AGC Education Foundation | General Construction Classes
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AGC Education Foundation aims to serve as the education clearinghouse for the construction industry in Washington, so that we can all receive training and education about careers, best practices and legal requirements in our business. Count on your AGC Education Foundation to help you at every stage of learning in your construction career.

MISSION: To develop and promote construction careers through quality education and training.
General Construction Classes
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THE BASICS OF COMMERCIAL HVAC SYSTEMS
This class is designed to teach GC estimators, PM's, and superintendents some important aspects about commercial HVAC systems.
  • How to compare bids from HVAC contractors on something other than price
  • How to be able to talk with owners, architects, and contractors intelligibly about HVAC systems
  • Understand why certain HVAC systems are selected for buildings
  • How to read 'M' drawings
  • HVAC and getting LEED points
GC/CM: GENERAL CONTRACTOR/CONSTRUCTION MANAGER WORKSHOP
The GC/CM form of public works construction contract is being made available to a greater variety of projects and owners. Find out more about how you, as an owner or contractor, can be successful with this type of contract administration. This 2-day workshop will cover the following:

DAY 1: "The New Law" & What Does It Mean to You?
Attendees will hear how best practices on past projects will apply to the new statute. Sections of the statute will be reviewed so that you understand the meaning behind the words. This will include examples and best practices led by a panel. The panel will also address the following:

  • CPARB Overview
  • Project Review Committee
  • Data Collection Requirements

DAY 2: Instruction & Team Activities
Learn how the planning, estimating, and execution of a GC/CM contract is different from a standard design-bid-build.  Leave with specific examples and templates after participating in discussions and hands-on exercises.  We will cover the entire process from responding to the RFQ through construction.

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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CONSTRUCTION (Construction 101)
This is an excellent class for non-field personnel that are unfamiliar with the workings of the construction industry. Receive a basic overview of the industry, the rules, and the players. The primary focus is on construction terminology, processes and practices.












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