Lean Construction Certification 101

This certification program introduces the learner to the fundamental benefits, principles, tools and techniques of Lean Construction.

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All types of organizations and professionals in the construction and design sector:

  • General, mechanical and electrical contractors
  • Road builders
  • Architects
  • Professional engineers
  • Project managers

All our Lean Construction programs are developed and delivered by accomplished Construction sector experts. Experts who have worked at the coalface and have tangible experience putting theory to practical use in real world environments.

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Garry Doyle

I am an experienced Lean Transformation Consultant with proven ability to implement Continuous Improvement initiatives and lead process improvement projects using Lean/Six Sigma methodology. I am particularly adept at developing comprehensive Lean programs for organizations that are in the early stage of their Lean transformation. I develop customized continuous improvement strategies for all levels of the organization, through a holistic application of Lean methodologies to deliver organizational effectiveness and problem solving maturity. I achieve this through the strategic deployment of “Lean expertise” to all functional levels of management in a concerted effort to support organizational growth that is consistent with…

This program is delivered through self-paced e-Learning.

  • Program/Contact Hours: Approximately 1.5 hours
  • Completion Timeframe: Up one (1) month
  • Prerequisites: None
  • Reading List/Textbook: No textbook required. All materials will be provided online, including recommended readings.
  • Assessment and Certification: Assessment is based on completing a multiple-choice final assessment online.

Upon completion, learners are provided with a Leading Edge Group certificate of completion, while the course is Gold Seal Accredited where registrants earn 1 credit (#16-06-330).

Program Content & Structure

Leading Edge Group have developed a revolutionary eLearning program which introduces the learner to the fundamental benefits, principles, tools and techniques of Lean Construction. This interactive eLearning course takes 1.5 hours to complete, includes ‘check your knowledge’ quizzes at the end of each module and a 10 question final assessment. Upon completion, learners are provided with a Leading Edge Group Certificate of Completion.

Introduction to Lean

  • Origin of Lean Thinking
  • Definition of Lean
  • Features of Lean
  • Benefits of Lean

Principles of Lean

  • Value
  • Value of Stream
  • Continuous Flow
  • Push vs Pull

Lean Thinking

  • Process Value Streams
  • Value Added Activities
  • Exercise
  • Waste
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Seamless Integration

Lean Construction Tools

  • Value Stream Mapping
  • 6S
  • Visual Management Systems
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Going to Gemba
  • Integrated Project Delivery
  • Building Information Mapping
  • Last Planner System

Program Content & Structure

Leading Edge Group have developed a revolutionary eLearning program which introduces the learner to the fundamental benefits, principles, tools and techniques of Lean Construction. This interactive eLearning course takes 1.5 hours to complete, includes ‘check your knowledge’ quizzes at the end of each module and a 10 question final assessment. Upon completion, learners are provided with a Leading Edge Group Certificate of Completion.

Introduction to Lean

  • Origin of Lean Thinking
  • Definition of Lean
  • Features of Lean
  • Benefits of Lean

Principles of Lean

  • Value
  • Value of Stream
  • Continuous Flow
  • Push vs Pull

Lean Thinking

  • Process Value Streams
  • Value Added Activities
  • Exercise
  • Waste
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Seamless Integration

Lean Construction Tools

  • Value Stream Mapping
  • 6S
  • Visual Management Systems
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Going to Gemba
  • Integrated Project Delivery
  • Building Information Mapping
  • Last Planner System