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SUMMARY:Communication (STP Unit 2)
DESCRIPTION:Classes are held Mondays and TuesdaysApril 13\, 14\, 20\, 214 – 8:30 PM EDT  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView other courses in the STP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Course\n\n\n\nCommunication: The Key to Project SuccessEffective communication is vital to the success of any construction project. The Communication unit in AGC’s Supervisory Training Program\, 10th edition focuses on the essential skills needed to ensure clear\, concise\, and impactful communication across all levels of your project team. The highly collaborative virtual program provides instruction via Zoom and is best suited for anyone on a construction jobsite in a supervisory role – from the new supervisor or foreman to the experienced superintendent who is looking to become a more effective manager of people\, time\, equipment and materials. \n\n\n\n\nImportance of Communication: Learn why communication is critical in construction and how it impacts project outcomes. Understand the various forms of communication and their appropriate use in different scenarios.\n\n\n\nBest Practices for Effective Communication: Discover techniques for clear and effective communication with team members\, clients\, and stakeholders. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and enhance your ability to convey information accurately and efficiently.\n\n\n\nCollaboration and Teamwork: Explore strategies to foster a collaborative environment where all team members feel heard and valued. Understand how to navigate and resolve conflicts\, ensuring a smooth and productive workflow.      \n\n\n\n\nThis course is 1 of 6 units in the newly updated Supervisory Training Program (STP); a construction-specific training curriculum developed\, updated and field-tested by and for contractors. Supervisory skill—or the lack of it—directly affects every company’s bottom line. You make your money in the field\, and STP can help you improve your organization’s bottom line. \n\n\n\n\n\n. \n\n\n\nTopics Addressed \n\n\n\n\nLesson 1: Elements of Communication\n\n\n\nLesson 2: Written Communication\n\n\n\nLesson 3: Effective Communication\n\n\n\nLesson 4: Listening\n\n\n\nLesson 5: Persuasion\, Negotiation\, and Difficult Conversations\n\n\n\nLesson 6: Meetings and Presentations\n\n\n\n\nSTP Learning Objectives \n\n\n\nCancellation Policy: A full refund will be given to cancellations made 14 calendar days prior to the class kick-off. After such time\, no refunds will be given. Replacements are acceptable and must be submitted via email to meetings[@]agc.org. \n\n\n\nTransfer Policy: All transfers must be to courses starting within 90 days of the original course start date. Send transfer requests to meetings[@]agc.org.  \n\n\n\nAGC reserves the right to cancel programs up to 10 days prior to the start date if a minimum number of attendees is not met. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email us at education[@]agc.org  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAfter completing the course\, AGC Edge students receive a Certificate of Completion and a digital badge to share. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTechnology and Participation: \n\n\n\n\nFor the classroom: \n\n\n\nFor participation: \n\n\n\n\nPlease have Zoom downloaded.\n\n\n\nComputer with dual monitor preferred.\n\n\n\nLaptop is good with a separate tablet to access their etextbook.\n\n\n\nTablet or phone is ok with hardcopy textbook\n\n\n\nTwo mobile devices ok – one for the meeting and one for the etextbook\n\n\n\n\n\nCamera\, either built in or added on and ready to stream to the classroom.\n\n\n\nHeadphones or earbuds with microphones are preferred\n\n\n\nComputer/device mic and speakers are ok if in private\, quiet room.\n\n\n\nEach student should be on their own computer/laptop/tablet\, if possible.\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Your Course Instructor:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaul FlentgeCSP Ret.\, CHST Ret\, GAC \n\n\n\nPaul has been a Chicago area construction industry member for over 30 years. Paul began his career as a carpenter and expanded through site supervision and project superintendent. His experience includes general building\, safety management\, leadership\, and training. He served as a superintendent and Safety Director at Pepper Construction for more than 18 years. Paul currently provides safety management and supervisory consulting services to the construction industry.
