Construction Management,
Certificate II
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 Construction Management program is a one-year Certificate II designed to prepare students for leadership roles in residential and light commercial construction. Students learn how to plan, manage, and complete construction projects safely, efficiently, and on budget through a hands-on curriculum that blends classroom instruction with practical experience. Courses include OSHA safety regulations, construction materials and methods, computer-aided drafting (CAD), Construction Management I and II, construction estimating, reading residential and commercial drawings, construction technology, and concrete and wall systems. This program equips students with both the technical and management skills needed for careers such as project coordinator, estimator, or site supervisor. Students who wish to further their education in the field may continue into the two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Construction Management. 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 | ||
| Note: All Construction Management courses require a grade of "C" or better. | ||