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  • Engineering Administration: Project Delivery Methods

    Credits: 3 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course provides a comprehensive examination of the primary project delivery methods used in engineering and construction projects within the United States. It is designed for licensed professional engineers seeking to enhance their administrative, contractual, and managerial knowledge of delivery systems such as Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, Construction Management at Risk (CMAR), and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD). 

    Emphasis is placed on the decision-making frameworks, legal implications, roles of stakeholders, risk allocation, and contract management essential for selecting and implementing effective project delivery strategies.

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    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    • Identify and describe the principal project delivery methods in U.S. engineering and construction.

    • Evaluate the advantages, limitations, and contractual implications of each method.
    • Understand the responsibilities and liabilities of owners, designers, and constructors under different systems.
    • Apply criteria for selecting appropriate delivery methods based on project type, scale, and risk.
    • Analyze the impact of delivery method selection on cost control, schedule, quality, and legal exposure.
    • Comprehend emerging trends such as Integrated Project Delivery and Public-Private Partnerships.
    • Apply procurement strategies in alignment with state and federal legal frameworks.

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    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.

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    Intended Audience: This course is intended for licensed professional engineers across multiple disciplines, including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental engineering, who are involved in the planning, design, management, or oversight of infrastructure and building projects. It is particularly relevant for practitioners responsible for contract administration, project delivery selection, and risk governance in both public and private sector engineering environments. 
    Publication Source: MondoScience Courseware

    Jeelan Moghraby, PhD, MBA

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