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Associate in Applied Science Degree (4 semesters)
Short-Term Certificates (1-2 Semesters)
The construction management curriculum is designed to prepare students to apply construction management skills in a variety of applications in the construction industry. The program includes instruction in various construction applications such as project management, construction materials and methods, estimating, scheduling, blueprint reading, safety regulations, and design.
Construction Management, a pathway through the Engineering Technology program, offers options to earn an Associate in Applied Science degree in Construction Management or Short-Term Certificates in Construction Science and/or Construction Basics.
The combination of classroom learning and hands-on lab work includes topics such as construction principles, project management techniques, safety protocols, electrical and plumbing systems, design fundamentals, and sustainable project delivery methods. Through interactive discussions and practical exercises, students develop teamwork and problem-solving skills essential for success in the field. Graduates emerge with a well-rounded understanding of construction practices, equipped to pursue a variety of roles in the construction industry.
Graduates can expect to acquire a position in various construction disciplines from project management to design. Earnings for construction managers vary based on the level of responsibility. Estimated annual earnings for construction managers range from $46,000 to $70,000 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2023.
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the materials, methods, and equipment used in building construction. Emphasis will be placed on the construction process and how the various materials and equipment relate to the different stages of the process. Upon completion of this course the student will understand the total building process, know the various materials used in each stage of construction, understand the techniques and methods used with different materials, and specify materials with essential characteristics.
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to law practices pertinent to the construction industry. Emphasis will be placed on law as it relates to the contractor. Upon completion of this course the student will understand articles of incorporation, building contracts, contracts for the purchase of labor and materials, construction loans, the various types of construction agreements, permits, plans and specifications, warranties, and insurance.
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the plumbing, electrical, and lighting systems used in buildings. Emphasis will be on the design considerations based on plumbing and electrical codes. Upon completion of this course the student will understand the basic principles and hardware requirements in designing plumbing, electrical and lighting systems.
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the principles and practices used in managing the various aspects of the construction process. Emphasis will be placed on pertinent business procedures. Upon completion of this course the student will know how to organize, bid, purchase, account for, plan, and schedule a construction job.
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to green project delivery from the contractor's point of view. This course will focus on this green building process and the potential impact of green construction on building projects and on the contractor's business. Students will know how to evaluate green requirements, document a green project and evaluate risk associated with green project delivery. Upon completion, the student will be able to bid, contract and subcontract green projects, facilitate green procurement, manage green construction and perfomr green project commissioning and closeout.
