CFM 415
Construction Project Management and Control
Civil and Construction Engineering
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Description
Managing and controlling construction projects. Planning, startup procedures, inspections, progress measurements, field reports, change order and submittal processing, equipment management, and project closeout.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Time and Planning Management
Learning Outcome
Evaluate planning and time dependencies on a project.
Title
Cost Flows
Learning Outcome
Classify basic cost flows and evaluate project budgets.
Title
Leadership
Learning Outcome
Explain principles of effective leadership.
Title
Delivery Methods
Learning Outcome
Break down and compare different project delivery methods.
Title
Team Dynamics
Learning Outcome
Explain project team dynamics and analyze appraisals.
Title
Subcontracts
Learning Outcome
Role play how to properly manage subcontracts and subcontractor relationships through written assignments.
Title
Purchasing and Buyout
Learning Outcome
Create subcontracts and purchase orders to demonstrate purchasing and buyout processes.
Title
Labor Issues
Learning Outcome
Explain how labor unions and construction contractor relationships affect construction practice.
Title
Computers and Software
Learning Outcome
Create communication and record keeping documents using computerized project management software.
Title
Reading & Interpreting Documents
Learning Outcome
Analyze and interpret construction documents and specifications.
Title
Ethics
Learning Outcome
Evaluate ethical dilemmas associated with project management.
