Fundamentals of Construction Management

Catalog 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.