Construction Scheduling II

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Acquire a comprehensive understanding of project scheduling techniques and procedures.

• Apply linear construction operations, technology applications for scheduling, and scheduling for large programs.

• Develop skills to create and manage project schedules using tools like bar charts, activity on arrow, and activity on nodes.

• Gain insights into creating network diagrams, defining critical path significance, and understanding project activity floats. 

Module Overview

Module 1: Introduction to Construction Scheduling

The first session provides an overview of the second Construction Scheduling course.

Module 2: Linear Construction Operations and Line of Balance

Module 2 demonstrates how to apply the Line of Balance (LOB) method to calculate and develop a schedule, and then Illustrate a visualization for the Line of Balance.

Module 3: Technology Applications for Scheduling

Dareen Salama, of the STV Group, discusses the technology applications used for scheduling and provides an overview of the applications used for scheduling development, schedule analysis, sharing, collaboration and visualization.

Module 4: Scheduling for Large Programs

Christopher Toomey, Senior Vice President of AECOM Global Programs, discusses scheduling for large programs also known as the Integrated Master Scheduler. Mr. Toomey illustrates how to develop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule and identifies key features.

Module 5: Risk Allocation and Planning

Dr. Eduardo Gamez, Deputy Director of Risk Management for AECOM, introduces Risk Allocation and Planning. Dr. Gamez discusses the importance of formal risk management and how to use risk assessment as a support tool for planning and scheduling.

Module 6: Lean Design in Construction Scheduling

Sam Spata, Executive Architect, Owner and Principal of Method Lean discusses the topic of Lean in Time and Schedule.