Emeritus
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course, participants will learn:
The Fundamentals of Project initiation, planning and scheduling.
Frameworks for risk management, project development cycle, and sustainable development
Methods used for project planning and scheduling which includes Critical Path Method, PERT, Range Estimation, Linear Scheduling and Precedence Diagram
Technologies for planning and scheduling, like Building Information Modelling, Virtual Reality, MS Project
Course Highlights
200
Video Lectures
12
Assignments
6
Live Webinars
8
Discussions
Real-World Examples
5
Target Audience
The Construction Project Management course teaches the most important concepts in managing a construction project: Project Planning and Project Scheduling. The course is aimed at those who want to become construction managers. If you currently work in the construction industry in any role and intend to become a construction manager, this course is right for you. This course is also aimed at those who want to start their careers as construction managers.
Syllabus
Module 1
Construction Industry Overview
Module 2
Fundamentals of Project Development Cycle
Module 3
Sustainable Development
Module 4
Trends & Risks in the construction industry
Module 5
Planning a Project
Module 6
Introduction of Scheduling and Construction Activities
Module 7
Critical Path Method
Module 8
Activity on Arrow
Module 9
PERT and Range Estimating
Module 10
Role of a scheduler and Line of Balance
Module 11
Trends & Technologies in Scheduling
Module 12
Scheduling for Large Programs & Risk Management
Emeritus Unique Learning Models:
This model has ensured that nearly 90 percent of our learners complete their course.
Orientation Week
The first week is orientation week. During this week you will be introduced to the other participants in the class from across the world. You will also learn how to use the learning platform and other learning tools provided.
Weekly Goals
On other weeks, you have learning goals set for the week. The goals would include watching the video lectures and completing the assignments. All assignments have weekly deadlines.
Live Webinars
Live webinars are conducted periodically, and its schedule is shared via our learning management platform and calendar invites. These sessions are conducted by EMERITUS course leaders who contextualize the video lectures and assist with assignment related questions. You can ask questions using the Q&A board or the chat box. The recorded link of the webinar is shared within 24 hours.
Follow-up
The EMERITUS Program Support team members will follow up and assist over email and via phone calls with learners who are unable to submit their assignments on time.
Learning Videos
On other weeks, you have learning goals set for the week. The goals would include watching the video lectures and completing the assignments. All assignments have weekly deadlines.
Live Q&A Sessions
The course leaders conduct Live Q&A Sessions regularly that last for an hour. This activity is to help participants clarify their doubts about the content. The schedule is shared via our learning management platform and calendar invites.
Continued Course Access
You will continue to have access to the course videos and learning material for up to 12 months from the course start date.
Assignments/Application Projects
Assignments are given out weekly and they are based on the lectures or tutorials provided. They need to be completed and submitted as per the deadline for grading purposes. Extensions may be provided based on a request sent to the support team.
Discussion Boards
It is an open forum where participants pin their opinions or thoughts regarding the topic under discussion.
EMERITUS Program Support Team
If at any point in the course you need tech, content or academic support, you can email program support and you will typically receive a response within 24 working hours or less.
EMERITUS Network
On completing the course you join a global community of 5000+ learners on the EMERITUS Network. The Network allows you to connect with EMERITUS past participants across the world.
Course FAQs
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