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Term Effective:
Fall 2023
The requirements for this program of study are effective beginning the semester shown above. If you began working on this program before the effective semester, you may not be affected by the changes. Consult with the program contact person or the department chair to determine your eligibility to complete the program under previous requirements.
Description:
Students will gain fundamental knowledge and practical experience with construction management skills, tools, and techniques necessary to be employed in an entry-level construction management position at a local residential or light-commercial construction industry firm. Light-commercial construction involves non-residential buildings constructed of light gauge metal framing or wood.
Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- Understand the skills and knowledge required for entry-level positions in construction management.
- Identify safety-related issues that occur on a construction jobsite and explain safe use of equipment, techniques, and materials usage.
- Describe various construction phases and detailed construction processes for a typical residential or light-commercial project.
- Perform basic and accurate quantitative construction material quantity surveys (take-offs) from construction drawings.
- Explain the relationship between different professionals or agencies involved in a construction project.
- Utilize, write, or modify construction documents or forms such as contracts, specifications, Requests For Information (RFI), and change orders.
- Prepare preliminary cost estimates and project construction schedules for residential and light-commercial construction projects.
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