Construction Management
Program Educational Objective
EO 1. Immediately upon graduation, CM graduates have both the theoretical knowledge and professional practice experience that makes them more valuable to employers and increases their qualifications and opportunities for more responsible entry-level career positions.
EO 2. CM graduates are capable of engaging and leading others to successful completion of construction projects.
EO 3. CM graduates are capable of pursuing successful careers in construction that lead to executive and leadership positions in the construction industry.
EO 4. CM graduates are committed to continuous learning that will enable them to adapt to changing technological and economic circumstances
EO 5. CM graduates are devoted to their professions and committed to fulfilling their ethical, social, and environmental responsibilities
CM Program Learning Outcomes
PLO 1. A graduate of this program shall have demonstrated their ability to apply what they learned in the classroom to professional practice during their co-op assignments.
PLO 2. A graduate of this program shall have acquired the ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and analytic and critical thinking skills for the purpose of identifying, formulating and solving construction problems.
PLO 3. A graduate of this program shall have acquired an understanding of the analysis and design of structural, mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems for buildings for the purpose of effectively coordinating the design and managing the installation of these systems.
PLO 4. A graduate of this program shall have acquired an understanding of construction means and methods and an ability to effectively manage project personnel, materials, equipment and cost.
PLO 5. A graduate of this program shall have acquired business and management skills necessary to run construction projects and organizations.
PLO 6. A graduate of this program shall have acquired the ability to communicate effectively.
PLO 7. A graduate of this program shall have acquired an understanding of the constructor’s role as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and an ability to function effectively on teams.
PLO 8. A graduate of this program shall have acquired an ability to research and apply modern techniques, skills and tools for managing construction projects.
Program Learning Objectives
The Program Learning Objectives (PLO) of the Construction Management program and the associated Student Learning Objectives (AACE SLO) are as follows:
PLO # |
ACCE SLO # |
Description |
1 |
1 |
Create written communications appropriate to the construction discipline. |
2 |
2 |
Create oral presentations appropriate to the construction discipline. |
3 |
3 |
Create a construction project safety plan. |
4 |
4 |
Create construction project cost estimates. |
5 |
5 |
Create construction project schedules. |
6 |
6 |
Analyze professional decisions based on ethical principles. |
7 |
7 |
Analyze construction documents for planning and management of construction processes. |
8 |
8 |
Analyze methods, materials, and equipment used to construct projects. |
9 |
9 |
Apply construction management skills as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. |
10 |
10 |
Apply electronic-based technology to manage the construction process. |
11 |
11 |
Apply basic surveying techniques for construction layout and control. |
12 |
12 |
Understand different methods of project delivery and the roles and responsibilities of all constituencies involved in the design and construction process. |
13 |
13 |
Understand construction risk management. |
14 |
14 |
Understand construction accounting and cost control. |
15 |
15 |
Understand construction quality assurance and control. |
16 |
16 |
Understand construction project control processes. |
17 |
17 |
Understand the legal implications of contract, common, and regulatory law to manage a construction project. |
18 |
18 |
Understand the basic principles of sustainable construction. |
19 |
19 |
Understand the basic principles of structural behavior. |
20 |
20 |
Understand the basic principles of mechanical, electrical, and piping systems. |
21 |
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Experience the application of various construction management concepts through successful completion of real-world co-operative education opportunities. |