Construction Management
Mission, Vision & Goals

Mission:

To provide a comprehensive education for the development of professional constructors who, through innovation, character and ability are prepared to meet the construction needs of society.

Vision:

Recognized for providing consistent, high quality education for construction management professionals.

Goals:

We have divided the Goals of our program into two categories. Educational Outcomes to be achieved by the time of graduation, and Educational Objectives which are the skill set our graduates should have three to fives years after graduation.

Program Educational Outcomes:
(At the time of graduation)

Upon successful completion of the Construction Management course of study, graduates can be expected to

1. Demonstrate a proficiency in all forms of communication
2. Be able to read and interpret contract plans, specifications and documents
3. Be able to accurately estimate construction projects with the use of modern tools
4. Be knowledgeable of the necessity for professional integrity and ethical responsibility
5. Be knowledgeable of materials, and be able to employ appropriate methods for their use and application
6. Use their knowledge of productivity, utilization and efficiency to determine the selection of appropriate equipment for various types of projects
7. Have the knowledge and ability to schedule projects using modern tools
8. Understand and apply the basic principles of business and economics
9. Be knowledgeable of the major issues concerning contract law
10. Demonstrate an understanding of the various aspects of project management and administration
11. Be knowledgeable of safety regulations and safe project management and control
12. Perform well in a multi-disciplinary team environment
13. Demonstrate knowledge of engineering principles for construction applications

Program Educational Objectives:
(3 to 5 years after graduation)

Students who qualify for graduation from the Construction Management Program will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the following:

1. General Education - Graphic, oral and written communications, and the understanding of human factors.
   
2. Math and Science – Principles of mathematics, statistics, and physics in order to appropriately anticipate the behavior of the materials, equipment, and methods used in construction.
   
3. Business and Management –The demands of working in a global environment including; knowledge of sustainability, accounting, finance, business regulations, contract law, labor law, and marketing practices. The fundamentals of contemporary management and business practices appropriate to the construction profession.
   
4. Construction Science – The contribution of other professional disciplines to the construction process.  The ability to lead, coordinate, communicate and interact with professionals in various disciplines to solve project challenges.
   
5. Construction – The total project process including; concept, design, procurement, construction and delivery of the functioning project. The constructor’s professional responsibility as a leader and member of a multi-disciplinary team, working in diverse  environments, assessing risks, and showing definitive progress, all while maintaining priorities in safety, sustainability, purpose, business and societal issues.
   
6. Life-Long Learning – An appreciation of the need for, and the value of, leadership, collaboration, productivity, and professionalism in sustaining or developing one's own career growth.