CFM 415

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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

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3

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3

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3

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Title

Time and Planning Management

Learning Outcome

Evaluate planning and time dependencies on a project.

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Cost Flows

Learning Outcome

Classify basic cost flows and evaluate project budgets.

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Leadership

Learning Outcome

Explain principles of effective leadership.

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Delivery Methods

Learning Outcome

Break down and compare different project delivery methods.

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Team Dynamics

Learning Outcome

Explain project team dynamics and analyze appraisals.

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Subcontracts

Learning Outcome

Role play how to properly manage subcontracts and subcontractor relationships through written assignments.

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Purchasing and Buyout

Learning Outcome

Create subcontracts and purchase orders to demonstrate purchasing and buyout processes.

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Labor Issues

Learning Outcome

Explain how labor unions and construction contractor relationships affect construction practice.

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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.

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Ethics

Learning Outcome

Evaluate ethical dilemmas associated with project management.