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Module will introduce students to various construction technologies being utilized by industry to enhance the Project Managers ability to successfully manage all aspects of the project.  Technologies to discuss should include but not be limited to:  Bluebeam Revu, Digital platforms for Last Planner implementation, Total station, Drones, and 3D Printing/Additive manufacturing, and eCMS.

This module will provide students an overview of the close-out and warranty processes to include all necessary requirements to successfully close out a project and how to properly identify and resolve warranty issues.  Discussion should mention eOMSI/O&M package submissions as well as the importance of updating inventories, submission of as-built drawings, and training of personnel on newly installed equipment.

Module will provide students an understanding of the various scheduling techniques, considerations, and methodologies to include but not limited to:  Critical Path Method, GAANT Charts, and Resource leveling. Lesson should also discuss productivity considerations such as weather, procurement/long lead times, and submittal register requirements and timelines.

This module will discuss the various methods of construction to include but not limited to: Modular, Partitions, Pods, Headwalls, Pre-cast systems, etc. We will first discuss how pre-fabrication relates to facilities during their initial construction and buildouts as well as the types of work that are suited for prefabrication. We further demonstrate the use of prefabrication in areas of heavy civil construction as it might relate to infrastructure such as docks, piers, & bridges.

This module will provide students an overview of the change management process and various considerations and impacts associated with changes in the design and construction process.  Discussion should include an overview of Request for Information (RFI) Management, common modification reason codes, time impact analysis, estimation of cost/time associated with changes, and overview of the request for equitable adjustment and claims process.

This module will introduce the federal acquisition process and methods. Further we will review the typical contractual relationship between the federal government and general contractor, subcontractors, and suppliers. We will then explore the different delivery systems and contracts that are used for various acquisitions.

Learning Objective: Module should discuss the various major types of construction contracts to include discussion on driving factors influencing project success and/ or failure.