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2025 Introduction to Construction (Start anytime)

January 1, 2025 12:00 PM - December 31, 2025 12:00 PM (EST)

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This self-paced four module Introduction to Construction seminar is an introduction to the construction industry, its parties, and processes. Students will become familiar with the different types of construction, the diverse roles, stages, and processes of a construction project. Students will develop an awareness of safety regulations, safety inspection, construction documents and their uses. Students will develop a working understanding of construction project management topics including estimating, project management, scheduling, close out and pay out.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this online construction seminar you should be able to:

Understand and use standard construction terminology
Identify the primary professions engaged in construction and their roles in the construction processes.
Identify different types of construction
Develop an understanding of the materials and processes used in construction
Develop an awareness of construction safety regulations and the role of OSHA
Explain and discuss the various types of contract documents
Become familiar with building codes, zoning, and inspection.
Understand basic concepts of estimating, project management and scheduling
Identify and ascertain information about the careers in construction.

SEMINAR ORGANIZATION AND GRADING

The introduction to construction seminar is organized into 4 learning modules. Plan to study one per week.

The following table lists the learning modules, the maximum point value a student can receive within each module, and the week in which the modules must be finished.

In each module there is a quiz (10 points). Half way through the seminar there is a written assignment (15 points). At the end of the seminar there is a practicum (20 points). It is important that the student keep up with the seminar and not fall behind. Course modules will be released upon the completion of the quiz.

Module	Point Value	By End of Week
Student Orientation	1	Before Start
1. Construction Professions and Project Types	20	1
2. Construction Materials and Regulatory Agencies	25	2
3. Contract Documents, Codes, and Inspection	20	3
4. Roles and Responsibilities: A Primer on Project Management	35	4
Total Points	100

GBCA Construction Fundamentals Tuition Reimbursement Program

GBCA recognizes the importance of continuous learning and career development for all its member companies and their employees. In line with this commitment, we are implementing the Construction Fundamentals Tuition Reimbursement Program. This program aims to incentivize and support our members in pursuing further education by offering reimbursement for successfully completed courses.

For more details or to apply for this program, please visit the GBCA Construction Fundamentals Tuition Reimbursement Policy here.

Time

100 Introduction to Construction is a self-paced online class that is organized into 4 learning modules. Plan to study one per week. It is important that the student keep up with the seminar and not fall behind. Course modules will be released upon the completion of the quiz.

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General Building Contractors Association | GBCA
Name: Marybeth Gerdelmann
Email: mgerdelmann@gbca.com

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2025 Introduction to Construction (Start anytime)

January 1, 2025 12:00 PM - December 31, 2025 12:00 PM (EST)

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January 1, 2025 12:00 PM - December 31, 2025 12:00 PM (EST)

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