspects of how each material is used in construction processes.
Textbook: Construction Materials and Processes
Link to: Building Construction Illustrated, 5th Edition by Francis D. K. Ching and Cassandra Adams
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
The purpose of this Construction Equipment and Methods online course is to give the student an overall understanding of construction equipment and selected construction methods. This includes selection, economy, and productivity of common construction equipment and construction procedures for site development and industrial, heavy and civil construction. The course will introduce students to civil construction plans, determining earthwork quantities, equipment economics and utilization, equipment production rates, fundamentals of earth moving and excavating, loading and hauling equipment.
Learning objectives
By the end of this construction equipment and methods online class you will:
- Learn how to best utilize construction equipment on site work and heavy civil projects
- Become familiar with construction equipment and their capabilities
- Understand standard designations, sizes, and gradations of equipment
- Properly select heavy equipment based on applications, utilization, productivity, and other factors
- Understand the elements of equipment cost and evaluating investment alternatives
- Develop a basic understanding of unit price and earthwork quantities
- Develop an increased awareness of civil construction blueprints
- Be able to demonstrate awareness of construction safety related to earth moving operations
Textbook: Construction Equipment and Methods
Link to: Means Heavy Construction Handbook, 45th Edition by Richard C. Ringwald
CAT Handbook 46 Edition (free pdf download)
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
CP 9109 [01] - Practical Applications of Heavy Civil Construction
Class Number: 10393 |
CEU:
4.5 | Fee: $576
Instructor
Location
Online
Description
This 109 Practical Applications of Heavy Civil Construction online course focuses on understanding heavy civil construction methods, procedures and techniques. This includes site preparation and grading, excavation, backfill, compaction, trenching, paving, and dewatering. Discussions on the proper methods of determining earthwork quantities, estimating civil construction costs and safety implications will take place throughout the course.
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
Leadership can be learned. While some people are natural born leaders, the rest of us have to learn how to be good leaders. Leadership is one of the most important skills a construction supervisor can master.
Motivation is a subject of extreme importance to anyone who supervises people. Motivated workers are happier, more productive, more satisfied with their job and more willing to put forth extra effort. The leader who truly understands human motivation will find much success in this industry.
Learning objectives
By the end of this online class in leadership and motivation you should:
- Use various styles of leadership and determine what type of leadership behavior is appropriate for the situation
- Know the basics of the science of human motivation including the theories of Maslow and Hertzberg
- Be able to apply basic management skills, ideas and principles that will be allow you to function more efficiently as a construction supervisor
- Be able to lead by setting goals, by communicating openly and by setting a good example
- Be able to coach your workers to obtain the desired results
- Be able to get commitment from your workers and maintain control of your work crews
Textbook: Leadership and Motivation
STP Unit 1, Leadership and Motivation 6th Edition, Participants Manual
The cost of each textbook is approximately $156 plus shipping and handling. If you order a used book be sure you are getting the 6th edition.
Allow at least 5 working days between ordering the book and receiving it by the least expensive shipping. Foreign students should allow at least 2 to 3 weeks for delivery. You can have your book delivered more quickly by paying more for the shipping.
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
CP 9203 [01] - Problem Solving and Risk Management
Class Number: 10395 |
CEU:
4.5 | Fee: $576
Instructor
Location
Online
Description
This 6 online course will focus on identifying, managing and solving risk related construction problems. You will learn how to utilize select methods to reduce risk, prevent loss, and ensure a safe working environment. We will study the delegation of responsibility for safety, equipment maintenance, and common construction hazards. You will learn how to proactively reduce risk within the construction work environment. We will review proactive and reactive problem solving strategies in addition to the documentation, insurance policies, and reference materials available to the construction supervisor.
Learning objectives
By the end of this 203P Risk Management Problem Solving online class you should:
- Understand the risk management duties of the construction supervisor
- Recognize risk within the construction work environment.
- Identify and encourage human factors to achieve a zero accident workplace.
- Be able to explain the indirect and hidden costs of construction accidents.
- Be able to establish a good construction safety program for your crew and job site even if your company does not have a formal safety program.
- Understand the roles of commitment, attitudes, and training within an effective safety program.
- Explain potential hazards similar to those that create the highest number of accidents and how they can be prevented.
- Know where to find reference material and information about OSHA standards, Guide Publications, and regulatory information.
- Understand how to manage crisis situations
- Know how to conduct accident investigations.
- Know how to prepare a plan for project loss control that includes construction insurance, protection of underground utilities, and controlling job site theft.
- Explain Experience Modification Rate and determine the effect the rate has on your labor costs. Be able to perform calculations using the EMR.
- Understand the role that construction contractual relationships play in controlling job site safety. This subject includes managing subcontractors for safety compliance.
- Know how to recognize and control substance abuse on the job site.
- Know how to participate in a safety inspection conducted by a regulatory agency.
Textbook: Risk Management Problem Solving
Unit 6, Risk Management and Problem Solving Participants Manual
The cost of each textbook is approximately $50. You will need either the Kindle app or the Kindle Cloud Reader on your computer.
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
CP 9205 [01] - Construction Planning and Scheduling
Class Number: 10396 |
CEU:
4.5 | Fee: $576
Instructor
Location
Online
Description
Students will learn how to plan, prepare and update construction project schedules in this course. We will study construction planning and will practice preparing a project plan.
Through the use of case studies we will learn how to define construction activities, determine activity duration, and assemble the activities into a logical construction schedule. We will learn to create and use bar charts and critical path schedules.
Methods for communication of the project plan will be applied in work shop type activities. We will study the use of computers in construction scheduling and investigate some of the popular scheduling programs currently in use. Other topics to be studies will include: assigning constraints, inputting resources, formatting options, sorting and filtering. Updating the schedule and the use of short interval production schedules will be stressed. Applying scheduling information to change orders, payment schedules and acceleration situations will be studied.
