Architectural/Construction Technology Degree, Construction Management Area of Concentration
This degree program will prepare you to organize, operate, manage, and control the unique and demanding systems, procedures, and services in the construction industry, both on the job site and in the contractor’s office.
Areas of study include cost control, planning, scheduling, controlling and expediting construction, contract bidding and estimating, personnel management, and the overall management of construction operations. This curriculum prepares students for construction management careers in any type or size of construction firm.
We offer three transfer pathways: UMES at Shady Grove (B.S. in Construction Management Technology), Morgan State (B.S. in Construction Management), and University of Maryland Global Campus (B.S. in Business Administration).
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the principles and methods used in the installation of materials and building components including structural, nonstructural, mechanical, and electrical systems.
- Demonstrate technical mastery of the methods and procedures of reading architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings.
- Assist a field manager or project manager with basic project administration procedures both in the field and at the office.
- Demonstrate technical mastery in the computer software and surveying equipment used for project administration, estimating, scheduling, and surveying.
- Develop a working knowledge of construction estimating and scheduling procedures and the legal implications applicable to a construction project.
Program Advising
Meet with your academic advisor regularly to discuss your academic plans and make sure you are on track to graduate and/or transfer. The program advising guide outlines the degree requirements and is meant to supplement the advising process.
Transfer Opportunities
We offer three transfer pathways: UMES at Shady Grove (B.S. in Construction Management Technology), Morgan State (B.S. in Construction Management), and University of Maryland Global Campus (B.S. in Business Administration).
Careers
For some positions listed, a bachelor's degree or higher may be required. Use the Career and Program Explorer to see a full report for this career field. See links below chart for further guidance and/or connect with a Program Advisor to discuss career goals.
Career possibilities include construction project manager, project superintendent, construction estimator, building inspector, or safety manager/director. Some may require a bachelor's degree.
- MC Student Employment Services: Speak with the Student Employment Specialist for help with resume writing, interviewing, setting up a College Central Network (CCN)new window account and other job search topics.
- Career Coach: Explore Career Coach to learn more about this career and/or discover related majors and in-demand careers based on your current interests! Take a Career Assessment and then browse careers and job opportunities in the area.
Curriculum
A suggested course sequence for students follows.
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