Construction Management,
Associate of Applied Science
Overview
Construction management professionals oversee and manage construction projects ranging from residential, commercial and industrial buildings. The Construction Management Technology Program at Laredo College provides instruction related to construction management/supervisory roles, building science, scheduling, budgeting, personnel management, quality assurance, and safety. The Construction Management Technology program is designed to develop qualified personnel through innovative technologies, hands on construction practices, and business management training for employment in the field of construction or to enhance the workplace skills of those already employed in the industry for career advancement. The program also offers multiple exit points and various program credentials to better prepare graduates for employment in the field of Construction Management and related fields.
Information
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Construction Management program prepares students for leadership roles in residential and light commercial construction by combining classroom learning with hands-on experience. Students gain the technical and management skills needed to plan, manage, and complete construction projects safely, efficiently, and on budget. The curriculum includes courses in OSHA safety regulations, construction materials and methods, computer-aided drafting (CAD), Construction Management I, II, and III, construction estimating, reading residential and commercial drawings, construction technology, concrete and wall systems, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems in construction, building and contracting, and project scheduling. Graduates are prepared for careers such as project coordinator, estimator, or site supervisor. For more information, contact the Industrial and Electronic Technologies Department at (956) 721-5172.
Plan of Study
| Recommended Course Sequence | Semesters Offered | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| OSHT 1305 - OSHA Regulations-Construction Industry | Fall | 3 |
| CNBT 1311 - Construction Materials and Methods I | Fall | 3 |
| DFTG 1309 - Basic Computer-Aided Drafting | Fall | 3 |
| CNBT 2342 - Construction Management I | Fall | 3 |
| CNBT 1346 - Construction Estimating I | Fall | 3 |
| 15 Hours | ||
| Semester 2 | ||
| CNBT 1300 – Residential and Light Commercial Construction Drawings | Spring | 3 |
| CNBT 1416 – Construction Technology I | Spring | 4 |
| CNBT 1313 – Concrete I | Spring | 3 |
| CNBT 1315 – Wall Systems | Spring | 3 |
| CNBT 2344 – Construction Management II | Spring | 3 |
| 16 Hours | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| CNBT 2305 – Building and Contracting | Fall | 3 |
| CNBT 1359 - Project Scheduling | Fall | 3 |
| CNBT 2346 - Construction Management III | Fall | 3 |
| CNBT 1280 – Cooperative Education - Construction Engineering Technology/Technician |
Fall | 2 |
| CNBT 1302 – Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Systems in Construction I | Fall | 3 |
| 14 Hours | ||
| Semester 4 | ||
| XXXX X3XX – Social/Behavioral Science Elective (CORE) | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| XXXX X3XX – Life and Physical Science Elective (CORE) | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| MATH X3XX - Mathematics Elective (CORE) | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| XXXX X3XX - Language/Philosophy/Culture Elective (CORE) | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 - Composition I | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| 15 Hours | ||
| AAS DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS/PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS | ||