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About the Course

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...

Top reviews

DC

Jul 20, 2020

I thought it was a great intro coming from my Architecture background and looking forward to the other classes. I did think the information was occasionally repetitive but overall it had a great flow.

DG

Feb 19, 2021

This was a great experience. It gave the confidence to tackle such issues as Duration of Activity Schedules and many more. Learned a lot and course content will forever be my guide on future projects.

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By Paul C

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Mar 28, 2023

outstanding information and great coverage of the material

By Gustavo C

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Feb 20, 2021

Very nice !!!! lots of good and high-level information !!!

By Jose I O L

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Feb 1, 2021

Great course! Well formatted and videos had good examples.

By Tomás M

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Sep 12, 2020

This is a very good and useful course! Highly recommended!

By mark a s

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Aug 2, 2017

I really enjoy it and full of knowledge. Thanks Coursera.

By Deepak M

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May 23, 2017

Good course with great insight to construction management.

By Emanuel D d C P

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Mar 25, 2021

Excellent insight of the world of Construction Management

By Angela C

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Oct 29, 2020

Great information for overall knowledge.. 100% guaranteed

By Ali N

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Aug 24, 2020

Very important for construction manager and get knowledge

By Ricardo O

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Jul 23, 2020

Great course, don't skip the assignments and do the work.

By Prince M M

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Jul 19, 2020

Good Introductory course for the newbies in AEC industry.

By Jessica I

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Nov 19, 2019

In-depth offering that was comprehensive and worth-while.

By Alex M J

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Oct 27, 2019

Very insightful course in construction project management

By Ali L

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Oct 19, 2018

Thank you very much for your effort , such a great course

By George M Q

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Mar 15, 2017

itisa really industry related programme and very useful .

By R J W

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Dec 5, 2016

Easy to grasp. Love that I can listen to lecture anytime.

By Ian T G

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May 1, 2023

Good refresher. Lots of great information and learning.

By Wesley A

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Mar 30, 2022

Love thise course... will watch this over and over again

By Tracey A N

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Apr 20, 2021

A great foundation for learning Construction Management!

By Adnan A

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Mar 13, 2021

this is the best course and it helps me lot in my career

By Paula J

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Sep 11, 2020

Can't wait to take the remainder of this specialization.

By Shamma A D

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Jul 8, 2020

Excellent course. .very useful for my career development

By Lourens B

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Aug 20, 2019

Excellent course to get your feet wet and to build upon.

By Laid M

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Oct 6, 2018

Very good course , with talented instructors thank you .

By Lo P M

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May 31, 2018

Very useful for beginner! Very useful and comprehensive!