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Module 1: Introduction to Bridge Project Planning
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1.1 Scope Definition and Objectives
1.2 Stakeholder Identification and Communication Plan
1.3 Regulatory Approvals and Permitting Workflow
1.4 Development of Project Execution Plan
Module 2: Site Investigation and Pre-Construction Surveys
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2.1 Geotechnical Investigation and Soil Profiling
2.2 Topographical and Hydrographic Surveys
2.3 Environmental Impact Assessment Scheduling
2.4 Utility and Right-of-Way Coordination
Module 3: Design Integration and Review
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3.1 Structural Design Deliverables and Milestones
3.2 Interface Coordination between Disciplines (Geotech, Structural, Hydraulic)
3.3 Value Engineering Workshops and Decision Gates
3.4 Design Freeze and Baseline Schedule Update
Module 4: Resource and Material Planning
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4.1 Manpower Loading and Skill-Level Assignment
4.2 Material Procurement Lead Times (Concrete, Steel, Bearings)
4.3 Plant and Equipment Mobilization Plan
4.4 Logistics and Staging Area Layout
Module 5: Detailed Scheduling Techniques
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5.1 Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for Major vs. Minor Bridges
5.2 Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling
5.3 Resource-Leveling and Float Analysis
5.4 Schedule Baseline Approval and Change‐Control
Module 6: Procurement and Contract Management
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6.1 Tendering Strategies for Major vs. Minor Works
6.2 Vendor Prequalification and Evaluation Matrix
6.3 Contract Award to First-Article Delivery Milestones
6.4 Claims Management and Schedule Impacts
Module 7: Construction Phase Execution
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7.1 Foundation Works: Pile Driving vs. Spread Footings
7.2 Substructure Construction Sequencing (Abutments, Piers)
7.3 Superstructure Erection (Girders, Deck Panels)
7.4 Temporary Works and Falsework Planning
Module 8: Monitoring, Control, and Reporting
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8.1 Progress Measurement Techniques (Physical vs. Earned Value)
8.2 On-site Reporting and Dashboard Metrics
8.3 Schedule Variance Analysis and Recovery Planning
8.4 Change-Request Workflow and Impact Assessment
Module 9: Risk Management and Quality Assurance
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9.1 Risk Register Development and Mitigation Scheduling
9.2 Inspection and Testing Milestones (Material, Welds, Concrete)
9.3 Safety-Critical Path Analysis (Over-water Work, Lifting)
9.4 Quality Audits and Non-Conformance Scheduling
Module 10: Commissioning, Handover, and Close-Out
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10.1 Final Testing and Load‐Testing Program
10.2 As-Built Documentation and Record Drawings
10.3 Defects Liability and Maintenance Schedule Integration
10.4 Formal Handover Milestones and Project Close-Out Report
Module 11: Scheduling Examples – Four Detailed Case Studies
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11.1 Major River-Crossing Bridge
11.2 Minor Rural Road Bridge
11.3 Pedestrian Footbridge
11.4 Railway Overpass
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