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WHAT IS MOD X EDU?
Building upon decades of rigorous academic research combined with pragmatic industry experience that informs a distinctive perspective on the most impactful practices transforming offsite construction, we are offering MOD X EDU. This course will present the key concepts and principles, business strategies and models, product and subassemblies, and lessons learned internationally to maximize success in offsite development and delivery. The MOD X team will provide a select cohort of EDU participants a series of dynamic case studies and the underlying fundamentals required for moving the industry forward.
MOD X EDU | COURSE DESCRIPTION
The EDU course will commence with an introductory session and presentation of key concepts and terminology in the offsite construction industry. Following the introductory session, the MOD X team will host a series of live video sessions and provide participant access to a newly produced series of on-demand video modules focused on the following topics:
Introduction to Offsite: Terminology, Categories & Key Concepts
Business Models, Market Sectors & Product Platforms
Design for Manufacturing & Automation (DfMA)
Site Assembly Coordination & Techniques
In addition, the final live video session will include an EDU wrap-up and exclusive MOD X networking event.
MOD X EDU | COURSE STRUCTURE
To balance maximal content delivery with scheduling flexibility, the EDU course has been structured utilizing thoroughly researched and highly applicable on-demand content combined with intensive and immersive live sessions. Four (4) live online video sessions (1.5-hour) will introduce key transformative practices in the outlined subject areas. Throughout the live sessions, the MOD X team will respond to participant questions in real-time.
Session topic summaries and inquires requiring supplemental research will be made available to all course participants following the live sessions. The live online video sessions will be supported by a series of on-demand video modules (2-hour) containing case studies of leading offsite companies from the North America, Europe and Asia released to course participants on November 29, 2021. Participants will have password-protected online access to several hours of recorded digital content that includes the series of live video sessions and on-demand video modules for a period of two (2) months.
MOD X EDU | REGISTRATION
Individual Registration: $1,000 | Early Registration: $750*
Company Registration: $3,000 | Early Registration: $2,500*
Company registration includes MOD X EDU access for up to four (4) participants. A supplementary MOD X 1-hour advisory Q&A session on how these principles from the course can be applied to your company’s unique context is available upon request. This follow-up session is included in the cost of the EDU. A mutual non-disclosure agreement (MNDA) is available to maintain privacy.
*Early registration period ends November 15, 2021.
EDUCATIONAL CURRICULUM
MOD X EDU Transformative Practices in Offsite
Live Sessions
November 30
December 2
December 7
December 9, 2021
On-Demand Content
Virtual Q&A
November 29, 2021
– January 31, 2022
MOD X EDU | SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
The EDU course will consist of four (4) live online video sessions (1.5-hour) that will introduce key transformative practices in the outlined subject areas.
Session 01 | Introduction to Offsite: Terminology, Categories & Key Concepts
Introductions to the MOD X team and course participants
Overview of MOD X EDU course content
Categories and key concepts include the following:
Industrialized Construction
Offsite Construction
Modularization
Product Platforms
Product Performance
Production & Assembly Flows
Vertical Integration (Turnkey)
Horizontal Integration
Disintegration (vs. De-Integration)
Appropriate Automation
Appropriate Technology Integration
Continuous Improvement
Supply Chain Optimization
Sustainability / Circular Economy
Key International Industry Metrics
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
9:00 AM PST / Noon EST - 11:30 AM PST - 1:30 PM ESTReal-time Q&ASession #2 Business Models
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
9:00 AM PST / Noon EST - 11:30 AM PST - 1:30 PM ESTReal-time Q&AIn this session, MOD X will introduce five of the largest and most innovative companies in the Japanese offsite sector: Daiwa Home, Sekisui House, Muji House, Misawa Homes and Sekisui Chemical. This session will highlight the initial strategies of each company and how they have since evolved to address new opportunities and obstacles.
Session #3 Design for Manufacture and Assembly
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
9:00 AM PST / Noon EST - 11:30 AM PST - 1:30 PM ESTReal-time Q&AIn this session, MOD X will focus on design for manufacturing and assembly in Japan through the use of product platforms. While a number of product platforms will be introduced, focus will be paid to Sekisui Chemical’s Sekisui Heim (steel) and Two U Systems (wood). Through these examples, the key but often elusive balance between standardization and customization will be explained.
Session #4 Automation, Manufacturing & Assembly
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
9:00 AM PST / Noon EST - 11:30 AM PST - 1:30 PM ESTReal-time Q&AIn this session, MOD X will guide participants through the manufacturing and assembly process of Sekisui Chemical’s Sekisui Heim (steel) and Two U (wood) systems. This session will cover factory operations, transport, regulatory process and on site delivery.
Wrap Up Session
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
9:00 AM PST / Noon EST - 11:30 AM PST - 1:30 PM ESTReal-time Q&AIn the wrap up session, MOD X will briefly summarize the key take-aways from the previous sessions and field any questions that were not addressed during the real-time Q/A or that have arisen since the live delivery of the sessions.
Questions? Please contact MOD X for any additional information.
To schedule custom educational programs for your company, contact MOD X.
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