Construction Quality Management (CQM-C) 18-Hour Course

Construction Quality Management for Contractors

Notice to contractors working on USACE projects: Specifications outlined in the Whole Building Design Group-UFGS Section 01 45 00 paragraph 1.6.2.3, indicates that the CQM-C course is offered by both NAVFAC and USACE and you should contact the Contracting Officer for information on the next scheduled class. This contract verbiage does not restrict whom you take the course from other than an authorized appointed CQM-C trainer. However, directive ECB 2021-11.6 states that the CQM-C course offerings will be sponsored through the local USACE District. ECB 2021-11.7.b continues that USACE instructors will be USACE employees or currently employed retired annuitants with the knowledge and experience and are required to be in a “pay status” when instructing the course. Please contact your USACE Contracting Officer prior to enrolling in our course for USACE projects.

Notice to contractors working on NAVFAC projects outside the continental United States: Specifications outlined in the Whole Building Design Group-UFGS Section 01 45 00 paragraph 1.6.2.3, indicates that the CQM-C course is offered by both NAVFAC and USACE and you should contact the Contracting Officer for information on the next scheduled class. This contract verbiage does not restrict whom you take the course from other than an authorized appointed CQM-C trainer. However, through an internal memorandum, NAVFAC Pacific administrated projects require CQM-C training from a NAVFAC/USACE qualified instructor authorized to conduct CQM-C training within the geographic region. Please contact your NAVFAC Contracting Officer prior to enrolling in our course for NAVFAC projects outside the continental United States.

Our Construction Quality Management (CQM) course will meet the training requirements outlined by NAVFAC/USACE for Quality Control Manager appointment. This online 18-hour certificate course consists of video presentation modules and exercises.

The instructor is Kugan Panchadsaram who has been given Contractor Instruction Compliance Memorandum by NAVFAC SOUTHWEST to present the training. POC: Greg Lewis; gregory.j.lewis41.civ@us.navy.mil

This course is comprised of 9-hours of On-Demand videos and exercises in addition to a one-day, 9-hour Instructor-led Live session held on Friday via Zoom. The On-Demand session must be completed by the Tuesday prior to the Friday Live session held via Zoom.

You will receive an email with On-Demand login information within 24 hours of registration.

Registration is limited to maximum 3 students from a company. More than 3 students from a company must enroll in a different Live-Session course date.

At the end of each module there will be a short quiz. The Final Exam is at the end of the zoom session. The Final Exam consisting of 40 multiple choice questions with a required passing score of 80% or better.

The CQM-C certificate earned from the class will be good for 5 years, and is good for both USACE and NAVFAC projects.

Course Details

Cost: $299.00

Registration: You will receive an email with On-Demand login information within 24 hours of registration.

On-Demand Access: 9-hours of On-Demand videos that must be complete the Tuesday prior to the Instructor-led Live Session held on Friday via Zoom 6:00am PST and ends 4:00pm PST (California time).

Duration: 18+ Hours of Training Material. 9-hours of On-demand training materials and 9-hours of Instructor-led Live Session held on Friday via Zoom 6:00am PST and ends 4:00pm PST (California time).

Instructor Office Hours:
10:00 AM – 12:00PM PST, Saturday – Thursday. Please call Kugan at (858) 212-2941

Recommended Material: Desktop or Laptop Computer required (tablet not recommended) and a working webcam. Two monitors are recommended.

Language: This course is taught in English and requires active participation discussing training topics with the class. It is required that you are proficient in understanding, speaking, and writing in English to participate and complete this course.

CQM-C Course Overview

This online 18-hour certificate course consists of video presentation modules and exercises. This course is comprised of 9-hours of On-Demand videos and exercises in addition to a one-day, 9-hour Instructor-led Live session held on Friday via Zoom. At the end of each module there will be a short quiz. At the end of the course, the student will take a Final Exam consisting of 40 multiple choice questions with a required passing score of 80% or better. Before taking the final exam, all end of module quizzes and written assignments must be completed before the final exam will become available. After completing the course and passing the final exam, within two business days the student will receive a digital Certificate of Completion.

