Survey of the Construction Industry

Catalog description

This seminar course provides an overview of the vast array of opportunities in the construction industry. Students will be exposed to careers ranging from the many administrative and management career opportunities available in the industry (e.g., construction management, architecture, and civil engineering) as well as the wide range of skilled trades careers needed to build America (e.g., electrician, carpenter, operating engineer, plumber, HVAC, and welder). Also covered will be a wide range of construction operations: residential, commercial, industrial, and public works, and how Green Construction affects and influences these projects. A General overview of Job Site Safety will also be covered.