The industry and profession in construction management is big business. The construction industry will continue to play a key role in society.
Opportunities in construction management are endless. The course covers some of the following topics:
1. Characteristics that define the construction industry.
2. Four major sectors of construction management projects.
3. Current trends within the construction industry and role in society.
4. Skills to lead construction, specifically the Owner, Designer, and Construction Manager, and key
stakeholders.
5. This course concentrates on the people who fill the roles of owner, designer, and construction
manager, and must understand the following:
Responsibility and authority of the key construction management participants.
1. How is the construction industry changing?
2. Construction companies need leaders.
3. Continuous quality improvement.
4. The three forms of business organizations.
5. Characteristics of an effective construction management leader.
6. The art and science of organizing and leading a construction management project.
7. How the life of a facility goes through phases starting out as an idea combined with money and a project is born.
8. Understand planning, design, and construction tasks and how people are involved in the lifecycle of a building.
9 . Analyze the need for the facility and whether it is economically feasible. This is life-cycle cost
analysis.
10. Differentiate construction workers , their construction trade , and work experience.
11. What is the employment growth in the construction industry?
12. Differences in building construction projects and infrastructure projects.
13. How to use project management techniques in construction management.
14. Best practices in communication skills and field operations.
15. Construction methods and materials.
16. The role of civil engineering and other engineering disciplines.
17. Improving your construction experience and benefiting from real world lessons learned.
18. Architects design the project. Construction management professionals build the project at the
construction site. All parties need to work in harmony to fulfill the functions that must be performed.
The Construction Management Industry and Profession
University of Maryland, College Park via Coursera
Overview
Syllabus
- Week 1 - The Construction Industry and Career
- Week 2 - Project Players
- Week 3 - Management and Leadership
- Week 4 - Project Chronology
- Course Final
Taught by
Neil R. Schulman
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5.0 rating, based on 18 Class Central reviews
5 rating at Coursera based on 11 ratings
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I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and regarding my interest in construction management, I decided to attend this course.
This course explains what construction management really is, and it does explain all of the aspects of it. Two things that I adore about this course are the wrap-ups at the end of every module and the very useful advices that the professor gives the students, regarding his long experience in the field. Keep up the good work! -
I recently finished the Construction Management Industry and Profession course from the University of Maryland, College Park on Coursera, and it was an amazing experience! This course gave me a thorough and detailed look at the construction manageme…
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The Construction Management course from the University of Maryland provides an insightful overview of the industry. The content is well-structured, covering essential topics like project planning, cost management, and quality control. The instructors are knowledgeable and engage students effectively. I particularly appreciated the practical examples that illustrate real-world challenges in construction management. However, I would have liked to see more interactive elements or case studies to enhance the learning experience. Overall, a valuable course for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of construction management.
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I found the University of Maryland's Construction Management Industry and Profession course to be a valuable learning experience. The course materials were well-organized and the video lectures were informative and easy to follow. I particularly appreciated the insights into the various roles within the construction industry, especially the in-depth look at project management.
While I would have liked more hands-on exercises or case studies to reinforce the concepts, the course provided a solid theoretical foundation. It's a great starting point for anyone looking to gain a better understanding of the construction industry.
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This course was a great introduction to the industry. It provided a solid foundation in key concepts like project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management. I particularly appreciated the insights into the roles of different stakeholders and the challenges involved in managing complex construction projects. This course has equipped me with valuable knowledge and skills that I can apply to future endeavors in the construction field.
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This course is excellent. Straight forward and thorough, it’s extremely well organized and broken down into digestible modules which allow you to contextualize each part of the process within the overall industry. The spoken pace of the instructor is perfect for processing simultaneously, and the notes, quizzes and other supporting tools take the course from good to great.
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Very informative course! I really learned a lot about construction management. It actually peaked my interest in learning more and possibly getting certified. The spoken pace of the instructor is perfect for processing simultaneously, and the notes, quizzes and other supporting tools take the course from good to great.
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Very informative course! I really learned a lot about construction management. It actually peaked my interest in learning more and possibly getting certified. I have always wanted to become a project manager so this is another interest that can lead to that.
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The course provides a comprehensive overview of the construction management industry, covering key topics such as project planning, budgeting, procurement, and risk management. The materials are well-structured and easy to follow, making complex topics accessible.
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This course was a valuable learning experience with a lot of practical insights. With some additional interactive features, hands-on tools, and industry input, it could become even more effective at preparing students for real-world challenges.
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This was a very informative and well organized course. I recommend this course to anyone looking to get into the construction business, be it in construction management on the field or even a corporate position.
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This course offers a solid introduction to construction management. It's ideal for beginners and provides valuable insights into the industry and the role of a construction manager.
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A3-35 Harshit Agrawalthis was really a nice course i could learn so much through i really appreciate the way the teachers were teaching i would be looking forward to learn such courses -
It was the great experience to part of the programme, I would highly recommend it,, the challenge I don't know how to access the Certificates
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Informative and fast passed, eat to complete in your down time. Great for brushing up in our learning new project management concepts.
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Very Informative course!
Easy to navigate and well thought out in concise chunks.
Recommended for anybody in the construction industry. -
The course was highly informative, providing me with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of construction management.
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Insightful course on construction management, covering industry essentials with clear examples and guidance.