  • There are 9-hours of On-Demand videos and exercises
  • You will receive an email within 24 hours from registration with log-in instructions
  • Registration is limited to maximum 3 students from a company. More than 3 students from a company must enroll in a different Live-Session course date
  • You must complete the online portions of the course the Tuesday prior to the Instructor-led Live Session (held on Friday via Zoom)
  • The Instructor-led Live Session is always held on Fridays via Zoom
  • The Friday Instructor-led Session held via Zoom starts at 6:00am PST and ends 4:00pm PST (California time)

About this Course

Why Take This Course
Contractors engaged in doing business with NAVFAC & USACE are required to provide a trained Quality Control Manager for every project.

Who Should Take This Course
Contractor’s field personnel (Superintendent, Foremen, Quality Control Manager, Alternate Quality Control Manager, and Field Engineer) as well as office personnel (Project Manager, Office Engineer, and Project Engineer).

Course Objective

This course is designed to familiarize the student with the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Construction Quality Management and QC Organization requirements. The student will be familiar with the QC documentations and record keeping as well as inspection and testing procedures. After the successful completion of this course the student will have enough knowledge/information to be able to prepare a “Quality Control Plan” for any project.

This course is presented in three distinct parts. The first part of the training (Module 0) provides the basics for those construction personnel who have not worked on USACE or NAVFAC Army Construction Contracts. The second part of the training (Modules 1 through 3) focuses on USACE and NAVFAC Construction Quality Management concepts and procedures and how to successfully implement the “Quality Control Plan” and is presented through On-Demand videos and exercises at your own pace. The third part is a continuation completing (Modules 4 through 9) in our Instructor-led Live training via Zoom (held on Fridays).


CQM-C Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get on the Standby List if the class I want to take is full?
  • We recommend you enroll in the next available course
  • You will receive an email with on-demand login information within 24 hours of registration
  • Complete all of the on-demand training material prior to Monday at 9:00 am (California time) the week of the desired Friday Zoom live-session
  • Email us at info@kugan.com by Monday at 9:00 am (California time)
  • We will add you to the standby list
  • We will email you by Wednesday at 5:00 pm if you can attend the Friday Zoom live-session
Is this CQM-C course accepted by NAVFAC & USACE?

Yes. However, effective 15 September 2023, NAVFAC Pacific administered projects will require those in the Hawaii, Marianas, Japan, and Diego Garcia regions to take the CQM-C training from a local provider.

Does this CQM-C course come with a certificate of completion?

A digital certificate of completion will be provided within two business days. See a sample of the provided certificate below.

How long does it take to get the digital course certificate of completion?

We will work quickly to issue a digital certificate of course completion after the course has been completed, approximately two business days.

Can I contact the instructor to ask questions?

Yes, the instructor is available Saturday – Thursday between 10:00 am – 12:00 pm PST. Please contact 858-212-2941 with any CQM-C course questions. In addition, all email inquiries are answered within 13 hours.

Is this course On-Demand or Live Virtual?

This course is both. This course is comprised of 9-hours of On-Demand videos and exercises in addition to a one-day, 9-hour Instructor-led Live Zoom training (held on Fridays via Zoom).

What is the length of this course?

The CQM-C course has +18 hours of training material and class exercises.

If I can’t attend my enrolled Live Virtual date can I reschedule?

Unfortunately, there are no transfers for your selected date and there are no refunds. You will have to redo the training. When you are ready, you need to re-enroll for the next available class and pay the full enrollment fee. Please note that once you complete the course, we will refund you $150.00 at course completion after you pass the final exam.

Are there any quizzes other than the final exam?

Yes, there are end of training module quizzes that must be completed prior to proceeding to the next training module. You have two attempts to complete the quiz with a passing grade. If you do not pass on both attempts the instructor will coordinate with you to reset the module quiz.

What happens if I do not pass the final exam?

Unfortunately, there are no retakes on the final exam. You will have to redo the training. When you are ready, you need to re-enroll for the next available class and pay the full enrollment fee. Please note that once you complete the course, we will refund you $150.00 at course completion after you pass the final exam.

