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About the Course
This final course in the specialization provides an introduction on types of the construction projects as well as the main concern of the productivity challenge in the construction industry. Through case studies, you will learn the industry characteristics and its unique environment that led to such productivity performance as well as touch base on other several examples of challenges we are facing internally in the industry.
In the 2nd part of the course, Professor Odeh will give an overview of 10 mega trends that are making us change the way we think about construction. Furthermore, Professor Odeh will discuss the main role of three levels on what needs to be done: an industry collaborative effort and role; a government role; and last but not least a company role. In this discussion, Professor Odeh will also touch base on several technological and innovative trends that are rising in our construction industry.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
-Understand the overall history of construction industry
-Analyze the optimal ways to respond to the opportunities and challenges brought by current industrial trends such as aging infrastructure, climate change, sustainability trends and tools, the rise of urbanization, and an aging/shrinking workforce
-Recognize the importance of collaborating with governments and public officials in pursuit of industry transformation
-Comprehend the rising technological trends in the AEC industry and give examples of how to apply technology to the construction industry
Top reviews
IA
Jul 25, 2021
A very insightful course with lots of relevant information on the present state and future of the Construction Industry. I plan to go over this particular course a second time.
AC
Aug 23, 2021
after completing 1st and 2nd course of this specialization, i started this course and understood it completely. looking forward to complete other courses
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By Diane V A
•Aug 1, 2021
ALL 5 courses were assigned to me at the same time. This does not fit the schedule that I set for each of the courses to be taken in a staggered manner. All assignments are due at the same time and there is no way to unenroll from a few of them that I can find in this system.
By Isuru K
•Feb 20, 2022
very basic