Construction Management - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
APPLICATION CODE 290
For curriculum information, contact the Division of Health, Science, and Technology—Room SET-430.
Construction managers are integral members of design and construction teams responsible for the scope, schedule, cost, and quality of building construction projects. This program provides students with the foundation of knowledge and skills necessary to perform a management role in the building construction industry (strategic thinking, technical know-how/problem solving, and collaborative teamwork). The Construction Management program prepares students to succeed in architectural, engineering, and general contracting jobs with various titles such as field engineer, project engineer, superintendent, project manager, and project executive. The curriculum includes lecture, lab, and jobsite experiences that give students a solid background in the areas of building materials and methods, building systems, construction contract documentation, planning, procurement, cost estimating, scheduling, operations, safety, and quality control. The program also includes a focus on general studies, with coursework in the physical sciences, economics, ethics, and communications. Students who are interested in a bachelor’s degree are advised to check the requirements of the institution to which they intend to transfer.
Suggested Semester 1
| ENGL 121 | College Composition | 3 |
| CADD 101 | Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting and Design | 3 |
| CNST 100 | Introduction to Construction Management | 3 |
| CNST 101 | Building Construction Materials and Methods | 3 |
| MATH 143 | Precalculus I | 3 |
| | or higher core course | |
Suggested Semester 2
Suggested Semester 3
| ARTS 101 | Two-Dimensional Art and Design | 3 |
| | OR | |
| ARTS 103 | Drawing I: Observation and Invention | 3 |
| CNST 210 | Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Other Building Systems | 3 |
| CNST 215 | Building Construction Operations and Management | 3 |
| HEED 106 | Introduction to Stress Management | 1 |
Science Elective - Select 4 credits from the following:
Suggested Semester 4
| BMGT 203 | Business Ethics | 3 |
| CNST 220 | Building Construction Cost Estimating and Control | 3 |
| CNST 225 | Building Construction Planning and Scheduling | 3 |
| ECON 101 | Principles of Economics (Macro) | 3 |
| ENGL 230 | Technical Writing | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
A graduate should be able to
- Demonstrate foundational knowledge and comprehension of construction operations and management.
- Apply technical skills and knowledge to manage construction projects successfully as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrate effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate professional standards of leadership, accountability, and ethical responsibility.