RWU to Offer Fundamentals of Construction Management Course

Fundamentals of Construction Management Course

Be exposed to the basic principles of Construction Management (CM) from a subject matter expert and take your career to the next level. The virtual modality of this course allows you to learn and engage from anywhere in the world or from the comfort of your own home. Be part of an exclusive group—Join the over 150 professionals who have completed this program in the last 4 years. Meet and network with industry professionals who share your enthusiasm and interest in construction management. Don't delay! This course is only offered twice a year, and space is limited.

Course Modality: Online, Hybrid-Synchronous & Asynchronous (via Zoom)

Course Dates: October 30, 2025- February 26, 2026 (15 weeks)

Course meeting Day: Thursdays (online)- See schedule breakdown for mandatory meeting dates

Course Meeting Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm

Registration link: Pay and register here

Course Description

This course is designed for professionals working in the construction industry who aim to participate in projects of all sizes effectively, in a variety of roles. With weekly modules discussing planning, estimating, scheduling, procurement, contracts, and much more, this course provides additional skills to assist in the management of people, materials, and equipment efficiently. Our course meets the needs of professionals working across the industry, who are interested in understanding more about the management of construction projects. This course covers the following topics:

• Plans, Specs & Documents

• Planning & Scheduling

• Estimating, Bidding, & Award

• Buying out the Job

• Materials and Methods

• MEP Systems

• Basic Structural Systems

• Soils and Foundations

• Temporary Work

• Subcontracting

• Project Controls, Accounting, & Billing Procedures

• Site Mobilization & Logistics

• Role of Owner & A/E & Project Closeout

• Safety & Health

• Quality Control

Course Modality and Structure

The course is primarily set up as 15 modules delivered over 15 weeks. The weekly class meetings are virtual, synchronous and asynchronous; therefore, you can expect to interact with the professor and fellow learners (5 times). The rest of the time you are completing work asynchronously (on your own).

Schedule Breakdown

This course is virtual and hybrid (synchronous and asynchronous). Most of the work will be conducted asynchronously through our learning platform. While the course is listed as meeting on Thursdays, it does not meet live every week. Instead, there are five mandatory live Zoom sessions on the following dates:

October 30, November 20, January 8, February 5, and February 26

On weeks without a live session, students are expected to complete online coursework independently through our learning platform.

Student Engagement and Participation

This course is rigorous and requires virtual attendance, participation and submission of assignments. Please allot time for readings and/or video reviews, and completion of assignments on your own (asynchronously). Please note that this course grants a Certificate of Completion at the end.

Course Pre-requisite

Registrants need reliable internet and a computer with audio and video capabilities. They must also have basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word (such as creating and utilizing a spreadsheet and maneuvering columns and rows). Basic math, including arithmetic, fractions, decimals, percentages, and geometry. If a refresher on that subject is needed, please review videos on YouTube and/or LinkedIn Learning.

Registration Process

No application is required for this course. To register, simply click this link: Pay and register

Please do not hesitate to reach out to Mayerlin Caridad by phone or email if you want to chat more about this course 401-254-4840 or mcaridad@rwu.edu.