The Construction Management Technology program is a blend of civil
engineering technology and construction business management. This is achieved by
applying principles in civil engineering technology and management to the
construction process. The Construction Management Technology program provides
quality instruction in construction engineering technology and management to
enable graduates to be professional constructors. This mission is fulfilled by
providing students with a foundation in mathematics, science, communications,
social science and humanities; which are coupled with civil engineering
technology and management principles leading to a rewarding career in the
construction industry. Upon graduation students can expect to be able to:
- Demonstrate and apply acquired knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern
tools of construction practice to emerging applications of construction
practice using mathematics, science, engineering, and technology in order to
improve construction processes.
- Apply creativity appropriate to construction processes by functioning
effectively on teams that solve technical problems, through effective
communications.
- Have the ability to pursue lifelong learning and have a commitment to
quality, timely, and continuous improvement.
- Respect diversity and recognize professional, societal, ethical, and
global responsibilities.
The student is taught a variety of civil engineering and management topics in
a technical and rigorous curriculum. The primary focus is surveying, materials
testing, structural analysis and design, highways, estimating, and
heavy-highway/building methods and equipment. The curriculum features
management courses that may lead to a minor in business. There is extensive
use of computer applications throughout the program.
Employment Opportunities
With a Bachelor of Science degree, graduates are prepared to initially perform
technical/supervisory tasks in the field and office, and to then advance to
management positions. Prospective employers include construction contractors
and subcontractors, private and public construction inspection agencies,
contract administrators, and major facility owners. There may also be similar
employment opportunities in other project-oriented industries, such as
aircraft, aerospace, and shipbuilding. On the purely technical side, there are
employment opportunities in soils, foundations, and building materials testing
firms.
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