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The Construction Management Department offers students the bachelor’s degree with a major in Construction Management and the Master of Science in Construction Management. While professional experience is preferred, students with a bachelor’s degree or higher in architecture, construction management, technology, engineering, or related fields are encouraged to apply. Certificates are also available in project management, land development, and specialty construction.
Term 1
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Requirement
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ENGL 1101 English Composition IENGL 1101 English Composition I3 Credits
A composition course focusing on skills required for effective writing in a variety of contexts, with emphasis on exposition, analysis, and argumentation, and also including introductory use of a variety of research skills.
3
POLS 1101 American GovernmentPOLS 1101 American Government3 Credits
This course examines the institutions and processes of American government and Georgia State government. Global comparisons are made between the governments of the U.S. and other modern nation-states.
3
ECON 1000 Contemporary Economic IssuesECON 1000 Credits
Description not available
2
CM 1000 Orientation to ConstructionCM 1000 Orientation to Construction2 Credits
An introduction to construction industry careers; an overview of construction industry sectors and the industry?s impact on the economy; and discussion of the basics of the construction process. Also includes a preview of the construction degree
curriculum and an overview of Southern Polytechnic policies, procedures, and resources.
2
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3
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3
Total: 16
Term 2
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Requirement
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ENGL 1102 English Composition IIENGL 1102 English Composition II3 Credits
A composition course that develops writing skills beyond the levels of proficiency required by ENGL 1101, that emphasizes interpretation, and evaluation, and that incorporates a variety of more advanced research methods.
Prerequisites: (
ENGL 1101 with a minimum grade of C or
ENGL 101 with a minimum grade of C)
3
PHYS 1111 Introductory Physics IPHYS 1111 Introductory Physics I3 Credits
This is an introductory algebra and trigonometry-based course on classical mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves. The student will be able to apply Newton's laws and conservation of energy and momentum to various problems in kinematics and dynamics, use the law of universal gravitation to falling objects and orbital motion, describe simple harmonic motion, oscillations, and waves, and explain temperature, heat, and entropy.
Prerequisites: (
MATH 1113 with a minimum grade of C or
MATH 1112 with a minimum grade of C or
MATH 1190 with a minimum grade of C or
MATH 1179 with a minimum grade of C)
3
PHYS 1111L Introductory Physics I LabPHYS 1111L Introductory Physics I Lab1 Credits
Prerequisites: PHYS 1111** with a minimum grade of C
1
CM 2000 Construction GraphicsCM 2000 Construction Graphics3 Credits
A study of the fundamentals of graphic language used by construction professionals, with an emphasis on developing skills in expressing concepts in visual form and in reading architectural and engineering construction documents.
3
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3
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3
Total: 16
Year 1 (Hours: 32)
Term 3
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Requirement
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BLAW 2200 Legal & Ethical EnvironmentBLAW 2200 Legal & Ethical Environment3 Credits
Covers torts, contracts, government regulation of business and the legal system. Also addresses ethical issues arising in a businesss internal and external relationships.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 with a minimum grade of C
3
TCOM 2010 Technical WritingTCOM 2010 Technical Writing3 Credits
Introduction to organization, style, and mechanics of technical and professional writing. Includes practice in writing such typical documents as technical descriptions, instructions, proposals, and recommendation reports. Emphasis placed on planning, organizing, and writing reports; designing visual aids; and editing. Among other assignments, at least one complete technical report is required.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1102 with a minimum grade of C
3
CM 3000 Computer App in ConstructionCM 3000 Computer App in Construction3 Credits
An introduction to microcomputers and commercial software. Students learn DOS and Windows manipulations, spreadsheets, word processing, visualization, and presentation software by actively using tutorials and help screens in a structured laboratory setting. Scheduling and estimating software are introduced.
Prerequisites: CM 2000 with a minimum grade of C
3
CM 3110 Residental&LightCnstMethodsCM 3110 Residental&LightCnstMethods3 Credits
A study of materials, techniques, and methods used in residential and light construction. Foundations, wood frame and masonry structural systems, interior and exterior finishes, residential electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems are
included. Also included are residential building code requirements.
Prerequisites: (
CM 2000 with a minimum grade of C or
EDG 2160 with a minimum grade of C or
EDG 1211 with a minimum grade of C)
3
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4
Total: 16
Term 4
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Requirement
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SURV 2200 Construction MeasurementsSURV 2200 Construction Measurements4 Credits
Prerequisites: (
MATH 1113 with a minimum grade of C or
MATH 1112 with a minimum grade of C)
4
ACCT 2101 Principles of Accounting IACCT 2101 Credits
Description not available
Prerequisites: (
ENGL 1101 with a minimum grade of C and (
MATH 1101 with a minimum grade of D or
MATH 1111 with a minimum grade of D or
MATH 1106 with a minimum grade of D or
MATH 1113 with a minimum grade of D or
MATH 1112 with a minimum grade of D or
MATH 1190 with a minimum grade of D))
3
CM 2210 Introduction to StructuresCM 2210 Introduction to Structures3 Credits
The study of basic structural design and analysis. Primary aim of this course is to develop and present structural concepts, introduce structural theory, provide a sound understanding of statics and strength of materials to establish a basis for understanding structural principles as it relates to building components.
Prerequisites: PHYS 1111 with a minimum grade of C and
PHYS 1111L with a minimum grade of C or
PHYS 2211 with a minimum grade of C and
PHYS 2211L with a minimum grade of C
3
CM 3410 Estimating I:ConstrctQuantSurvCM 3410 Estimating I:ConstrctQuantSurv3 Credits
A study of techniques in the process of construction estimating, with an emphasis on development of the quantity survey. The completion of a specification takeoff and a quantity survey of commercial construction are required.
