Construction Management Courses, Bachelor of Science, Technology

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology, Construction Management Option

University Core Curriculum (27 hours)

Required courses

Construction Science, 41 hours

PHYCS 110 - General Physics 1.

Studies the laws of Newtonian mechanics. Introductory fluid statics and dynamics, heat and thermodynamics, and wave motion and sound. Recommended background: one year of college preparatory physics in high school. Prerequisite: MATHS 112, trigonometry or appropriate trigonometry sub scores on Mathematics placement exam or passing grade in high school physics. Parallel: PHYCS 111 is recommended for students who have not attained the recommended background.

ECON 201 - Elementary Microeconomics.

A study of why people specialize as producers and exchange what they produce with others. Includes analysis of how market structure affects prices. Discusses the issue of whether self-interested economic behavior promotes or hinders society.

CHEM 111 - General Chemistry 1.

Chemistry of the elements and their compounds with emphasis on basic principles. Atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, properties of solutions, and nature of matter. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour recitation-laboratory period weekly. Prerequisite: one year of secondary school algebra or the equivalent.

MATHS 112 - Precalculus-Trigonometry.

Trigonometric functions, identities, and equations; graphs of the trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions; solution of right and general triangles; polar coordinates; and complex numbers. Students will be required to use scientific calculators. Prerequisite: MATHS 108 or 111 or permission of the department chairperson. Not open to students who have credit in MATHS 161 or higher.

ITDPT 160 - Technical Analysis.

The computational and presentation skills needed to solve technical problems.

ITCST 104 - Introduction to Construction.

Overview of the aspects of construction management including designer- builder relationships, construction decuments, estimating, scheduling, project management, safety, materials, and other relevant subjects.

ITCST 106 - CAD for Construction Technology.

Focuses on the application of computer aided design processes in construction technology.

ITCST 180 - Construction Documents.

Overview in the reading and utilization of construction documents, including print reading. Use and analysis of the project manual and specification section, bidding documents, and other relative subjects.

ITCST 200 - Site Preparation.

The study of the processes related to the preparation of a construction site. Specific topics include the fundamentals of surveying, soil types, and foundation systems.

ITCST 250 - Construction Methods and Materials 1.

Introduction to the application of sequential construction methods combined with the study of materials as they are utilized in structures. Special emphasis on the role of a construction manager in the proper handling and utilization of construction materials.

ITCST 252 - Building Diagnostics.

Overview of building construction and energy systems, energy audit techniques, principles of heat transfer and air movement. Field and laboratory work to include pressurization and remote heat sensing devices to measure energy loss in building.

PLAN 440 - Building Performance.

A scientific approach to understanding how energy and moisture move in buildings, and how buildings fail with respect to health and safety, durability, comfort, and affordability. While the focus is on housing, the fundamentals are applicable to all buildings.

ITCST 300 - Structural Mechanics.

The study of static equilibrium, free-body, shear and bending-moment diagram. The computation of loads, moment, and shear for beams and trusses. Prerequisite: MATHS 112, PHYCS 110.

ITCST 350 - Mechanical and Electrical Systems.

The study of codes, design, methods, and materials related to electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

Construction Management, 20 hours

ITDPT 380 - Internship in Technology.

Emphasizes internal or external placement in a technology workplace. Provides opportunities to integrate and apply course content to the workplace. A paid or unpaid work experience for majors in the Department of Technology. Prerequisite: permission of the work expereicne coordinator. A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.

ITDPT 390 - Training and Development in Industry.

Training and development in industry and their relationship to the job and organization. Emphasizes skills needed to systematically plan, implement, evaluate, and revise training and development programs. Provides opportunities for practical application and practice.

ITCST 310 - Ethics in Construction.

Examines professionalism within the modern construction industry. Traces the development of building professions with regard to the foundations of current practice. Focuses on career options and planning, leadership, eithics, and ethical practice using care studies and selected readings.

ITCST 320 - Estimating.

An introduction to estimating in construction. Reviews and incorporates knowledge of construction planning and processes, developing estimates using labor costs, and standards used by the industry.

ITCST 355 - Planning and Scheduling.

Scheduling practices affecting project planning to include site, area, and owner related environmental issues. Specific emphasis on network diagrams, calculations, and computer applications.

ITCST 365 - Construction Safety.

Study of the practices used to establish a safe and healthful environment for construction site personnel/occupants. Includes the codes and requirements of safety and health regulating agencies.

ITCST 400 - Construction Project Management.

The study of procedures and administrative functions common in the construction industry. Specific topics include documentation, correspondence, payments, submittals, change orders, and documents.

ITCST 420 - Construction Finance and Law.

The principles of business law applicable to the construction process including employer, employee, and client rights and obligations, and partnerships. The principles of finance related to construction are also covered.

ITCST 460 - Capstone in Construction.

A construction product, process, or system is studied. Conduct in-depth research on an approved topic related to construction. Results of the research are formally presented to peers and faculty.

Technical Electives Approved by Advisor 6-9

Business Administration Minor Construction Management, 15 hours

ACC 201 - Principles of Accounting 1.

An introduction to accounting emphasizing the basic principles underlying the accounting cycle. Includes the preparation of reports to management and external users of financial statements. Prerequisite: sophomore standing.

BL 260 - Principles of Business Law.

The nature, role, structure, and historical development of the legal system. The essential elements of legal liability, contracts, and government regulation of business. Law, ethics, and commercial relations that constitute the legal environment of business.

MATHS 181 - Elementary Probability and Statistics.

Algebra-based introduction to statistical applications through descriptive methods, probability, normal distributions, confidence intervals, hypotheses tests, regression, and correlation. Misuses of statistics and common probability misconceptions are discussed. Statistical experiments and simulations are conducted. Technology use is integrated throughout. Prerequisite: qualifying ACT or SAT score, or appropriate score on the mathematics placement test, or MATHS 108, or permission of the department chairperson.

ECON 221 - Business Statistics.

Introduction to various statistical and probabilistic concepts and techniques with application to business problems including random variables and probability distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, testing of hypotheses, simple linear regression, and correlation. Prerequisite: C or better grade in MATHS 136 or equivalent; sophomore standing; demonstrated proficiency in computer skills.

ISOM 251 - Introductory Operations Management.

Introduction to the tools and techniques of management with practical applications to the production of goods and services. Prerequisite: MGT 200 or equivalent or parallel MGT 300 or permission of the department chairperson. Not open to B.S. or B.A. candidates for a major in the Miller College of Business.

MGT 200 - Management Principles.

Introduction to the basic concepts and principles of management. Focuses on structures within companies and processes within firms to bring principles to bear on the practical problems of managing organizations. Not open to the B.S. or B.A. candidates for a major in the Miller College of Business. Not open to students who have credit in MGT 300.

The prerequisite for ECON 221 is a C or better grade in MATHS 136 or the equivalent; sophomore standing; demonstrated proficiency in computer skills. Other prerequisites may be necessary for MATHS 136.