This course is accredited and approved by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). Professionals will gain 1 ECSA CPD Points. PMI Certificate holders will also be eligible to claim 7 PDUs from the Project Management Institute (PMI). This course delves into the essential topic of quality management in construction projects. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of how to plan, ensure, monitor, and improve quality in construction projects, as well as how quality fits into adaptive project management approaches. The course is designed to help participants enhance their project management systems and ensure that they are meeting all quality requirements, including contract conditions and technical specifications. By the end of the course, attendees will be able to define quality in construction projects, understand quality management principles, create a quality management plan, control quality throughout the project, and apply quality management principles in an adaptive project management setting. Prerequisites for the course include basic knowledge of project management and experience in managing construction projects is desirable.

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This course is based on:

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• The PMBOK® Guide – 6th Edition (2017).

• The PMBOK® Guide – 7th Edition (2021).

• The Standard for Project Management (2021).

• The Construction Extension to the PMBOK® Guide (2016).

• The Agile Practice Guide (2017).

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Obtain your certificate and differentiate yourself from others

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Additionally, earning a certificate in Quality Management can help you advance your career and potentially open up new job opportunities. Many employers prioritize hiring candidates with advanced training and certifications, and having a certificate in Quality Management can make you a more attractive candidate for these positions. Overall, earning a certificate in Quality Management can be a valuable investment in your career and can help you stand out to prospective employers.

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The future Quality in the Construction and Engineering Environment and why this is an important skill to have
 

In the construction and engineering environment, the importance of quality is likely to continue to be a critical factor in the success of projects. As technology and processes continue to evolve, there will likely be an increasing focus on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of quality management in order to meet the changing needs of clients and stakeholders.

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One trend that is likely to continue is the increasing use of technology to manage quality on construction and engineering projects. For example, the use of software and other digital tools to track and monitor quality metrics, as well as automate quality assurance and quality control processes, is likely to become more widespread.

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Another trend that is likely to continue is the increasing focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility in the construction and engineering industry. This will likely involve a greater emphasis on ensuring that projects are completed to high standards of quality in order to minimize their environmental impact and meet the needs of clients and stakeholders.

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Overall, the ability to effectively manage quality on construction and engineering projects will continue to be an important skill to have in the future. This will involve staying up-to-date with the latest best practices and technologies related to quality management, as well as being able to adapt to changing industry trends and requirements. By developing and maintaining these skills, professionals in the construction and engineering industry will be well positioned to succeed in the future.

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A detailed look of what will be covered in this course

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• Fundamentals of Managing Quality on Projects: This section provides an overview of the importance of quality management in construction projects, the various aspects of quality, and the different definitions and interpretations of quality. Participants will be introduced to the basics of quality management, including quality management principles and quality assessment models.

• Planning for Quality: This section covers the process of planning for quality in construction projects. Participants will learn how to determine quality requirements and expectations, and how to integrate quality into the overall project plan. This section also covers how to develop a quality management plan and how to identify the cost of quality.

• Quality Assurance: In this section, participants will learn about the key elements of quality assurance, including how to monitor and measure quality during the project lifecycle. Participants will also learn how to apply quality assurance to ensure that quality is built into the project deliverables, and how to implement quality control procedures.

• Quality Control: This section focuses on monitoring and controlling quality in construction projects. Participants will learn how to use quality control techniques to ensure that quality is maintained throughout the project lifecycle, and how to identify and rectify quality issues.

• Improving Quality: This section covers the importance of continuous quality improvement and how to implement a process improvement plan. Participants will learn about the various approaches to quality improvement and how to use them in a construction project setting.

• Quality in Adaptive Project Management Approaches: In this section, participants will learn about how quality fits into adaptive project management approaches, including Agile project management. Participants will learn how to apply quality management principles in adaptive project management and how to integrate quality into the overall project management process.

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What are the learning objectives of this course and how can they be applied to your job. 

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This course will cover the following topics:

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• Understanding different definitions of quality, such as those provided by PMBOK, ISO, etc.

• Defining the meaning of quality in a construction project environment

• Learning about quality management principles and how to apply them

• Defining different quality assessment models and how to use them

• Understanding the relationship between quality management and other aspects of the project life cycle

• Appreciating the importance of the cost of quality and how it affects a project

• Creating a quality management plan and how to implement it on a project

• Applying quality assurance techniques to ensure that quality is maintained throughout a project

• Understanding the importance of quality improvement and how to continuously improve quality on a project

• Creating a process improvement plan and how to apply it in practice

• Learning about how to apply quality management principles in an adaptive or hybrid project management approach.

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Accreditation earned on completion of this course:
 

Earning ECSA CPD points is valuable for professionals in the construction industry as it demonstrates their commitment to staying current and continuing their professional development. By completing this course and earning ECSA CPD points, professionals can showcase their dedication to best practices and expertise in Quality Management.

 

Upon completing this course, professionals will earn 1 ECSA Continuing Professional Development (CPD) point and 7 Project Management Institute (PMI) Professional Development Units (PDUs) for PMP certificate holders.