Prerequisites: CM 1000 with a minimum grade of C and
CM 3110 with a minimum grade of C and (
CM 3000 with a minimum grade of C or
CE 2003 with a minimum grade of C)
3
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3
Total: 16
Year 2 (Hours: 32)
Term 5
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CM 3420 ConstEstimating&BidPrepCM 3420 ConstEstimating&BidPrep3 Credits
The continued study of the estimating process emphasizing pricing the general contractor's work including: estimating procedures, development of direct and indirect unit costs, evaluation of subcontractor's bids, bidding strategy, and bid opening. The completion of an estimate, bid submission, and development of a schedule of values are required. Also included is an introduction to conceptual estimating.
Prerequisites: CM 3410 with a minimum grade of C
3
CM 3180 Mech & Elec Building SystemsCM 3180 Mech & Elec Building Systems3 Credits
A study of mechanical and electrical system types, how they are built, and how they affect the construction project. Topics will include air conditioning, heating, plumbing, fire protection, electrical power, electrical lighting, and building control
materials and systems. The analysis of current construction drawings will be integrated into each topic.
Prerequisites: CM 3110 with a minimum grade of D
3
IS 2200 Information Sys & CommIS 2200 Information Sys & Comm3 Credits
This course will provides an overview of fundamentals of information systems technologies and their applicability to real world scenarios. Topics may vary as technology changes but the students will learn the tools of productivity. The course aims to improve communications skills appropriate to the business setting.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 with a minimum grade of C and (
MATH 1001 with a minimum grade of D or
MATH 1113 with a minimum grade of D or
MATH 1111 with a minimum grade of D or
MATH 1190 with a minimum grade of D)
3
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3
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3
Total: 15
Term 6
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Requirement
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CM 3800 Construction FinanceCM 3800 Construction Finance3 Credits
Students in this course will study the fundamentals of real estate development process. The roles and responsibilities of the private and the public sector professionals and other partners involved in the process will be investigated along with the development constraints such as land use controls, physical, environmental and off-site constraints. Students will also learn the fundamentals of property, asset, and portfolio management.
Prerequisites: ACCT 2100 with a minimum grade of C
3
CM 4510 Construction SchedulingCM 4510 Construction Scheduling3 Credits
A study of the management techniques used in controlling the progress of construction projects, including development of a commercial project schedule, as well as simulation of updating and monitoring progress using critical path methodology.
Commonly used commercial software packages are introduced.
Prerequisites: CM 3110 with a minimum grade of C and
CM 3410 with a minimum grade of C
3
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4
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3
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3
Total: 16
Year 3 (Hours: 31)
Term 7
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CM 4560 Cons Project ManagementCM 4560 Cons Project Management3 Credits
A study of traditional, design-build and construction management delivery methods, the management of field operations and administration of the construction contracts. Contract documents, project organization, supervision, working with owners and design professionals, procurement, management of subcontractors.
Prerequisites: CM 4510 with a minimum grade of C and
CM 3410 with a minimum grade of C
3
CM 4710 Construction SafetyCM 4710 Construction Safety3 Credits
A study of construction safety and loss control principles and practices. Topics include project security control, construction accident prevention, safety information sources, weather precautions, emergency planning, and OSHA procedures and
regulations.
Prerequisites: CM 3110 with a minimum grade of C
3
CM 4760 Const & Property LawCM 4760 Const & Property Law3 Credits
A study of Construction Contract Documents and Claims. Topics include: analyses of AIA B141, A101, A201, and contractual graphic and technical documents. Other supporting construction contract documents such as bid bonds, payment and
performance bonds and construction modifications are studied. The traditional tri-union construction contract formation process is examined in relation to the owner, contractor, material men, and subcontractors. Discussions regarding damages
for differing and unforeseen conditions, defective workmanship, and construction delay claims are surveyed in conjunction with AAA construction arbitration rules regarding emerging construction manager contracting processes.
Prerequisites: (
BLAW 2200 with a minimum grade of C or
ENGR 3324 with a minimum grade of C)
3
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4
Total: 13
Term 8
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Requirement
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CM 4900 Capstone ProjectCM 4900 Capstone Project3 Credits
Simulations and case studies of events that affect the construction organization and project. Topics and event simulations will include problems typically encountered in the construction industry such as changed conditions, strikes, inconsistencies
in documents, and surety assumption of the contract. Presentations by prominent industry representatives pertinent to the event being simulated are included.
Prerequisites: CM 3420 with a minimum grade of C and
CM 3800 with a minimum grade of C and
CM 4560 with a minimum grade of C
3
MGT 3100 Mgt & Behavioral SciencesMGT 3100 Mgt & Behavioral Sciences3 Credits
This course introduces students to the field of management, focusing on basic principles and concepts applicable to all types of organizations. The evolution of functional and behavioral aspects of management and organization theory are presented in the context of political, societal, regulatory, ethical, global, technological and demographic environmental forces.
Prerequisites: (
ACCT 2101 with a minimum grade of B or
ACCT 2100 with a minimum grade of B) and (
ACCT 2102 with a minimum grade of B or
ACCT 2200 with a minimum grade of B) and (
ECON 2106 with a minimum grade of B or
ECON 2100 with a minimum grade of B) and (
ECON 2105 with a minimum grade of B or
ECON 2200 with a minimum grade of B)
3
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3
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3
Total: 12
Year 4 (Hours: 25)
Program Total: 120 Hours
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