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INSTRUCTORS: 
Helena Lidelow, Ph.D, S.E
Maggie Ferrenz
Doug Bevier, P.E.
Greg Otto
Reed Walker

Course Length: 2.5 hours

Purpose and Background

This course will only award PDHs for completion.

Industrialized Construction (1 hour)

This presentation delves into the critical distinction between product-based and project-based approaches in construction and manufacturing. It highlights the unique challenges faced by the construction industry due to its project-centric nature, contrasting it with more predictable, product-based manufacturing processes. Key points include the complexities of orchestrating multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring timely delivery and installation, and managing variations in project requirements. The speaker emphasizes the importance of predictability and coordination in construction, advocating for improved processes to achieve better outcomes. Various strategies and methodologies are discussed to enhance efficiency and reduce risks. The content underscores the need for ongoing dialogue between design, manufacturing, and construction teams to align objectives and streamline operations​.

What You Need to Know About Modular: A Contractor's Perspective (1 hour, 12 minutes)

A national general contractor, a modular facade and structural contractor, and a modular residential startup company present their perspective of modular construction through recent case studies highlighting quality, schedule, safety, and cost benefits that designers and owners should be aware of. The presentation discusses the critical differences between product-oriented and project-oriented approaches in the construction industry. Emphasis is placed on the importance of teaching architects and designers about modular systems to improve early-stage integration and reduce conflicts. The presentation highlights the complex orchestration required in prefabrication and industrialized construction to maintain efficiency. Additionally, it underscores the significance of understanding and managing the economic impacts on developers. Finally, the discussion touches on the broader concept of total value, emphasizing how certain systems can reduce overall project costs despite higher initial expenses.

Learning outcomes and session benefits

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Analyze the differences between product-oriented and project-oriented approaches in construction to identify their respective challenges and benefits.
• Evaluate the economic impacts of prefabrication and industrialized construction on developers, focusing on reducing overall project costs.
• Explain product-based and project-based approaches in construction and manufacturing, identifying their respective challenges and benefits.
• Facilitate effective communication and coordination between design, manufacturing, and construction teams to align objectives and streamline operations.

Assessment of Learning Outcomes

Learning outcomes are assessed by responding to the post-session survey. If the course is taken On-Demand, there will also be a 10-question multiple choice post-test.

Who Should Attend?

• Structural Engineers
• Construction Engineers
• Project Managers
• Contractors
• Architects
• Mechanical engineers
• Energy engineers
• Builders

How to Earn your PDHs and Receive Your Certificate of Completion

This course is worth 2.5 PDHs. To receive your certificate of completion, you will need to complete a short on-line post-test and receive a passing score of 70% or higher within 365 days of the course.