QA/QC in Construction: A Practical Quality Assurance and Quality Control Training Course for Engineering Projects
1Summary
Quality assurance and quality control sound like the same thing, but treating them as one job is exactly how defects and non-conformances slip through on engineering projects. QA is the system that prevents problems; QC is the inspection that catches what got through anyway — and a project needs both, working together, to avoid rework, disputes, and reputational damage. This training course builds a practical, integrated foundation in both.
Participants learn to run systematic site inspections, build and manage a quality management system aligned with ISO 9001, and plan the material testing that verifies work meets specification. The course also covers how to manage compliance with codes, standards and contractual quality requirements, giving participants the tools to catch problems early and defend quality decisions when they're challenged.
Delivered by Arab British Fellowship Training Academy through its QA/QC in Construction Training Course, this programme builds strong, practical QA/QC competency for engineering and construction professionals, equipping them to apply quality practices effectively in real project environments.
2Objectives and target group
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Distinguish between quality assurance and quality control and apply each effectively
- Conduct systematic site inspections to verify construction quality
- Build a quality management system for engineering projects and maintain its effectiveness
- Apply ISO 9001 principles within a construction and engineering environment
- Plan and oversee material testing in line with project specifications
- Manage compliance with codes, standards, and contractual quality requirements
- Identify, document, and resolve non-conformances effectively
- Build a project culture that puts quality first
Who Should Attend
- QA/QC engineers and managers
- Site engineers and inspectors responsible for quality verification
- Project and construction managers monitoring quality performance
- Materials and testing laboratory personnel
- Compliance, accreditation, and certification specialists
- Consultants and client-side teams overseeing construction quality
3Course Content
Module 1: QA vs QC — Two Jobs, One Quality Outcome
- Understanding the difference between quality assurance and quality control
- The role of QA and QC across the project lifecycle
- Designing a quality management system for engineering projects and linking it to project documentation
Module 2: Inspection — Catching Problems Before They're Built In
- Planning and conducting site inspections
- Inspection checklists and mandatory hold points
- Recording inspection results and reporting
Module 3: Building ISO 9001 into a Construction Quality System
- Overview of ISO 9001 principles and requirements
- Applying ISO 9001 within construction and engineering projects
- Preparing for audits and certification
Module 4: Material Testing and Managing Non-Conformance
- Planning material testing requirements and specifications
- Common testing methods for construction materials
- Interpreting test results and managing non-conforming material
Module 5: Compliance — Codes, Standards and Contractual Quality Requirements
- Managing compliance with codes, standards, and specifications
- Contractual quality requirements and how to enforce them
- Documentation required to demonstrate compliance
Module 6: Practical Application
- Case studies in applying QA/QC on construction projects
- Managing non-conformances and corrective actions
- Lessons learned from real quality challenges on engineering projects