EDUCATION CALENDAR

This is a multiple day session that will take place on January 14, 15, 21 and 22. All modules must be completed in order to be eligible for the Lean exam.

Following the completion the CM-Lean course program (all seven course modules) participants have the opportunity to pursue the AGC of America's CM-Lean certification (Certificate of Management – Lean Construction). This is achieved by writing the CM-Lean exam – which is now being offered virtually. Learn more: AGC’s Certificate of Management-Lean Construction

You will receive login instructions from the instructor in advance of the workshop. 

Everyone related to the construction process has incentive to get the project done faster and at a lower cost - from the project owners who want to see tangible results for their investment to the contractors and designers who want to do their job well and move on to the next project. Lean Construction is based on the holistic pursuit of continuous improvements aimed at minimizing costs and maximizing value on a construction project.

To help contractors develop the knowledge needed to build lean, the Associated General Contractors of America (ACG) developed the Certificate of Management – Lean Construction (CM-Lean) program and designation.

Through the program modules students will learn the building blocks necessary to transform their projects and companies into lean operating systems. Completion of the 7 module training program also prepares students to challenge the AGC Certificate of Management – Lean Construction exam and earn the CM-Lean designation. All course work and the exam are now being offered in a virtual delivery format!

LEAN CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION PROGRAM MODULES

Unit 1: Introduction to Lean Construction
Lesson 1 – Why Lean?
Lesson 2 – What is Lean & Respect for People Objectives
Lesson 3 – Generate Value, Remove Waste, & Optimize the Whole
Lesson 4 – Continuous Improvement
Unit 2: Process and Production Basics
Lesson 1 - Process, Efficiency & Variation
Lesson 2 - Law of Variation
Lesson 3 - Variation Mitigation
Lesson 4 - 5S
Unit 3: Production Systems
Lesson 1 - Lean Production Systems
Lesson 2 - Batch-Pull-Balance-Takt Simulation
Lesson 3 - Lean Production Systems – Pull
Lesson 4 - Lean Production Systems - Law of Bottlenecks & Balance, Little’s Law & Batching
Unit 4: Lean Thinking Applied to Field Production, Last Planner System
Lesson 1 - Introduction to Last Planner System® (LPS)
Lesson 2 - Details of the Last Planner System
Unit 5: Lean Thinking Outside of Field Production
Lesson 1 - Lean Project Delivery
Lesson 2 - Lean in the Supply Chain
Lesson 3 - Lean in Design
Lesson 4 - Process Improvement & Problem Solving

FORMAT: 

• Live, Online, Instructor-led training, with a class size of up to 30 students.
• This course is facilitated by the instructor on the Zoom platform. Access information from the instructor will be provided to you in advance of the training.
• Attendance and participation in all sessions is mandatory for course completion. *Please note that If a student misses a session, we are unable to transfer registration or provide a partial refund of the registration fees.

AUDIENCE:

Anyone who is interested in learning more about Lean or is pursuing the AGC Lean designation. 

This course is delivered in partnership between your local construction association and other associations throughout Western Canada. You’ll be participating in a cohort with industry peers from across these regions. 

INSTRUCTOR: 

James Johnston, P. Eng. James Johnston is a Professional Industrial Engineer, holds a CM-Lean designation, is a member of the Lean Construction Institute, an advisor to the Board of the Lean Construction Institute of Canada, and an Accredited Instructor for the Associated General Contractors’ Lean Construction Education Program. He has extensive experience and success implementing Lean Construction tools on construction projects that range in value up to $250,000,000. James is a nationally recognized trainer and speaker on the topic of Lean Construction having addressed audiences across the country. He has 25 years of experience as a consultant and instructor, leading organizations through Lean transformations, implementing quality assurance systems and business process optimization.

Course Requirements (Technology & Participation)

This course requires full face-to-face interaction and participation from both the instructor and students. In order to attend, you’ll must make sure you have the following:

1. Computer or laptop with webcam (webcams are mandatory): This course will involve on-screen interaction with your instructor and classmates, reading/viewing on-screen content like slides or videos, and interacting via typing with questions or responses. For this reason, you must have a webcam and use a full computer/laptop, and we do not permit students to attend using a tablet or cell phone.
2. A quiet space with minimal distractions: Please plan to be fully engaged in the class, and clear your work schedule just as you would for attendance in an in-class program.

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CREDITS:

This course has been accredited by the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) for 10 credits towards Gold Seal certification for virtual attendance.
 
 
 

This course has been approved by BC Housing Licensing and Consumer Services (formerly Homeowners Protection Office) for twenty eight (28) points towards Continued  Professional Development (CPD) for virtual attendance.

 

This course has been approved by Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) for twenty eight (28) core units towards AIBC’s Continuing Education System

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Fee Includes: Materials provided by instructor, digital certificate upon completion.

Cancellation & Substitution Policy: Payment is non-refundable for cancellations made after Feb 7, or non-attendance on the day, due to materials being purcahsed and shipped. Transfer to another date is not accepted. Complimentary substitution of another member of your company is accepted. 

If VRCA has to postpone or cancel courses due to insufficient enrolment, VRCA will refund the registration fee or, if possible, the attendee may choose to move to an identical session in the future.