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Specifications for Construction Contracts
Control Number: 185
Course Number: 35SWC01A
Length:32
CEUs: 0.00 PDHs: 0.00 LUs: 0.00 PDUs: 0.00 CMs: 0.00 ACE: 0.00 CEHs: 0.00
Purpose:
This course offers comprehensive guidance on crafting effective specifications for construction projects. Covering the principles, techniques, and procedures of specification writing, this course also explores the interconnectedness of specifications with other elements within contract documents. Tailored for engineers, architects, and technicians engaged in project specification preparation, it is also highly recommended for all design and supervisory personnel involved in shaping project specifications.
Description:
Major subject matter topics include (a) language of specifications/written communication; (b) organization and format of specifications; (c) sources of technical information; (d) procedures, techniques, and methods of specification development; (e) guide specifications and project developed specifications; (f) contract clauses and contract interpretation; (g) relationship of contract drawings to specifications; (h) automated specification methods; and (i) regulatory and ethical considerations.
Pre-Course Assignment. Students must Review Chapters 1-3 of the SpecsIntact eLearning Modules before attending the class (https://www.wbdg.org/dod/specsintact/elearning). See attached for the Pre-Course Assignment Supplemental Information to support the completion of this assignment.
Prerequisites:
Nominees must be assigned (a) Occupational Series: 0800; (b) Grade: GS-09 through GS-13. Students should have current or projected assignments related to project specifications.
Notes:
Course review finalized on 1/2/2026. This course remains unaccredited due to lack of compliance with accreditation and ULC standards.
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Sessions: This information is updated nightly and may be up to 24 hours old.
| Session | Location | Start Date | End Date | Seats Open |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Huntsville, AL | 7/13/2026 | 7/16/2026 | 7 |
| 4 | Huntsville, AL | 7/13/2026 | 7/16/2026 | 12 |