Learning objectives
By the end of this Planning and Scheduling class students will:
- Become familiar with the process of project planning and the efficiencies derived from planning.
- Be able to define schedule activities and assign reasonable durations to the activities.
- Know how to sequence the activities for logical project flow.
- Be able to prepare a short procurement schedule.
- Be able to prepare a bar chart schedule and use it properly.
- Learn about schedule float and understand how float can be used to delay or lengthen activities and to smooth manpower requirements.
- Be familiar computerized scheduling and understand both its limitations and advantages.
- Be able to apply constraints, sorts and filters to a computer generated schedule.
- Understand what resources are and how they can be coordinated with the schedule.
- Know how to use the schedule as a resource for crew and manpower assignments.
- Be able to apply methods for monitoring, comparing and updating the project schedule.
- Understand how to use the short-term schedule as a communication tool.
- Learn about schedule acceleration methods and how to apply them.
- Learn how the schedule is used as documentation for changes and disputes.
Textbook: Planning and Scheduling
STP Unit 5 Participants Manual: Planning and Scheduling, 2015 Edition.
The cost of each textbook is approximately $156 plus shipping and handling. If you order a used book be sure you are getting the correct edition.
Allow at least 5 working days between ordering the book and receiving it by the least expensive shipping.
Foreign students should allow at least 2 to 3 weeks for delivery. You can have your book delivered more quickly by paying more for the shipping.
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
CP 9206 [01] - Construction Productivity and Cost Management
Class Number: 10398 |
CEU:
4.5 | Fee: $576
Instructor
Location
Online
Description
It is every supervisor's goal to complete their project on time and within the estimated budget. This Productivity and Cost Management course is intended to teach the skills necessary for effective control of construction costs at the job site.
We will study construction cost and apply principles and practices associated with cost awareness and production control to each element of the project. Cost control begins with the estimate and then continues through work and cost analysis, production scheduling, reporting, production control and ends with project evaluation. The information will be studied by solving common construction problems, the consideration of case studies and discussion of common cost control issues.
Learning objectives
By the end of this class students will:
- Understand the estimating and quantity take-off process and how they are associated with construction cost control.
- Be familiar with the content of a typical construction estimate.
- Be able to evaluate subcontractors and participate in the subcontractor selection process.
- Know who has responsibilities for cost control and understand the risks associated with construction contracting.
- Learn how to increase productivity by using labor and equipment efficiently.
- Understand the general relationship among project estimating, productivity planning, measurement, project planning, scheduling and project control.
- Gain additional insight into the process of planning labor crews and preparing for labor costs.
- Know how to identify labor cost problems and solve the problems using project cost data.
- Learn several techniques for managing subcontractors at the job site.
- Learn strategies for using cost control data to influence the work and minimize negative cost impacts.
- Understand how to the evaluate project after completion and determine strategies for future projects.
- Know how to participate in a project debriefing and understand the value associated with debriefing.
Textbook: Construction Productivity and Cost Management
Link to: STP Unit 5 Participants Manual: Improving Productivity and Managing Project Costs
The cost of each textbook is approximately $50.
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
The purpose of this 308 Construction Project Management online course is to provide a framework for understanding the project manager's roles, responsibilities, processes and procedures. Student will learn the stages of the project, dispute resolution, project financing, feasibility, bidding and contracting..
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.
See our Certificate in Project Management
Learning objectives
By the end of this Construction Project Management online class students will:
-Know the different project delivery systems and how each affects the role of the project management team
-Understand owner feasibility studies, methods of delivery, programming and design
-Know how to manage the flow of project information during the various phases of the project.
-Be able to manage various types and sources of risk that are the primary responsibility of the project supervisor
-Understand the role of planning and scheduling in the pre-construction phase of a construction project
-Understand the how and why of estimating
-Be able to manage the mobilization and organization of a project in the field
-Understand the basics of expediting materials, equipment orders, and the inspection and approval processes
-Understand how project financing and insurance plays a role in modern construction management, cash flow, and project cost control
-Understand the typical contracts used in the construction industry
-Understand and recognize the Specifications and the Order of Precedence and its use in risk management
-Be able to coordinate the close out of a construction project.
-Determine the best course of action to getting paid
-Be able to apply subcontractor management techniques
-Understand how corporate policies and procedures can affect the management of the project.
Textbook: CP 9308 Construction Project Management
Link to: Construction Project Management A Complete Introduction by Alison Dykstra, AIA, CSI ISBN 978-0-9827034-9-6
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
CP 9310 [01] - Practical Applications of Construction Law
Class Number: 10402 |
CEU:
4.5 | Fee: $576
Instructor
Location
Online
Description
The purpose of the 310 Practical Applications of Construction Law online course is to provide a framework for understanding the legal environment in which construction takes place. Students will learn the stages of contracts, how to avoid litigation, methods to protect yourself/ your company in a litigious society, understand the legal liability of construction professionals, avoid disputes using clauses, and navigating the legality of the jobsite.
Notes
Course fee $576
Learning Mode
Online asynchronous
Class sessions are entirely online with no set day/time.
Refund Information
Refund Code
Full Refund
75% Refund
No Refund
CEL_1
Class dropped one day prior to class start day
N/A
Class dropped on or beyond class start day
CEL_1SUM
Class dropped one day prior to class start day
N/A
Class dropped on or beyond class start day
CEL_2
Class dropped one day prior to class start day
Class dropped on class start day
Class dropped beyond class start day
CEL_2SUM
Class dropped one day prior to class start day
Class dropped on class start day
Class dropped beyond class start day
CEL_ACSL
Class dropped on or before September 11
Class dropped between September 12 and September 18