Learn collaborative methods for managing design and construction teams effectively.
Course overview
This course explores collaborative methods for managing design and construction teams effectively. You will examine how integrated project delivery (IPD) transforms traditional building processes by bringing stakeholders together from the earliest stages. The focus is on breaking down silos between architects, engineers, contractors, and owners to improve project outcomes.
You will study the legal and contractual frameworks that support IPD, including risk-sharing models and aligned incentives. Through case studies and practical exercises, you will learn to facilitate effective communication and decision-making in multi-disciplinary teams. The course emphasizes the use of digital tools to enhance collaboration and streamline workflows throughout the project lifecycle.
Who takes this course
This course is offered to students in the Architectural Technology program.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Apply integrated project delivery (IPD) principles to complex building projects.
- Facilitate collaborative decision-making among architects, engineers, and contractors.
- Develop early involvement strategies for key project stakeholders.
- Evaluate risk-sharing models and aligned incentives in IPD contracts.
- Utilize digital collaboration tools to streamline project workflows.
- Analyze case studies of successful IPD project outcomes.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Team Collaboration Project | 40 |
| Midterm Case Study Analysis | 20 |
| Final IPD Plan Presentation | 25 |
| Participation and Peer Review | 15 |