Email Us for Additional Information: info@kugan.com

This Training Will Emphasize

  • Role of the Contracting Officer
  • Role of the Contracting Officer’s Representative
  • Field Office Organization Structure
  • General Contract Clauses
  • Pre-Construction Conference
  • Safety Enforcement
  • Request for Information
  • Inspection Vs Control
  • Definable Feature of Work [DFOW]
  • What is Construction Quality Management (CQM)?
  • Contractor Quality Control
  • Government Quality Assurance
  • Contractor and Government Responsibilities
  • Contractor’s Review of Drawings and Specification
  • Quality Management Planning
  • Purpose and Components of Quality Control Plan
  • Quality Control Plan Review and Acceptance Procedures
  • Pre Construction Conferences and the Coordination Meeting (Mutual Understanding Meeting) – Navy)
  • Contractor Approved Submittals
  • Government Approved Submittals
  • Submittal Register
  • Concept of Three-Phase Control System
  • Preparatory Phase Meeting
  • Preparatory Phase Checklist
  • Initial Phase Meeting
  • Initial Phase Checklist
  • Follow Up Phase
  • Quality Control Report
  • Deficiency Tracking System/ Rework Item List
  • Testing Procedures
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Quality Assurance Testing
  • Close out Procedures

CQM-C Student Testimonials

     GC“I like the thorough explanations of each topic. The teacher is so engaged in all topics. The class was not boring at all. I only dislike the big-time difference that we have.”
MQ“I like how quizzes for each module was enforced in order to move forward with the course. It was definitely a huge help. Kugan is a great instructor and glad I took this opportunity.”
TC“I had an idea about three phases of control, but once Mr. Kugan presented the aspect of DFOW and sub tasks, this clarified strongly how the process all comes together.”
CB“Mr. Panchadsaram is very knowledgeable and the course is very thorough. I have learned a lot. The convenience of being able to do this online is another positive for me.”
EH“The format is spot on for people that cannot travel across the country for a class. The portions that Kugan has online are appropriate for distance learning, and allow for meaningful interaction for the live sessions and the materials needing dynamic presentation. Definitely 5 stars on yelp, would buy again.”
KW“I really like this course, this is my 3rd time with Mr. Kugan, he is very thorough and thought provoking. I really like this particular course because you can take it in 2 sections. 1 on demand and the other as a class, I feel like I got to engage with the class more via zoom. Thanks Mr. Kugan for another great class!”
SS“Mr. Kugan was very good at explaining the questions and informing me as to how this process works and the benefits of work with the CQC program to make me a better contractor. I liked going over the real-life situations and hearing from other professionals too!”
ML“The study guide is a wonderful document and Mr. Kugan is very thorough.”
HE“The course has proven to be extremely helpful for my career, providing me with a wealth of new knowledge.”
AJ“I liked having the pdf document to reference and make notes in. The interaction and group discussions helped me understand the material better.”
GB“Mr. Kugan, your style is amazing!! Thanks for your desire for me to learn the material and not just passing a test!!”
KM“I liked the 8-hour on demand training. It allowed for a self-paced process while dealing with day-to-day job requirements. The online in person session allowed for interaction with Mr. Kugan and others to discuss items from previous topics or topics discussed during live session. I will recommend to others who may need to certification in the future.”
JM“Before taking this course, my preference was certainly in-person. However, this course far exceeded my expectations. The instruction, and the rigor was superb. I'm recommending your course to all my friends in the construction industry. KUDOS”
DC“Based upon my experience with this course, I plan to use it again in 5 years for my next renewal if it is still available. Also, I will definitely recommend this course to others I know who need to take it.”
JM"Although this course is 100% digital and online, the format, exercises and quizzes make this course one of the most interactive engaging training courses I have taken. The information is in-depth and important items are touched on throughout the training to ensure retention."
MS"As you know the on-line version took longer than the 16 hours, however with that stated it is my opinion I did learn more whether from added information and/or the way it was presented. I liked the practical approach to this training, the detailed information on the QC Plan components such as the DFOW’s, subtasks, examples and how they pertain to the Three Phases of Control, and the NAS Schedule. My understanding of Planning & Control as it applies to the QC Program is now at a higher level after this course. The information about the Government QA side that they should have the DFOW’s, and various other background insight is helpful."
AK"The best aspect of the course was the communication line between You and the student. I appreciated that we could reach out at any time for help. I am very satisfied. Thank you! I hope you stay safe during this troubling time, and I appreciate what you are doing."
KC"The Kugan CQC course is much more comprehensive from the in-person courses that I have taken in the past. I wish that this was my 1st introduction to CQM. I would have had a better understanding of QCM and reduced by mistakes over the years."
EP"I especially liked how Kugan kept me on my toes with his training style. I appreciate the deep respect that he has for the QC/QA system as it relates to projects. His training empowers QCMs to fulfill their employers’ contractual responsibilities, and protects the interests of all customers. This, by far, is one of the absolute best courses I have ever taken. You are guaranteed to learn and be steered in the path of success. Much respect, Kugan!"
