Construction Management Curriculum Overview

This is an archived copy of the 2019-20 Catalog. To access the most recent version of the catalog, please visit http://catalog.norwich.edu/.

Charles A. Dana Professor Michael Puddicombe; Professors Thomas Descoteaux and Edwin Schmeckpeper (Chair); Associate Professors Michael Kelley, Tara Kulkarni, Jack Patterson, Adam Sevi, and Moses Tefe; Assistant Professor Nadia Al-Aubaidy.

In any given construction project the disciplines of architecture, engineering, and management converge. Recognizing this fact is a student’s first step towards becoming a real-world leader in the fields of project and construction management. The second step is taken by enrolling in Norwich University’s Construction Management degree program, where students learn the foundational skills necessary to take projects from the conceptual stage straight through to the grand opening ceremony.

Mission:

Prepare students to excel in construction management and related fields.
Make clear to students that above all else, the Construction Management profession is committed to bettering the world.
Provide fundamental, hands-on education in the construction management field.
Foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving abilities and motivate students to consider the impact of their work on society
Enable students to be leaders in their profession, community, nation, and the world.

Goals:

Construction Management students are taught to assess, strategize, and execute projects from an interdisciplinary approach in which facets of architecture, engineering, and management are taken into account. Along with business, engineering, and architecture courses, students are required to take Construction Management courses specifically designed to prepare students for situations they may encounter while on the job site and in the office. Additionally, core studies include courses in the humanities, social sciences, mathematics and sciences.

The Goals [Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)] for graduates of the Construction Management Program are to:

Lead project teams in their chosen field progressively rising to positions of technical or managerial leadership.
Be respected and recognized for technical and managerial competence in the creation of solutions that balance sustainability, societal and economic issues.
Become active citizens in their profession, community, the nation and the world.
Communicate to both technical and non-technical audience.
Actively engage in continuing education throughout life.

Outcomes:

Students who are awarded the Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, may sit for the Associated Constructors (AC) and/or the Construction Management in Training Exams (CMIT) exams. These students must have a foundational understanding of:

Construction project management from pre-design through commissioning;
project life-cycle and sustainability;
health and safety, accident prevention, and regulatory compliance;
law, contract documents administration, and dispute prevention and resolution;
materials, labor, and methods of construction;
finance and accounting principles;
planning and scheduling;
cost management, plan reading, quantity takeoff and estimating;
project delivery methods;
leadership and people management; and
business and communication skills

Students in the Construction Management Program will demonstrate an ability to:

identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
communicate effectively with a range of audiences
recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Careers for this Major:

Graduates from this program manage varying job demands and requirements and are capable of adapting to rapidly changing technology. Whether working for a private construction firm, engineering firm, government agency, real estate developer, or Industry, there are many areas in which construction managers can focus. A few of the major specialties include:

Construction management
Construction supervision
Construction inspection
Safety inspection
Project estimation
Project development

To learn more about employment opportunities in Construction Management, please visit: http://careers.asce.org.

Accreditation:

The Construction Management Program is accredited by the Applied Science Accreditation Commission (ASAC) of ABET, http://www.abet.org, 415 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201, (410) 347-7700.

B.S. in Construction Management - Curriculum Map 2019-2020 Catalog

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Freshman
Fall	Cr.	Comp.	Spring	Cr.	Comp.
CH 103 General Chemistry I (General Education Lab Science) or GL 110 Introduction to Geology	4		EG 110 Introduction to Engineering II	3
EG 109 Introduction to Engineering I	3		EN 102 Composition and Literature II	3
EN 101 Composition and Literature I	3		MA 108 Applied Calculus (General Education Math) or 121 Calculus I	4
MA 107 Precalculus Mathematics (General Education Math)	4		SA 112 Foundations of Art and Architecture II (General Education Arts & Humanities)	3
General Education Leadership	1-3		General Education History/Literature	3

Fall Semester Total Cr.:	15-17		Spring Semester Total Cr.:	16
Sophomore
Fall	Cr.	Comp.	Spring	Cr.	Comp.
AP 225 Introduction to Passive Environmental Systems	3		AP 325 Materials, Construction, and Design	3
CE 211 Surveying	3		CE 214 Site Development and Engineering	4
CE 264 Specifications and Estimating	1		EM 210 Building Information Modeling and Integrated Practices	4
EC 202 Principles of Economics (Micro) (General Education Social Science)	3		EM 220 Advanced Project Estimating	3
EN 204 Professional and Technical Writing	3		QM 213 Business and Economic Statistics I or MA 232 Elementary Statistics	3
PS 201 General Physics I (General Education Lab Science)	4

Fall Semester Total Cr.:	17		Spring Semester Total Cr.:	17
Junior
Fall	Cr.	Comp.	Spring	Cr.	Comp.
AP 327 Active Building Systems I	3		CE 457 Wood, Steel, and Concrete Structures	4
CE 336 Introduction to Transportation Engineering	3		EM 320 Construction Productivity	3
CE 351 Statics and Mechanics of Materials	4		EM 322 Construction Safety	3
CE 460 Construction Management	3		EM 324 Special Construction Systems	3
EG 350 Engineering Economics and Decision Analysis	3		General Education History/Literature	3

Fall Semester Total Cr.:	16		Spring Semester Total Cr.:	16
Senior
Fall	Cr.	Comp.	Spring	Cr.	Comp.
CE 321 Materials Laboratory	1		EM 480 Construction Management Practices (Capstone)	3
CE 458 Structural Issues for Construction	3		CE 446 Soils in Construction	4
EG 044 Conference	0		MG 310 Production/Operations Management	3
EM 399 Pilot Course	3		MG 351 Organizational Behavior	3
EM 401 Pre-Construction Management	3		Free Elective	3
EM 461 Project Management	3
EM 475 Senior Project Planning	1
MG 341 Business Law I (General Education Ethics)	3

