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Bachelor of Applied Science /

Construction Management

Catalog Year: 2020 - 2021

Explore / Construction Management

This degree allows those who have completed an associate degree in construction technology to progress academically and earn a bachelor’s degree.

The Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Construction Management offers associate degree students, new students and skilled workers an educational route toward a career as a construction manager or supervisor. The 120-credit program combines knowledge in construction methods, planning and project management with business and supervisory skills. 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.

To apply for this program, please fill out the appropriate application on the Admission and Records Forms page.

Admission Requirements

  1. Complete a minimum of 30 college units or equivalent with a minimum 2.0 GPA.
    Within the 30 units:

    • A minimum of 12 units must be in applicable construction courses. This requirement may be waived if the student has construction experience.
    • A minimum of 12 units must be in applicable general education classes, including English 101, with a grade of C or better – a grade of C – or lower will not be acceptable.
      OR: Have an associate degree in Construction Management from a regionally accredited institution.
  2. Meet with a WNC counselor.
  3. Submit application to Admission & Records.

Mission

The mission of the Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Construction Management is to prepare students for entry-level and mid-level positions within the various construction industry disciplines, and to meet the goals of the Technology Division.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completing the Bachelor of Applied Science in Construction Management program, students will be able to demonstrate:

  • Knowledge in basic economic principles, business principles and construction accounting, finances and law.
  • Exposure to the design theory and analysis of construction practices and systems.
  • Understanding of the utilization of available resources for construction planning, methods and materials.
  • Understanding, skill and knowledge of construction documents, communications, graphics and surveying.
  • Skill and knowledge in construction accounting, estimating and bidding practices.
  • Ability to plan and schedule construction projects.
  • Application of relevant administrative skills, ethics, safety practices and problem-solving techniques to construction management.

Required Courses


Course Title Units
Total Requirements120 Units
Business and Management Core Requirements18 Units
BUS 101Introduction to Business3
ACC 201Financial Accounting3
Choose 3 units from the following Economics courses:
ECON 100Introduction to Economics3
ECON 102Principles of Microeconomics3
ECON 103Principles of Macroeconomics3
Choose 3 units from the following Management courses:
MGT 323Orgnztional Bhvr & Interpersonal Bhvr3
MGT 367Human Resource Management3
Choose 6 units from the following Management courses:
COM 412Intercultural Communication3
MGT 462Changing Environments3
MGT 469Managing Cultural Diversity3
Program Requirements66 Units
CADD 100Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting3
CEM 100Fundamentals of Construction Management3
CEM 330Soils and Foundations for Construction3
CEM 350Facility Systems Design and Construction I3
CEM 432Temporary Construction Structures3
CEM 451Construction Estimating3
CEM 452Construction Cost Control3
CEM 453Construction Scheduling3
CEM 454Heavy Construction Methods and Equipment3
CEM 455Construction Management Practice3
CEM 456Construction Management Capstone3
CEM 485Construction Law and Contracts3
CONS 108Construction Materials and Methods I4
CONS 109Construction Materials and Methods II4
CONS 111Commercial Building Codes3
CONS 118Construction Contract Documents2
CONS 120Blueprint Reading and Specification3
CONS 121Principles Of Construction Estimating3
CONS 205Construction Site Safety2
CONS 281Construction Planning Scheduling and Control3
CONS 451Advanced Internship in Construction3
SUR 119Construction Surveying3
General Education Requirements36 Units
English/Communications Requirements9
Fine Arts/Humanities Requirement3
Mathematics: MATH 126 or higher3
Science Requirement6
Social Sciences Requirement3
U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirement3
General Electives9

Suggested Course Sequence


Course Title Units
First Semester
CEM 100Fundamentals of Construction Management3
CONS 108Construction Materials and Methods I4
ENG 101Composition I3
MATH 126 or higherPrecalculus I3
Science Course3
Second Semester
CONS 109Construction Materials and Methods II4
CONS 118Construction Contract Documents2
CONS 120Blueprint Reading and Specification3
ENG 102Composition II3
Math Course3
Third Semester
CADD 100Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting3
CONS 111Commercial Building Codes3
CONS 121Principles Of Construction Estimating3
Humanities Course3
General Elective Course3
Fourth Semester
CONS 205Construction Site Safety2
CONS 281Construction Planning Scheduling and Control3
SUR 119Construction Surveying3
Economics Course3
U.S./Nevada Constitution3
Fifth Semester
ACC 201Financial Accounting3
Business/Management Courses3
English/Comm Course3
Fine Arts Course3
Science Course3
Sixth Semester
CEM 330Soils and Foundations for Construction3
CEM 350Facility Systems Design and Construction I3
CEM 432Temporary Construction Structures3
Business/Management Courses3
Social Science Course3
Seventh Semester
CEM 451Construction Estimating3
CEM 453Construction Scheduling3
CEM 454Heavy Construction Methods and Equipment3
CEM 455Construction Management Practice3
Business/Management Courses3
Eighth Semester
CEM 452Construction Cost Control3
CEM 485Construction Law and Contracts3
CONS 451Advanced Internship in Construction3
Capstone Course3

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