CON 350 Introduction to Construction Engineering

This course introduces construction engineering principles and methods and equipment used in heavy and commercial construction. It includes earthmoving excavating, loading and hauling, rock excavation, compressed air and water systems, tunneling, and some selected topics from building construction. Prerequisite(s): CON 162 and CON 207

CON 351 Construction Safety

This course covers the principles required for the assurance of safety on construction sites. The main topic of the course is the review of the regulations put forth federal law 19 CFR 1926, as enforced by OSHA. Along with coverage of accident theory, hazard analysis, and incident investigation, the course provides material in accordance with OSHA 30-hour certification requirements. Prerequisite(s): CON 161, Junior Status.

CON 401W Construction Project Management and Scheduling (Writing Intensive)

This course gives an in-depth introduction and orientation to construction project management. This includes professional construction management in practice and methods in professional construction management. Some of the areas this course will cover are: Bidding and Award, Application of Controls, Scheduling, Planning and Control of Operations and Resources, Procurement Quality Assurance, Safety and Health in Construction, Industrial Relations. Computer Applications included. This is a writing-intensive course. Note: Offered at the discretion of the Construction/Architectural Management Department. Prerequisite(s): CON 161, EGL 101 with a grade of C or higher, and junior status.

ARC 303 Construction/Architecture Internship

A program of practical experience and independent study to supplement and enrich classroom learning. It is a fully faculty supervised structured industrial experience. Periodical written reports and end of the assignment employer report required. Prerequisite(s): ARC 131, CON 162 and CON 207, Junior-level status, and Department Chair approval