AGC Unit 1: Variation in Production Systems is an introductory course in the Lean Construction Education Program. This half-day, instructor-led course teaches the concept of variation. Following this course, you will be able to:

• How inventory and work in progress relate
• Define 3 different types of variation
• Explain the concept of throughput
• Distinguish the concepts of throughput and work in progress
• Describe the role of variation in production operations
• List sources of variation in construction settings
• Explain/contrast variation mitigation techniques

Presented by:

• Jeff Esgar

Objectives:

• Define batch & queue processes
• Explain Little’s Law
• Identify limitations of pull systems in construction

AGC Unit 2: Pull in Production is a half-day, instructor-led course that explains the concept of pull as a means to reliable production workflow. Following this course, you will be able to:

• Compare batch-and-queue and continuous-flow production systems
• Distinguish push systems from pull systems
• Describe the impact of pull on production systems
• Explain pull strategies in construction operations

Presented by:

• Jeff Esgar

AGC Unit 3: Lean Workstructuring is the first of two units that introduces the Last Planner System® (LPS®). This system was developed by the Lean Construction Institute (LCI) to plan projects in a way that produces predictable workflow and rapid learning. This half-day, instructor-led course describes the process of Lean Workstructuring.
Following this course, you will be able to:

• Apply the methods and tools utilized in pull planning
• Describe the concept of Lean Workstructuring
• Outline the desired outcomes of Lean Workstructuring
• Describe the characteristics and application of the Last Planner System®

Presented by:

• Tariq Abdelhamid

Following this course, you will be able to:

• Distinguish between the varying definitions for design.
• Define value and commonly used methods to maximize it.
• Discuss waste and commonly used methods to minimize it.
• Differentiate between traditional project methods and lean design.
• Explain the various lean tools used in design and how to deploy them.

AGC Unit 6: Lean Design and Pre-construction is a half-day, instructor-led course that explains the concepts of value-based management, lean in the design process and relational contracting.

Presented by:

• Tariq Abdelhamid