Selecting the right construction materials and establishing effective quality control practices are essential to ensuring that building projects meet structural, safety, and performance requirements. In this course, Professor Matthew Reiter will guide you through the properties of common structural materials, the relationships between building systems, and the quality control considerations that influence construction decisions.

You will compare the properties, limitations, and code requirements of steel, timber, concrete, and masonry while examining how material selection affects structural design and construction methods. You'll also explore foundations, gravity and lateral systems, and construction sequencing, using drawings and plans to evaluate structural components and their construction implications.

Through practical exercises and applied project work, you will develop a baseline structural quality control plan that incorporates material-specific inspection requirements and structural review criteria. You'll then adapt your plan to address project-specific risks, site hazards, and emerging construction materials and methods. By the end of the course, you'll be better prepared to evaluate material choices, assess constructability, and establish quality control practices for construction projects.

You are required to have completed the following course or have equivalent experience before taking this course:

  • Foundations of Construction Project Management
 

How It Works

Course Length
2 weeks
Effort
6 to 7 hours of study per week
Format
100% online, instructor-led
  • Construction managers, project managers, and professionals seeking to advance their construction management skills
  • Site supervisors, superintendents, field engineers, and trade leaders responsible for coordinating construction activities
  • Architects, engineers, and design professionals involved in construction planning and project execution
  • Real estate developers, construction consultants, vendors, and regulatory professionals who need to evaluate project costs, schedules, and construction requirements
  • Professionals transitioning into construction management or seeking to enter the construction industry
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