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Bachelor of Technology, Construction Management: 2007-2008 Catalog
Programs of Study

Construction Management

Bachelor of Technology *

Students must meet with a counselor and be admitted into the Construction Management program prior to enrolling in upper division courses.

*NOTE: Authorization to include the Bachelor of Technology in Construction Management program at Western Nevada College has been sought from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. The Commission's decision is expected by fall 2007.

The Bachelor of Technology degree in Construction Management provides associate degree students, new students and skilled workers with an educational route toward a career as a construction manager or supervisor. The 128-credit program combines knowledge in construction methods, planning and project management with business and supervisory skills. This program allows those who have completed an associate degree in construction technology to progress academically and earn a bachelor's degree. It also allows those already working in the construction field to enroll in an applicable baccalaureate degree program and expand career advancement possibilities. Students must meet with a counselor and be admitted into the program.

Information:775-445-3267

Salary: $58,600–$103,800 / year (Nevada)

Career Outlook: Average growth through 2014.

Good To Know: Those with a bachelor's degree have a better chance of finding jobs and earning higher pay. Most managers supervise several areas at once, and new building technologies require more supervision.

WNC Academic Division: For more information about this program of study, please contact the Technology Division.


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Total Requirements: 128 credits

 
Business Core 18 Credits
ACC 201 Financial Accounting 3
ECON 102 Principles of Microeconomics 3
ECON 103 Principles of Macroeconomics 3
ECON 261 Principles of Statistics I 3
MGT 323 Organizational Behavior and Interpersonal Behavior 3
MGT 367 Human Resource Management 3
 
Construction Core Requirements 62 Credits
AC 198B Special Topics in HVAC 2
BI 101B Introduction to Building Codes 3
CADD 120B Architectural Drafting I 3
CEE 411 Environmental Law 3
CEE 462 Construction Cost Estimating 3
CEE 463 Project Scheduling 3
CEE 464 Construction Law 2
CEE 465 Construction Cost Accounting 2
CEE 466 Construction Management 2
CEE 495 Special Topics 3
CONS 108B Construction Materials and Methods 3
CONS 114B Soils, Sitework, Concrete and Testing 3
CONS 116B Plumbing Principles and Methods 2
CONS 118B Construction Contract Documents 3
CONS 120B Blueprint Reading and Specification 3
CONS 121B Principles of Construction Estimating 3
CONS 205B Construction Site Safety 1
CONS 216B Structural Layout Assembly 2
CONS 230B Electrical Distribution System 2
CONS 281B Construction Planning Scheduling And Control 3
CONS 351 Advanced Project Supervision 5
CONS 451 Advanced Internship in Construction 2
SUR 119B Construction Surveying 4
 
General Education Requirements 48 Credits
A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Bachelor of Technology can be found on the Bachelor of Technology Degree Requirements page.
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