Construction Engineering Technology
Overview
The Construction Engineering Technology program objective is to provide graduates with knowledge and skills that are valued and sought by the construction industry profession. Commercial and residential sectors of the construction industry need entry-level professional employees who are knowledgeable and skilled. Graduates must have knowledge of construction materials and methods, structural systems, and surveying; be capable of interpreting codes, plans and specifications; and have skills for planning, estimating, scheduling, and evaluating project performance. The program's curriculum provides fundamental and specialized coursework that incorporate current standards and technology for managing and providing quality construction. Software is applied in curriculum courses to prepare students for careers that require computer estimating and scheduling skills as well as an introduction to computer aided drafting. The program prepares graduates for entry-level employment, and provides them with a foundation for transfer to the university and continued life-long education. The Construction Management Technology program is committed to attaining the following goals.
- Provide a career-oriented program that prepares students for productive and professional employment in the construction industry specializing in building code enforcement and construction management technology.
- Emphasize inclusion of recent technological advancements into the curriculum in the areas of management, scheduling, estimating, cost control, CAD and other construction courses.
- Provide a learning environment where students apply state-of-the-art technological equipment and software.
- Prepare the graduates to pursue baccalaureate and graduate degrees and life-long education.
Job Titles
With a degree in Construction Engineering Technology students will have several career options including:
- Residential Housing Project Manager
- General Contractor
- Building Inspector Level 1
- Plans Examiner
- Construction Cost Estimator Level 1
- Building Services Permit Technician Level 1
- Self Employment
Salaries Range from $25,000 to over $70,000 Range depending on amount of education & field experience.
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Degrees/Certificates
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Courses
*All CNBT classes will have a pre-corequisite READ 301 or the equivalent.
New Courses added to the Construction Engineering Program!!
Green Building CNBT 2417
Course Description: Methods and materials used for building that conserve energy, water, and human resources
End of Course outcomes:Explain the concept of Green Building; select equipment to build rainwater harvesting systems; and identify appropriate materials to build exterior and interior systems that reflect "Green by Design" concepts.
Residential and Light Commercial Blueprint Reading CNBT 1300
Course Description: Introductory blueprint reading for residential and light commercial construction.
End-of-Course Outcomes: Scale prints with architectural and engineering scales; identify and apply construction blueprint symbol and abbreviations; interpret a set of construction contract documents including specifications and working drawings regarding mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, and architectural requirements; correlate elevations, sections, details, plan views, schedules, and general notes; and apply regulatory codes to working drawings and specifications.
Commercial/Industrial Blueprint Reading CNBT 2410
Course Description: Introductory blueprint reading for commercial/industrial construction.
End-of-Course Outcomes: Scale commercial/industrial prints with architectural and engineering scales; identify and apply construction blueprint symbols and abbreviations; interpret a set of commercial/industrial construction contract documents including specifications and working drawings regarding mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, and architectural requirements; correlate elevations, sections, details, plan views, schedules, and general notes; and apply commercial/industrial regulatory codes to working drawings and specifications.
ENTC 1191 Special Topics in Engineering Technology, General
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Learning Outcomes: Learning outcomes/objectives are determined by local occupational need and business and industry trends.
CNBT 1311 Construction Engineering Methods & Materials
Course Description: Introduction to construction materials and methods and their applications.
Learning Outcomes: Identify construction materials; list their applications; and identify and compare the various methods of construction.
CNBT 1442 Building Codes & Inspections
Course Description: Building codes and standards applicable to building construction and inspection processes.
Learning Outcomes: Identify various construction classifications and occupancy categories; cross-reference the guidelines, tables, charts, and specifications as presented in the building codes; and assess and determine if construction meets building code standards for site, foundation, rough, and final building structure inspection.
CNBT 1316 Construction Technology I
Course Description: Site preparation, foundation, form work, and framing. Includes safety; tools and equipment; basic site preparation; basic foundations and form work; and basic floor, wall, and framing methods and systems.
Learning Outcomes: Explain safety practices and procedures; identify and demonstrate use of tools and equipment; identify and estimate material requirements from blueprints; and demonstrate proper methods and techniques used in various types of site preparation, foundation, and framing.
CNBT 2444 Construction Management II
Course Description: A management course in contract documents, safety, planning, scheduling, production control, and law and labor. Topics include contracts, planning, cost and production peripheral documents, and cost and work analysis.
Learning Outcomes: Develop skills in construction contract documents, planning and scheduling, cost and production controls, and law and labor related to construction projects. Demonstrate the ability to plan and schedule a construction project.
CNBT 2437 Construction Estimating II
Course Description: Advanced estimating concepts using computer software programs for construction and crafts.
Learning Outcomes: Identify and utilize various estimating resources; determine types of estimating needed in construction; calculate quantities, costs, and time units; and develop computerized reports for detailed construction estimates.
SRVY 1413 Plane Surveying
Course Description: An introductory overview of surveying equipment and measurement techniques with emphasis on leveling and traversing.
Learning Outcomes: Use surveying instruments and equipment on site and keep a set of field notes; perform related calculations and error adjustments on measurements; prepare appropriate drawings of projects.
CNBT 1419 Special Topics in Construction/Building
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Learning Outcomes: Learning outcomes/objectives are determined by local occupational need and business and industry trends.
CNBT 2467 Practicum (or Field Experience) Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.
Learning Outcomes: As outlined in the learning plan, Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
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