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CMG450 - Materials Used in Construction
Course Description
This course provides an overview of the main materials used in construction and teaches how materials are employed in construction projects with a focus on the study of types, properties, uses, and methods of assembly of different key materials. Students will explore the different uses of construction materials, such as Portland cement, asphalt, wood, steel, and masonry. Areas of study include investigation, testing, classification, and engineering properties of materials, as well as the modification techniques, according to ASTM standards and government laws and regulations. Material selection from a sustainable construction perspective will also be discussed as part of this course.
Credit Hours: 3
CMG465 - Sustainable Development
Course Description
This is an interdisciplinary course that provides students with an understanding of the main concepts of sustainability, sustainable-development principles, and key challenges and solutions to meet sustainable-development goals, including economic, social, and environmental initiatives. Students in this course will gain an in-depth insight into the environmental issues, including climate change, natural resource consumption, and ecosystems issues resulting from industrial development. Students will also learn about the policies, standards, technologies, methodologies, and best practices that offer sustainability solutions to economic and social development problems.
Credit Hours: 3
CMG400 - Construction Cost Estimating
Course Description
In this course, students will gain an understanding of the methods and techniques used to perform quantity takeoff and to prepare construction cost estimates. In addition, students will learn how to read plans and specifications and how to use on-screen takeoff tools such as Bluebeam to perform quantity takeoffs. Students will also learn the most important considerations in estimating direct and indirect costs for excavation, concrete, masonry, metals, wood structure, thermal and moisture protection systems, doors, windows, finishes, and MEP work.
Credit Hours: 3
PJM350 - Construction Project Management
Course Description
This course intends to teach key aspects of construction project management, including the theory, methods and quantitative tools used to effectively plan, organize, and control construction projects; efficient management methods revealed through practice and research; and practical project management knowledge from on-site situations. To achieve this objective, the course provides a basic project management framework in which the project lifecycle is broken down into key phases. Within this framework, students will learn the key processes and tools necessary to manage construction projects. By the end of the term, students will be able to adapt and apply the framework to effectively manage a construction project in an Architecture/ Engineering/ Construction (A/E/C) firm.
Credit Hours: 3
CMG300 - Fundamentals of Construction Management
Course Description
This course teaches the fundamental skills that construction management students need to ensure they can successfully manage construction projects. This course is intended to introduce students to the basic components of construction management and provide the essential tools and skills needed to implement construction projects from the pre-construction and design phases to the project closure phase. At the completion of this course, students will be able to identify the importance of the construction industry and the main skills construction managers need to possess, including contract management, material and resource management, planning and scheduling, cost estimating and project control. Students will also be introduced to topics such as construction project health, safety, security, and new directions in construction management.
Credit Hours: 3
