100 INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION
Monday, September 14, 2026 (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM) (EDT)
Description
This course is a self-paced, four-module overview of the construction industry, its participants, and project processes. Students will explore construction types, project phases, safety practices, construction documents, and the fundamentals of estimating, scheduling, project management, and project closeout.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Understand and use standard construction terminology
- Identify different types of construction
- Develop an awareness of construction safety regulations and the role of OSHA
- Become familiar with building codes, zoning, and inspection.
- Identify and ascertain information about the careers in construction
- Identify the primary professions engaged in construction and their roles in the construction processes
- Develop an understanding of the materials and processes used in construction
- Explain and discuss the various types of contract documents
- Understand basic concepts of estimating, project management and scheduling
SEMINAR ORGANIZATION & GRADING: Organized into 4 learning modules. Plan to study once per week. In each module there is a quiz (10 points). Halfway through the seminar there is a written assignment (15 points). At the end of the seminar there is a practicum (20 points). Course modules will be released upon the completion of the quiz.
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Members=$250, Non-members=$450
SELF PACED: The Introduction to Construction course is self paced, which means there are no set class times. You must complete the course within 5 weeks as noted on the registration email yet you can work through the course as quickly as you like. There are no weekly goals and no interaction with other students. Work at your own pace. Your unique completion date is included in the registration email you will receive from our office.