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BCM-100
Introduction to Construction Management
IAI: None
Intro to Construction Management will expose students to the principles of basic construction management. A wide range of construction and project management topics will be discussed, including Contracts and Specifications, Estimating, Planning, Scheduling, Blueprint Reading, Material Management, Partnering and Team Building, Quality Management and Safety. The class will utilize a case study approach to understand the many facets of Construction Management.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BCM-104
Construction Blueprint Reading
IAI: None
Construction Blueprint Reading is an introductory survey course that relates the fundamental blueprint concepts to the actual processess of construction. Emphasis is on developing a broad knowledge in reading construction blueprint symbolization and terminology used in the residential and commercial construction industry. This course covers wood frame, concrete and steel frame structures. Students will perform basic estimating take-off functions and learn how to obtain information from a variety of schedules and resources.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BCM-117
Construction Materials & Methods
IAI: None
Construction Materials & Methods is a course that surveys several manufactured products used in the residential and light commmercial construction industry. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of the specific properties of materials to best help predict the performance of the material. Fundamental construction methods and techniques of these structual framing members are discussed with each material. Subjects covered include wood, concrete, and steel.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BCM-120
Mechanical Systems
IAI: None
Mechanical Systems introduces the basic systems used in both residential and light commercial construction. HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems are discussed with application to basic functions, design and efficiency. Environmentally sustainable systems used in LEED/Green Building projects are presented and discussed as alternatives.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BCM-125
Construction Safety
IAI: None
Construction Safety presents a comprehensive review of safety and health standards for the construction industry as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Department of Labor. An OSHA certification card is issued upon successful completion of this course.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BCM-137
Architectural CAD Drafting I
IAI: None
Architectural CAD Drafting I presents the fundamental principles designed to allow the student to learn to communicate effectively in the graphic language. This course introduces the concepts and applications of CAD drafting techniques commonly used to produce "Working Drawings" of construction projects. A partial set of residential working drawings constitutes the major student project.
Prerequisite: BCM 104 or recent drafting experience.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BCM-168
Construction Internship
IAI: None
Construction Internship requires a supervised experience in a building construction technology using a cooperative training plan agreed to by the instructor, participating firm, and student. The student must submit an application to the program Chair prior to mid-term of the previous semester and requires consent of the instructor or Associate Dean. Variable and repeatable credit may be earned up to 6 hours.
Prerequisite: current enrollment in the Building Construction Management curriculum, completion of at least 15 credits in BCM courses.
Credit: 1-6 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30
BCM-195
Construction Surveying I
IAI: None
Construction Surveying I includes the fundamentals of plane surveying and the use of surveying equipment. The course is designed to emphasize the construction-related aspects of surveying and includes the development of skills necessary to accurately record field notes. The measuring of distances, theory and practice of leveling as well as traversing are studied in coordinated classroom and field laboratory assignments.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BCM-218
Construction Surveying II
IAI: None
Construction Surveying II is an advanced surveying course for construction technicians. Major concepts covered are triangulation, construction computations, coordinate systems, land surveying, and engineering surveying. The student will use a Total Station in the field to collect data and interface CAD software to generate drawings and maps.
Prerequisite: BCM 195, and MTH 100, or MTH 125 or MTH 132; or consent of instructor
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BCM-219
Statics-Strength Materials Build Constr.
IAI: None
Statics and Strength of Materials for Building Construction provides the analysis of real force systems by the application of the principles of equilibrium to rigid bodies, and simple structures. This course is a study of stresses and deformations produced by external forces under various loading conditions and specifically applied to building construction technology.
