Class Central is learner-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

LinkedIn Learning

Construction Management: Introduction to Lean Construction

via LinkedIn Learning

Overview

Prepare for a new career with $100 off Coursera Plus
Gear up for jobs in high-demand fields: data analytics, digital marketing, and more.
Explore the lean theory of production and learn how it's being adopted in the construction industry.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Embracing lean productivity
  • What you need to know
1. Productivity in Construction
  • Productivity in construction
  • Construction vs. manufacturing
  • What is lean?
2. Lean in Construction
  • A brief history
  • How does lean apply to construction?
  • What processes need to change?
  • The adoption of a new production theory
3. Tools to Facilitate Lean in Construction
  • Identifying waste
  • Minimizing waste at the project level
  • Empowerment of the field personnel
  • Pull planning
  • The sticky note format
  • Continuous improvement
  • Training the industry
Conclusion
  • Reshaping the construction industry

Taught by

Jim Rogers

Reviews

4.7 rating at LinkedIn Learning based on 444 ratings

Start your review of Construction Management: Introduction to Lean Construction

Never Stop Learning.

Get personalized course recommendations, track subjects and courses with reminders, and more.

Someone learning on their laptop while sitting on the floor.