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Course Summary

This course provides an in-depth understanding of construction scheduling and its importance in the construction industry. Through this course, students will learn about the different scheduling techniques and tools, and how to effectively manage construction projects to ensure timely delivery.

Key Learning Points

Learn different scheduling techniques and tools used in the construction industry
Understand the importance of construction scheduling in project management
Develop skills to effectively manage construction projects and ensure timely delivery

Learning Outcomes

Ability to develop a construction project schedule
Skills to identify and manage project risks
Understanding of the critical path method and how to use it in project scheduling

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic knowledge of construction industry
Familiarity with project management principles

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online
Self-paced
Video lectures
Hands-on exercises

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Description

Learners will discover the key project scheduling techniques and procedures including; how to create a network diagram, how to define the importance of the critical path in a project network, and defining project activities float. Also covered are the fundamentals of Bar Charts, Precedence Diagrams, Activity on Arrow, PERT, Range Estimating, and linear project operations and the line of balance.

Outline

Introduction to Construction Scheduling
Construction Scheduling Course Overview

Bar (Gantt) Charts
Introducing Bar (Gantt) Charts
Using Bar (Gantt) Charts
Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Bar (Gantt) Charts
Quiz on Gantt Chart

Activity Precedence Diagrams
Introduction to Activity Precedence Diagrams
Recommendations for Building AON Diagrams
Examples of Activity Precedence (AON) Diagrams

Types of Construction Activity Relationships
Activities in a Construction Project
Types of Relationships between Construction Activities
Start to Start Relationships
Finish to Finish Relationships
Multiple Relationships
Quiz on Activity Relationships

Forward and Backward Pass Calculations
Forward Pass Calculations
Backward Pass Calculations
Example 1: Activity On Node Diagram
Example 2: AON and Forward/Backward Pass Calculations
Quiz on Activity Precedence Diagrams, Activity Relationships and Forward/Backward Passes

Critical Path
Introduction to Critical Path
Critical Path in a Project Schedule
Determining the Number of Critical Paths in a Project
Imposing Lag Durations in Critical Path
Determining Critical Path in a Start to Start Relationship
Determining Critical Path in a Finish to Finish Relationship
Critical Path Method

Activity Floats
Types of Floats in a Construction Project
Activity Floats
Determining Total Float and Free Float
Introduction to the Interfering Float
Independent Float

Understanding Work Dates and Calendar Dates
Understanding Work Days and Calendar Days
The Relationship between Calendar Days and Work Days
Charting Work Dates and Calendar Dates
Quiz on Floats and Work-Calendar days

Activity on Arrow
Introduction to Activity on Arrow
Drawing an Activity on Arrow Diagram
Numbering Nodes on a Diagram
Practice Drawing Activity on Arrow Diagrams
Advanced Activity Diagrams
Adding a Key to An Activity on Arrow Diagram
Backward Pass Calculations
Determining the Duration of a Project
Quiz on Activity on Arrow
Activity Diagram and Critical Path

Program Evaluation & Review Technique (PERT) and Range Estimating
Program Evaluation and Review Technique
Probability of Completing a Project: Normal Distribution
PERT Probability Example
PERT Example on Completing a Project
PERT Calculations: Critical Activities
Applying PERT: Range Estimating

The Role of the Scheduler in Construction Management
The Role of the Scheduler in Construction Projects
Insuring a Project Stays on Track
Keeping Accurate Records of Project Progress
Quiz on PERT and Role of Scheduler

Linear Construction Operations and Line of Balance
Linear Construction Overview and Examples
Line of Balance (LOB)
LOB Diagram
LOB Example: Develop a Schedule
Visualizing LOB
Quiz on Line of Balance
Line of Balance Diagram

Technology Applications for Scheduling
Technology Applications: Getting Started
Software Applications Overview
MS Project Scheduling Overview
MS Project: A Deeper Dive
Primavera P6 Overview
Primavera P6 Critical Path
Primavera P6: Gantt Chart
Primavera P6 Importing Activities and Running Schedule
Schedule Analysis and Applications
Schedule Application: Custom Tools
Building Information Management (BIM) Tools
Integration of the Model and Schedule Tools
Quiz on Technology Applications

Scheduling for Large Programs
Scheduling for Large Programs 1
Scheduling for Large Programs 2
Scheduling for Large Programs 3

Risk Allocation and Planning
Risk Allocation and Planning for Scheduling Overview
Risk Allocation: Defining Success
Risk Allocation Analysis
Sample Risk Profiles
Risk Assessment
Risk Allocation: Schedule and Concluding Remarks

Lean Design in Construction Scheduling
Lean: Time and Schedule
Lean: Flow
Lean Design and Lean Scheduling
Lean Scheduling and Planning
Quiz on Large programs, Risk and Lean

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Learn construction scheduling with Coursera. This course has received positive reviews from users. Many users found the course to be informative and engaging.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Informative and engaging course content

Pros from User Reviews

Well-organized course structure
Expert instructors with industry experience
Interactive assignments and quizzes
Practical applications of concepts

Cons from User Reviews

Limited opportunities for peer interaction
Some concepts may be too advanced for beginners
Lack of personalized feedback on assignments

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