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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

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.

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.

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By Ahmed A A B R

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Jan 16, 2020

It is so helpful, Thanks so much for Coursera

By Vinay R S

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Oct 8, 2019

excellent over view by the industry veterans.

By Chathuranga B

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Nov 28, 2022

It is a good course. I got many of knowledge

By Shiva R

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Nov 25, 2022

learn many things in this course very useful

By MD Z R

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Dec 12, 2020

simply awesome ,useful for student like me .

By AMMAR A

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Sep 17, 2020

It was a great course, I have learned a lot.

By Isteyak a m n

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Apr 25, 2018

topic are cleared with very good lecture....

By Kami D

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Sep 14, 2017

Perfect, That's the only thing I can say. :)

By Debargha G

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Jul 11, 2022

This course is very useful for the students

By Steven B

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Mar 6, 2021

Very informative, excellent guest speakers.

By Pradyuman S

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Jul 3, 2020

Very good course on construction management

By Muzna S

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Apr 23, 2020

Very informative and practical information.

By Sepideh s

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Apr 12, 2020

One of the best course i have ever learned.

By SHAIK B

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Apr 2, 2023

Best course to develop skills as per 2023.

By momen m

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Aug 11, 2021

it was a great experience and professional

By Anmar A

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Apr 27, 2021

Thank you so much it was a great course .

By Rizwan S

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Nov 4, 2020

The course is very informative and helpful

By Elias S

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Oct 18, 2020

I found the course useful and interesting.

By Owot D H

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Aug 12, 2020

It's really a very good course and helpful

By Ricardo J C G

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Jul 18, 2020

an excellent course, thanks you very much!

By Adil Q

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Jun 2, 2020

Very helpful, Thanks for the instructions.

By Jose R

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Apr 4, 2018

Very informative as Project Management 101

By jayachandu h

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Aug 15, 2021

The most useful course for civil students

By Suhail Q

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Aug 16, 2020

it was very helpful and provide insights.

By Rohan O

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Apr 22, 2020

Great Introduction to Project Management.