MicroCred for College Credit
The foundational curriculum for these programs is for beginners, those who would like to see if the construction management career is for them. It has been organized for those with or without a college degree who would like an overview of the profession. There is no application process and upon completion of the three-course series, students will receive an LSU digital badge that can be used for online résumés and personal websites. In addition, these are college courses that can be fully transferred into LSU’s Online Bachelor of Science in Construction Management (BSCM). These eight-week courses can also be used for continuing education units/credits required by some certifications and licenses.
Intro to Construction Management Specialist Certificate
The foundational curriculum for this program is for beginners, those who would like to see if this career is for them. It has been organized for those with or without a college degree who would like an overview of the profession along with an understanding of construction materials and methods and how these relate to reading a set of construction drawings.
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Construction Technology Management Specialist Certificate
The curriculum contained within this program is for beginners and those interested in basic construction software. It has been designed for those that have at least some understanding of the construction process. This program is for those with or without a college degree who would like to learn about construction materials and methods and how these relate to reading a set of construction drawings. Building upon this knowledge, the learner will be exposed to the electronic side of a few construction processes using On-Screen Take Off (electronic quantity take-offs) and Building Information Modeling (virtual 3D environments).
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Project Management in Residential Construction Specialist Certificate
It’s apparent that residential housing is an essential part of our daily lives. In order to continue to provide the public with sustainable housing, professionals need to be trained in the latest project management techniques in residential construction. Students who complete this program will be able to identify trends in the modern housing market, understand the project life cycle of residential construction, and apply residential construction design theory and techniques to their careers. Students will be prepared to work as a building surveyor, cost estimator, facilities manager, and more.
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Leadership in Construction Management Certificate | LSU Online
The series of courses will enhance the basic understanding of leadership and the skills necessary to be an effective leader within the construction industry. Students will explore leadership concepts and best practices and apply construction leadership skills and strategies to lead teams, solve problems, and make informed decisions.
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Principles of Facilities Management Specialist Certificate | LSU Online
A professional facilities management serves as an interdisciplinary business function with the objective of coordinating demand and supply of facilities and services within public and private organizations. The term “Facility” (pl. facilities) means something that is built, installed or established to serve a purpose, which, in general, is every “Tangible asset that supports an organization.” Examples are real estate property, buildings, technical infrastructure, (HVAC), lighting, transportation, IT-services, furniture, Custodial, grounds, and other user-specific equipment and appliances. FM is the practice of coordinating the physical workplace with the people and work of the organization. This MicroCred integrates the principles of business administration, the behavioral and engineering sciences.
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Project Management in Industrial Construction Certificate | LSU Online
In order to succeed in the industrial construction sector, a professional must obtain the knowledge and skills related to project estimating and bidding, determining progress achieved, analyzing the schedule, identifying trends, and forecasting cost. The two required courses provide an outstanding basis in these areas including other project control concepts and principles. The elective of your choosing will concentrate on topics such as process equipment, maintenance, and turnarounds or electrical installations.