Prerequisite: MTH 100, MTH 132, or MTH 125, or consent of instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BCM-237
Architectural CAD Drafting II
IAI: None
Architectural CAD Drafting II expands on the concepts studied in BCM-137, therefore, an introductory knowledge of computer aided drafting is assumed. Emphasis will be placed on using CAD in a business/work environment. Techniques for utilizing CAD as a tool for efficiently communicating architectural drawings in a 2D and 3D environment will be introduced. General techniques, practices, and standards used in the architectural/engineering/drafting disciplines will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: BCM-137 or consent of instructor
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BCM-239
Wood Frame Structures
IAI: None
Wood Frame Structures presents fundamental principles designed to allow the student to communicate effectively in the graphic language concerning wood structural components. The student will be introduced to structural wood framing techniques. Emphasis is placed upon primary structural members and their relative position within residential and light commercial construction projects. Sustainable and energy efficiency design concepts are presented and discussed for their environmental benefit. Structural framing plans, drawn on the CAD system, are typical required lab projects.
Prerequisite: BCM 117 & BCM 137
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BCM-250
Special Topics in Building Construction
IAI: None
Special Topics in Building Construction explores specific applications, skills, or interest in building construction technology. A special topic requires: adequate and available materials on a specific construction related issue, a comprehensive course outline, instructor expertise, student and community interest, and ability to increase skills and/or knowledge in building construction technology. Variable and repeatable credit up to 6 credit hours may be earned.
Prerequisite: determined bythe special topic and consent of instructor
Credit: 1-6 semester hours
Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0-4
BCM-251
Codes, Contracts, & Specifications
IAI: None
Codes, Contracts, and Specifications introduces the student to the various forms of the construction industry's legal documentaion. Various types of building codes, construction contracts and project specifications are reviewed in this course. Other construction administration topics are also discussed in class, examples inlcude: bonding, arbitration, job bidding and job qualifying requirements and LEED/Green Building documentation. American Institute of Architects (AIA) contracts documents and the International Bulding Codes are discussed in detail. A student case study of a current construction project constitutes a major project.
Prerequisite: BCM 104 or consent of instructor
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BCM-258
Case Study in Construction Management
IAI: None
Case Study in Construction Management is a cooperative class with the architects and contractors who are under contract for large construction projects that are being built. The focus of this class is to better understand the construction processes by observing an ongoing project. Due to the fact that construction projects are several semesters in duration, students will be involved in phases of construction that are taking place during the particular semester in which the student is enrolled in the class. Students will attend construction meetings and interact with the owner, architects and contractors. The class will conduct project ?walk-throughs? on a regular basis. Students can repeat this course once (for a total of 2 times, 6 credits).
Prerequisite: BCM 104 and consent of the instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BCM-260
Construction Estimating
IAI: None
Building Construction Estimating introduces the basic concepts of preparing construction cost estimates including the four major components: material, labor, overhead, and profit. A systematic approach to quantity surveys is emphasized. Students will complete an estimate of a residential construction structure.
Prerequisite: BCM-104
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BCM-270
Construction Job Scheduling
IAI: None
Construction Job Scheduling introduces the concepts necessary to communicate in construction job scheduling. The student is introduced to the concepts of critical path and PERT method. Actual schedules are produced both manually and on the computer. Primavera "SureTrak" software is utilized for all computer applications.
Prerequisite: BCM-104 and BCM-239
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
BCM-278
Green Building Fundamentals
IAI: None
Green Building Fundamentals is a course that focuses on the critical components of sustainable design and green building. Emphasis is placed on environmental implication, market treands, economic and social factors. Information will be presented on how to become a LEED Accredited Professional and how to prepare fo the Green Associate exam. Out of classroom activities will be coordianted with the local chapter of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).
Prerequisite: BCM-117, BCM-120, and BCM-239
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
BCM-298
Independent Study
IAI: None
Independent Study encourages individual projects or research of special interest related to Building Construction Management. The student must submit an application to the program Chair prior to mid-term of the prior semester for a specific topic in cooperation with a qualified instructor. Approval of the topic and study plan by the instructor and the program Chair or Associate Dean is required. Variable and repeatable credit may be earned up to 6 credit hours.
Prerequisite: current enrollment in the Building Construction Management curriculum, completion of a minimum 15 credits in BCM courses, and sophomore class standing.
Credit: 1-6 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-30
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