SG"I liked the very detailed presentation of each module and it covered all the requirements and expectations by providing various examples and scenarios that helped with a better understanding of why each element of the QC program is needed and important for a successful project. I didn’t find weak aspects. I’ve been through several rounds of QCM training over the last 20 years and I feel that this material and format explained it very well, and everyone involved in projects that apply these principles and program should take this training. I’m very satisfied with this course and I will highly recommend it to others."
RV"As always Mr. Kugan has developed a program that is thorough and very precise extremely knowledgeable. I have taken this course at least 5 times from MR. Kugan and twice from other instructors in NAVFAV since I am a current Government employee and it always amazes me how this refresher course teaches me each time. I salute Mr. Kugan on this presentation. AS stated earlier I am personally extremely pleased with the overall quality of this course and being a current Government employee I personally would stress that all technical personnel as well as acquisition personnel should be required to take this course it could be an eye opener for all."
HL"Mr. Kugan, Thank you very much for the course, I truly enjoyed it. I like the fact that you use real examples to explain all of the different situations that one can encounter at the jobsite. I’ve definitely learned and relearned many aspects of Quality Control Management through this course. Having been a COR for a few years, this course has given me a more solid foundation on how to better oversee contracts on behalf of the USG. Thank you very much."
JC"1) The overall design of the course and the way it’s presented, so format was best aspect. 2) It’s not so much that there was a weak aspect…there really wasn’t any. It was more like some areas were more challenging than others. (a good thing!) 3) Very satisfied with quality… always kept me interested and certainly raised the concentration levels! What an excellent adaption from classroom to online… almost like I was right there. 4) This course kept me on the edge of my seat, so to speak, in its entirety. Best online course I’ve ever taken! I will definitely be a returning student whether on line or in the classroom. Well done, Kugan! You’re certainly a treasure to our line of work."
ST"What I liked about the course was that it was complete in every detail. This course was designed and taught well enough that someone with no background in Construction Quality Management could complete the course and be well versed in all aspects. I have taken the course a couple of times in person and Kugan is a great instructor, he keeps everyone involved and makes it interesting. Very satisfied with the course. Also very satisfied with Kugan not accepting mediocre work."
MO"I really enjoyed this course. Usually, online trainings are not good. People usually run the training videos in the background and then answer multiple choice questions at the end. There’s no learning. However, this course was an entirely different experience. The way it was set up made it feel like I was having one-on-one training. Kugan made himself available and answered any questions promptly via email or by phone. It shows that Kugan is truly dedicated to teaching."
SP"I appreciated the time spent to highlight aspects and intentions of the documents being discussed and that you related them to real life situations. Knowing that I could contact you (and did) was huge. That accomplished a couple of things, it let me know I had a great instructor and also that I would be held to full account."
KJ"I very much liked the detail that Kugan used. He covered every part of the material at least 3 different ways, to drill the information into my head! This is the third time I have taken this course; the first two times was in Virginia in Classroom. This time online with Kugan was far more instructional, Informative. I got much more out of Kugan’s Course. I feel that I can do my QCM job better from this point on. I would recommend this course to others in my field. I would take this Course again and I look forward to taking other online course from Kugan i.e. Safety Courses etc."
RA"Overall I liked everything about the course. The way Kugan explained information and reference modules to each other. He made it easy to follow along. I do not think there should be anything changed, I liked it. He made himself available if he did have questions. I was very satisfied with the course."
DT"This online version was very similar to the actual classroom experience when I flew to San Diego years back. I enjoyed the structure and way it was easy to Hop around the pdf documents in order to mark up for note taking."
DH"This course was one of the most through and challenging online classes that I have ever taken. Material was very well presented. You as an instructor showed great passion for the subject."
MJ"The primary aspect of the course that impressed most was the thorough nature of the course material. During my study phase for the test I was even more impressed by the amount of knowledge shared and the effective nature of the material. I learned a lot and retained a lot, rare in on-line courses. The downloads were very well done and essential to follow-up reviews after completing a module and final exam preparation."
DP"Thank you. I really enjoyed this online course. I felt it was more 1 on 1 with teacher / student allowing for a more engaging interaction rather than a classroom type of lecture. The only thing missed was the snacks LOL."
HM"I wish this was offered online during regular time as well. Overall I was very satisfied with this course & I really learned a lot. I will apply what I learned to be a better person & help out the Federal Project I’m currently doing in Texas."