Classes are held every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
May 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM ET | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
AGC Member Pricing: $2,645 | Non-Member Pricing: $3,425
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.
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.
Transfer Policy: All transfers must be to courses starting within 90 days of the original course start date. Send transfer requests to rockkie.dunton[@]agc.org.
AGC reserves the right to cancel programs up to 7 days before the start date if a minimum number of attendees is not met.
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Schedule of Classes
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
Students participating in AGC’s five-unit Lean Construction Education program will be eligible to take an exam to earn their CM-Lean.
The AGC Certificate of Management-Lean Construction (CM-Lean) is an assessment-based certificate credential that denotes knowledge and understanding of concepts related to lean adoption, practice, and process transformation outlined in AGC’s Lean Construction Education Program. Successful candidates will carry the CM-Lean designation.
AGC Edge live virtual courses bring the education to you and your team – wherever you are! People attend from their job sites, in their work trucks, at home, in the office, in a conference room, etc. As long as there is internet, you are good to go! We’ve compiled the below list to help you understand how to best participate in the course.
Laptop is good with a separate tablet to access their etextbook.
Tablet or phone is ok with hardcopy textbook
Two mobile devices ok – one for the meeting and one for the etextbook
For participation:
Camera, either built in or added on and ready to stream to the classroom.
Headphones or earbuds with microphones are preferred
Computer/device mic and speakers are ok if in private, quiet room.
Each student should be on their own computer/laptop/tablet, if possible. This will aid in learning and working within breakout groups during the course.
If this is a software training, ensure that software is installed, up-to-date, and logged in.
Students participating in AGC’s five-unit Lean Construction Education program will be eligible to take an exam to earn their CM-Lean.