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Precast and Modular Construction Methods

Precast and modular methods can speed up delivery and lift quality, but only when the design, logistics and site connections are properly managed. This course introduces South African project teams to precast concrete and modular building methods, from factory production through transport, lifting and jointing on site. The emphasis is on planning the interfaces that make or break offsite construction.

What you will be able to do

  • Describe common precast and modular construction methods and their uses.
  • Assess where offsite methods add value on a given project.
  • Plan production, transport and delivery of precast and modular units.
  • Supervise craneage, lifting and placing of heavy units safely.
  • Manage connections, joints and tolerances between units.
  • Coordinate offsite production with the site programme and trades.

Course outline

  1. 01Offsite construction methods and drivers
  2. 02Precast concrete systems
  3. 03Modular and volumetric building
  4. 04Design for manufacture and assembly
  5. 05Production, transport and logistics
  6. 06Craneage, lifting and placing
  7. 07Connections, joints and tolerances
  8. 08Programme and trade coordination

Who should attend

Project managers, site engineers, planners, designers and procurement staff considering or delivering precast and modular building work.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendar
17 to 19 Aug 2026Cairo3US$1,500
24 to 26 Aug 2026Accra3US$1,500
31 Aug to 2 Sep 2026Lusaka3US$1,500
7 to 9 Sep 2026Kigali3US$1,500
14 to 16 Sep 2026Nairobi3US$1,500
21 to 23 Sep 2026Durban3R13,000
28 to 30 Sep 2026Johannesburg3R13,000
12 to 14 Oct 2026Mauritius3US$1,500
19 to 21 Oct 2026Dubai3US$1,500
26 to 28 Oct 2026Lagos3US$1,500
2 to 4 Nov 2026Harare3US$1,500
9 to 11 Nov 2026Kampala3US$1,500
16 to 18 Nov 2026Dar es Salaam3US$1,500
23 to 25 Nov 2026Pretoria3R13,000
30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026Cape Town3R13,000
14 to 16 Dec 2026Online3US$900
21 to 23 Dec 2026Mozambique3US$1,500

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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