Multi-Course

Lean Construction Education Program

Looking to streamline your construction projects while enhancing quality and reducing costs? The Lean Construction Education Program is your answer. This comprehensive 36-hour program, offered by the Associated General Contractors of America, is designed for construction professionals at all levels. It teaches the Lean Operating System, focusing on continuous improvements for every aspect of a construction project – from planning to recycling.

Multi-Course
May 5, 2025 (Mon) to
May 21, 2025 (Wed)
Virtual Training

Please select AGC of California when registering for the class. 

Classes are held every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
May 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21
11 AM – 3 PM ET | 8 AM – 12 PM PT

About the Course

Looking to streamline your construction projects while enhancing quality and reducing costs? The Lean Construction Education Program is your answer. This comprehensive 36-hour program, offered by the Associated General Contractors of America, is designed for construction professionals at all levels. It teaches the Lean Operating System, focusing on continuous improvements for every aspect of a construction project – from planning to recycling.

The program includes five units, covering everything from the introduction to Lean Construction to applying Lean thinking outside of field production. You’ll learn about process efficiency, variation mitigation, the Last Planner System®, and much more. Plus, participants have the opportunity apply to sit for the exam to the CM-Lean certificate, signifying a deep understanding of Lean principles and practices.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, this program will provide the knowledge and skills to transform your projects and company into a model of Lean efficiency.

After completing the course, students receive a Certificate of Completion and a digital badge to share.

Course Units

Unit 1 – Introduction to Lean Construction
Unit 2 – Process and Production Basics
Unit 3 – Project Production Systems
Unit 4 – Lean Thinking in Field Production, Last Planner® System
Unit 5 – Lean Thinking Outside of Field Production

Courses are delivered via the Zoom platform; a webcam and mic are required for participation. Registration costs include the eTextbook.

Cancellation Policy: A full refund will be given to cancellations made 14 calendar days before the class kick-off. After such time, no refunds will be given. Replacements are acceptable and must be submitted via email to rockkie.dunton[@]agc.org.

AGC reserves the right to cancel programs up to 10 days before the start date if a minimum number of attendees is not met.

Questions? Email us at training@agc-ca.org.

 

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