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SUMMARY:Advanced MS Project
DESCRIPTION:Workshop is held Wednesday11 AM – 3 PM EDT  \n\n\n\n*Participation in this workshop is for one person per registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Introduction to MS Project\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Diving into MS Project\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Course\n\n\n\nConfident using MS Project and ready to take your skills to the next level? Advanced MS Project is a focused 4-hour workshop designed for experienced users who want to explore the software’s advanced features for risk management\, integrated schedules and company-level tracking resource tracking.  \n\n\n\nThrough instructor-led demonstrations and hands-on exercises\, you’ll learn how to streamline scheduling workflows\, manage project data across multiple teams\, and apply advanced tools to improve efficiency in both project and company-wide management. \n\n\n\nJoin this class to expand your MS Project expertise and increase your overall efficiency in project and organizational planning. \n\n\n\n\n\n. \n\n\n\nWorkshop Outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nExamine and apply risk management tools in MS Project\n\n\n\nDemonstrate efficiencies for tracking resources\, cost\, procurement and company level requirements\n\n\n\nApply advanced reports to real projects for improved forecasting and visibility\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend: Experienced project managers\, assistant project managers\, schedulers\, owners\, and executives who use MS Project regularly and want to leverage advanced tools for broader project and company management. \n\n\n\n**Participants must have access to either the desktop or web version of the MS Project software before the class starts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTechnology and ParticipationFor the classroom:– Please have Zoom downloaded.– Computer with dual monitor preferred.– Laptop is good with a separate tablet to access the materials.*Participation in this workshop is for one person per registration. \n\n\n\n\n\nFor participation:– Camera\, built in or added on and ready to stream to the classroom.– Headphones or earbuds with microphones are preferred.– Each student should be on their own computer/laptop/tablet.– **Ensure that MS Project software is installed\, up-to-date\, and/or logged in on the web. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation Policy:A full refund will be given to cancellations made 14 calendar days prior to the class kick-off. After such time\, no refunds will be given. Replacements are acceptable and must be submitted via email to meetings[@]agc.org. \n\n\n\nAGC reserves the right to cancel programs up to 10 days prior to the start date if a minimum number of attendees is not met. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email us at education[@]agc.org \n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Your Facilitator:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaphene Koch | PhD Owner\, Build Your Know LLC  \n\n\n\nDaphene is passionate about developing workforce in the construction industry by increasing individual expertise. Daphene has been teaching AGC courses since 2000. She brings over 20 years of construction industry experience on commercial and industrial projects. While a professor at Purdue University in the School of Construction Management\, she partnered with contractors for research in the development\, facilitation and assessment of training. She currently teaches virtual\, hybrid and in seat courses in Project Management\, Field Supervision and Construction technical areas. 
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SUMMARY:SOLD-OUT: Blueprint Reading Basics
DESCRIPTION:4-Part Workshop is held Wednesdays and ThursdaysApril 15\, 16\, 22\, 232 – 5:30 PM EDT  \n\n\n\n*Participation in this workshop is for one person per registration. \n\n\n\nPlease click below to register for the July Blueprint Reading workshop: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Workshop\n\n\n\nJoin this 4-part series\, designed to provide you with the foundational knowledge and ‘hands on’ classroom experience\, to help get you started in understanding construction design documents.  \n\n\n\nThis blueprint reading series is developed to instruct each student in the basic understanding of construction blueprints & specifications. Every construction professional\, whether working in the field or in the office\, must know how to read plans. Although not overly complicated\, beginning to read blueprints does require a basic understanding\, practice and general knowledge of industry standards used to communicate project design \n\n\n\n\n\n. \n\n\n\n        Workshop Outcomes \n\n\n\n\nAn introductory & foundational knowledge of blueprint reading as it relates to building construction projects.\n\n\n\nHands on practice and understanding of reading blueprints and specifications manuals.\n\n\n\nBe able to locate both general & specific trade information using blueprints & Specifications.\n\n\n\nBe able to answer basic construction questions related to design intent\, project layout and the installation of materials at the jobsite.\n\n\n\nBe able to locate\, identify & understand project specific aspects within the design documents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTechnology and ParticipationFor the classroom:– Please have Zoom downloaded.– Computer with dual monitor preferred.– Laptop is good with a separate tablet to access the materials. \n\n\n\n\n\nFor Participation:– Camera\, built in or added on and ready to stream to the classroom.– Headphones or earbuds with microphones are preferred.– Each student should be on their own computer/laptop/tablet. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation Policy:  \n\n\n\nA full refund will be given to cancellations made 14 calendar days prior to the class kick-off. After such time\, no refunds will be given. Replacements are acceptable and must be submitted via email to meetings[@]agc.org. \n\n\n\nAGC reserves the right to cancel programs up to 10 days prior to the start date if a minimum number of attendees is not met. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email us at education[@]agc.org \n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Your Facilitator:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStephen Nichols | LEED AP\, CM-LeanOwner\, A3 Construction Mgt. Services\, LLC. \n\n\n\nFollowing his service in the US Navy\, Stephen attended Northern Michigan University\, where he received his BS in Construction Technology and minor in Business Administration in 1993. Having built successfully in various market segments across the country\, Stephen Nichols brings 30+ years of construction experience\, combined with his passion for sharing Lean Construction & leadership principles to the AGC Edge. Stephen shares his knowledge in several AGC curricula including Lean Construction (LCEP)\, Supervisory Training Program (STP)\, Project Manager Development Program (PMDP)\, and the Blueprint Reading Workshop he authored. \n\n\n\nStephen owns/operates A3 Construction Mgt\, LLC; a consulting firm\, assisting project teams with Lean Construction & Project Management.
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