Construction Management - Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom

Construction Management from Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom is a Campus Associate Construction Management degree that prepares you for a Business career. Responding to a critical workforce shortage in the building industry, Pierce College now offers an associate degree in Construction Management . The program prepares graduates as construction supervisors, foremen and project managers. Course description: Construction processes are introduced including industry terminology, business practices (estimating/bidding, scheduling, project management, field operation), and career pathways. Program Outcomes Communication will meet standards of business writing and contain standard industry language. Oral communications will assert the speaker\\\'s position and invite others to share their opinions. Language and style of communication will conform to business standards. Recognize the interrelationship among your own behaviors, values, attitudes, reputation and business opportunities. Match your behavior and your words with the mission and values of your organization. Identify skill strengths and challenges in others so that you can highlight strengths and provide constructive coaching on challenges. Use active listening skills to understand and give feedback to others and to assist in decision making and business changes. Negotiation and mediation is conducted by identifying obstructions between and among opposing positions, expressing \\\"common ground\\\", expressing your areas for compromise, proposing potential solutions, and seeking outside assistance (perhaps even legal) when necessary. Explanations will include, but not be limited to (1) all elements of a construction project divisions 1-16 (CSI Protocol); (2) the interdependence or the organizational triad among construction owner, client and consultant; (3) relationships between assembly of materials and systems; and (4) prioritization and allocation of resources that meets a strict time line. Orally explain project details originating from a blue print or specifications. Written plan uses standard industry language and complies with all OSHA/WISHA standards. Use CAD, databases and estimator software in the management of construction projects. Using computerized industry software, produce a schedule that conforms to time limits based on \\\"critical path planning.\\\" Produce a completed estimate that accurately measures and calculates material quantities. Know where to access and be able to understand the application of International Building Codes as they apply to construction management. Based upon a forecast of project costs, create a job cost report and complete various accounting and billing processes. Students are able to explain general principles of liens, taxes, bonds and insurance as stipulated in RCW\\\'s and that impact construction. The business plan identifies markets and geographic areas to pursue, potential clients, competition, consulting firms in the market, potential projects, resources to support the plan, revenue goals, earnings goals, general administration expenses, and timelines. Demonstrate the unique contributions, mission, and values of your business and your unique skills and abilities (branding). The written contract uses standard industry language and clearly spells out details so that: (1) assumptions are clarified, (2) ambiguities are minimized, (3) business risks are identified and minimized, (4) the business can make a profit, (5) union and non-union hiring practices are distinct, and (6) the end product meets the clients expectations. View more details on Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Construction Management courses.