This course provides a broad overview of the built environment, the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry as well as different career paths within the industry. Insight into the processes, the people and the practices involved to bring a building from a concept to reality are presented. An emphasis will be placed on the construction management process and the critical role of the construction manager. Course must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher. Lab fee required.
Studies in construction communication tools will provide an understanding and the interpretation of construction drawing systems to include blueprint reading. Students will develop both free-hand sketching skills for onsite redline drawings utilizing industry software such as Bluebeam and the introduction of basic Computer-aided design (CAD) applications. Lab fee required.
This course will introduce students to basic knowledge in building information modeling. Students will learn to create and modify basic building elements, envelope systems and features in a simple 3D digital building model.
This course offers an in-depth knowledge of the materials and methods employed in building construction. Students are introduced to building science, materials science, codes and standards in the construction industry. Construction techniques are presented as related to sitework and the building envelope. This course covers major construction materials such as soil, concrete, masonry, wood, metal and other finish materials. Course must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher. Lab fee required.
This course is a continuation of the discussion of materials, methods and techniques with an emphasis placed on mechanical systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression systems. As buildings have become more sophisticated, students will gain an understanding of communications, electronic safety and security and utilities of modern building construction as it pertains to construction processes. Other divisions addressed include, but are not limited to, furnishings, specialty construction, conveying systems, earthwork, construction equipment and exterior improvements. This course will also offer an in-depth study of today's advanced sustainable building technologies and sustainable rating systems. This course must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher. Lab fee required.
This intermediate course provides a basic knowledge of how construction documents are prepared and the extraction of information from these documents. An emphasis will be placed on the interpretation of the information from the construction documents for construction planning and management as it applies to the scope of work, sequencing and processes, submittals, RFI, addendums and change orders. This course will familiarize students with commercial construction building systems, assemblies and the relationship between drawings from various disciplines such as civil, architectural, structural, MEP and so on. Topics include basic construction abbreviations, symbology and understanding various scales of drawings. Emerging computer technologies for construction management are introduced. Students must complete the class with a grade of "C" or higher. Lab fee required.
This is an introductory course in project scheduling and planning using bar charts, critical path method (CPM), precedence diagram and linear scheduling methods. Students will develop an understanding of resource leveling, cost loaded schedule, updating, and expediting the schedule on construction projects. Students will work on a semester project to develop activities and sequences involved on a typical construction project. Industry standard software will be introduced in the class to create the various schedules. Course must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher.
This introductory course provides need-to-know information for students working in the construction environment. The course identifies safety best practices adopted to reduce or prevent workplace accidents and injuries based on current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards as related to the building construction industry. Other topics introduced include current worker's compensation laws affecting the construction industry, methods available to reduce worker's compensation premiums, identifying the direct impact of long-term injuries, minimizing risk and identifying personal protection equipment (PPE) for safe working conditions. Upon successful completion of OSHA training modules, students will earn an OSHA 10-Hour industry certification. Lab fee required.
This course introduces the fundamentals of estimating process for construction projects. Topics include the work breakdown structure (WBS); extraction of quantities (quantity take-offs) such as area, volume, weight, etc., from construction documents; analysis and determination of direct and indirect costs; the uses of unit cost databases; bidding process; project delivery methods; and types of estimates. Computer-based construction estimating software will be introduced. Course must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher.
This course emphasizes the study of the four fundamental functions of management: planning, leading, organizing and controlling and their application to business decision-making. Connections will be made between the planning process and the controlling function to evaluate organizational performance. The course also studies theoretical principles of management, communication concepts, human resource management, organizational structures as well as motivational theory. Principles will be applied to entrepreneurial, corporate and international organizations.
This course involves the practical uses of applied mathematics in the areas of engineering technology, design and construction. Trigonometric functions are covered as well as law of sines, law of cosines and basic vector mechanics.
MAC 1114 can be used to satisfy the MTB 1329 program requirement
This course covers the theory and practice of surveying, use and care of instruments, instrument error, balancing and closing traverses, introduction to many different types of surveying such as land and route surveys, topographic and hydrographic surveys, pipeline and tunnel surveys, culvert and bridge surveys, construction and municipal surveys. Course must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher.
Choose two credits from the following Cooperative Education courses:
This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to apply classroom theory to practical, work-related applications and general exposure to various aspects of the construction industry. Students are expected to complete the required 50 internship hours with general contractors, subcontractors, architectural and engineering firms, project owners or material suppliers to be considered a qualified learning experience. Seminars may be a component of this course. Regular contact with the assigned faculty advisor is required. Students shall secure an internship opportunity and/or employer sponsorship prior to seeking departmental approval. This course may be repeated based upon the student's academic plan. Lab fee required.
This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to apply classroom theory to practical, work-related applications and general exposure to various aspects of the construction industry. Students are expected to complete the required 100 internship hours with general contractors, subcontractors, architectural and engineering firms, project owners or material suppliers to be considered a qualified learning experience. Seminars may be a component of this course. Regular contact with the assigned faculty advisor is required. Students shall secure an internship opportunity and/or employer sponsorship prior to seeking departmental approval. This course may be repeated based upon the student's academic plan. Lab fee required.
This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to apply classroom theory to practical, work-related applications and general exposure to various aspects of the construction industry. Students are expected to complete the required 150 internship hours with general contractors, subcontractors, architectural and engineering firms, project owners or material suppliers to be considered a qualified learning experience. Seminars may be a component of this course. Regular contact with the assigned faculty advisor is required. Students shall secure an internship opportunity and/or employer sponsorship prior to seeking departmental approval. This course may be repeated based upon the student's academic plan. Lab fee required.