Fall Semester Total Cr.:	17		Spring Semester Total Cr.:	16
TOTAL CREDITS FOR THIS MAJOR: 130-132

Construction Management Minor Curriculum Map 2019-2020 Catalog

Engineering majors may choose this minor. All courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

A) Two courses from either one of the following lists:
List of Architecture Courses
AP 211	Architectural Design I	5
AP 212	Architectural Design II	5
AP 221	Site Development and Design	3
AP 222	Human Issues in Design	3
AP 225	Introduction to Passive Environmental Systems	3
AP 311	Architectural Design III	5
AP 312	Architectural Design IV	5
AP 325	Materials, Construction, and Design	3
AP 411	Architectural Design V	5
AP 412	Architectural Design VI	5
List of Civil Engineering Courses
CE 211	Surveying	3
CE 214	Site Development and Engineering	4
CE 328	Soil Mechanics	4
CE 332	Engineering Hydrology	3
CE 336	Introduction to Transportation Engineering	3
CE 348	Structural Analysis	3
CE 419	Foundation Engineering	3
CE 421	Environmental Engineering	4
CE 422	Waste and Water Treatment	3
CE 442	Design of Steel Structures	3
CE 444	Reinforced Concrete Design	3
B) Plus four courses from the following:		12
EG 350	Engineering Economics and Decision Analysis	3
CE 460	Construction Management	3
EM 210	Building Information Modeling and Integrated Practices	4
EM 220	Advanced Project Estimating (formerly EM 302-Supply Chain Management)	3
EM 320	Construction Productivity	3
EM 322	Construction Safety	3
EM 324	Special Construction Systems	3
EM 401	Pre-Construction Management	3
EM 461	Project Management (formerly EM 301-Project Management)	3
Total Cr.		18

Courses

EM 101 Introduction to Construction Project Management 3 Cr.

This course provides a broad overview of the managerial, technological and physical processes that are involved in the creation of the built environment. It specifically focuses on understanding the issues in the management of a construction project. (Prerequisites: none. 3 credit-hours - 2 hours lecture and 3 hours lab).

EM 210 Building Information Modeling and Integrated Practices 4 Cr.

Use of Building Information Modeling technologies for facility design, visualization, quality estimation, cost estimation, scheduling, coordination, construction, operation, management and maintenance. Current BIM technologies will be covered, as well as BIM tools such as Autodesk Revit: Structural, Architectural, and MEP. Creation of 4-D animations using Autodesk NavisWorks and 3-D models created in Autodesk Revit: Structural. Examination of the technical logistics required to set up successful projects using BIM technologies. Classroom 3 hours plus 3 hours lab. Prerequisite: EG 110 and CE 264.

EM 220 Advanced Project Estimating 3 Cr.

The course covers the principles and practices of estimating integrated with supply chain management with particular emphasis on issues related to engineering and construction projects. Students will learn the principles of supply chain management, estimating, and purchasing in an environment characterized by inter firm relationships. 3 hours of class time per week. Prerequisite: CE 264. Co-requisite: AP 325.

EM 320 Construction Productivity 3 Cr.

This course focuses on the planning and execution of the construction of vertical and horizontal construction projects. The course emphasizes the means and methods associated with heavy civil projects, earthwork, and the construction of the project’s structural elements. Equipment selection and methods will be a major focus. Prerequisites: Junior standing. 3 credit-hours lecture.

EM 322 Construction Safety 3 Cr.

Administration and application of the OSHA Act in the construction industry; includes standards, hazard identification and the development of a safety plan. Fulfills the requirements for the 30-hour OSHA safety training certifications. Classroom 3 hours. Prerequisite: junior or senior status.

EM 324 Special Construction Systems 3 Cr.

An introduction to mechanical, electrical, control systems and plumbing and their application in the construction industry. Concepts of plumbing, HVAC, electrical systems are discussed and analyzed for their affects upon the construction of structures. BIM is applied for calculating a structures energy efficiency, design of HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems, and hands-on labs. Plan reading and quantity take-offs of mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems are conducted. Pre-requisites: CE 264 and PS 201 or higher. 2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. Offered every spring.

EM 399 Pilot Course 3 Cr.

EM 401 Pre-Construction Management 3 Cr.

This course addresses the initial phases of the building creation process. It focuses on addressing the owner’s design and construction needs and the delivery of value to the owner. Business development, estimating, planning and presentation skills are emphasized. A Design/ Build model is employed to encompass the full spectrum of architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) requirements. 2 lecture hours and 3 lab hours. Prerequisites: EM 220 and CE 460.

EM 461 Project Management 3 Cr.

The course covers the principles and practices of project management with particular emphasis on issues related to engineering and construction projects. Students will learn the principles of project management within the firm and in an environment characterized by inter firm relationships. 3 hours of class time per week. Prerequisite: CE 460.

EM 475 Senior Project Planning 1 Cr.

Each student will work with a mentor and together will define and analyze a project so that an efficient design can be completed. The project scope will be developed, tasks will be laid out, and a schedule to complete the project will be created. All of this will be presented orally and in written form in a project proposal. Prerequisite: Senior status. Corequisite: CE 460.

EM 480 Construction Management Practices 3 Cr.

A capstone and practicum course in construction management engineering that explores the processes of management as applied to actual construction projects. Topics will be reviewed in the seminar and students will work in teams to review how these topics were applied in an actual construction project and to design a construction management plan for a proposed project during laboratory. Two 1.5 hour seminar periods and a 3 hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: EM 220 and EM 461.