Understanding Construction Claims
This 2-hour interactive online course provides a basic overview of the five different types of construction claims that a contractor might have against an owner: Delay, Changed Work, Labor Productivity Loss, Acceleration, and Termination. It defines each type of claim and the subcategories within each, as well as defining the crucial concepts associated with each. It also provides a basic introduction to the various methods for calculating damages related to each type of claim, emphasizing the importance of the project schedule as an evaluation and analysis tool. The course material is supplemented with summaries of actual cases to illustrate how courts and boards rule on the different types of construction claims.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What operational challenges does this course address?
This course addresses evolving technical practices, tools, and professional expectations across the AEC industry related to Understanding Construction Claims. This 2-hour interactive online course provides a basic overview of the five different types of construction claims that a contractor might have against an owner: Delay, Changed Work, Labor Productivity Loss, Acceleration, and Termination. It defines each type of claim and the subcategories within each, as well as defining the crucial concepts associated with each.
What real-world situations or incidents is this training designed to prepare personnel for?
The training is designed to prepare personnel for day-to-day project decisions and workflow challenges shaped by new technology, tools, and industry practices associated with Understanding Construction Claims. This 2-hour interactive online course provides a basic overview of the five different types of construction claims that a contractor might have against an owner: Delay, Changed Work, Labor Productivity Loss, Acceleration, and Termination. It defines each type of claim and the subcategories within each, as well as defining the crucial concepts associated with each.
What safety or compliance concerns does this course help organizations address?
This course helps organizations address professional development and continuing-education expectations tied to AEC licensure and practice standards tied to Understanding Construction Claims. It supports stronger awareness, more consistent practices, and better day-to-day decision-making on real municipal AEC projects.
Which personnel or departments would benefit most from this training?
This training is most relevant for architects, engineers, and other AEC professionals advancing their technical and professional skills, along with organizations seeking to strengthen knowledge, consistency, and role-specific readiness connected to Understanding Construction Claims.
How can this course support department readiness, consistency, or professional development?
This course can support department readiness and professional development by keeping technical knowledge current and supporting stronger professional growth across AEC teams related to Understanding Construction Claims.
How does this course fit into a broader training program?
This course fits well within a broader training program focused on ongoing professional development and continuing-education for AEC teams. It can be used to support onboarding, refresher training, continuing education, and more consistent performance across municipal AEC teams.
