Information Package

Master of Science in Civil Engineering with Thesis (English)

CE512

LEAN CONSTRUCTION

Course Code
CE512
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
10
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelMaster's Degree With Thesis
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS10
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Explain lean construction principles and its relevance to the construction industry,
  2. Identify types of waste in construction projects,
  3. Apply lean tools and techniques to construction projects,
  4. Evaluate the impact of lean practices on cost, time, and quality.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course handles the development of Lean Construction as a fundamental part of improving construction productivity, quality and delivery of value to clients and users of built infrastructure. It introduces the foundational principles and theories in Lean Construction.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to Lean Thinking
2nd Week Fundamentals of Lean Construction
3rd Week Waste in Construction
4th Week Process Mapping and Value Stream Mapping
5th Week Introduction to Lean Tools
6th Week Last Planner System I
7th Week Last Planner System II
8th Week Midterm
9th Week Kanban, Takt Time & Flow Management
10th Week Integrated Project Delivery
11th Week Digital Technologies in Lean Construction
12th Week Performance Measurement
13th Week Lean Jobsite Management
14th Week Project Work Session
15th Week Final Project Presentations
Recommended or Required Reading1. Tzortzopoulos, P., Kagioglou, M., and Koskela, L. (2020). Lean Construction Core Concepts and New Frontiers, 1st edition, Routledge.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Assignment 1 10
Quiz 1 20
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz 1 50 50
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam 1 80 80
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 60 60
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework 1 20 20
Quiz 1 2 2
Total Work Load300
Total Work Load / 30 (h)10
ECTS Credit of the Course10
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No
LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
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K4 X
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K10 X
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