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Construction Mgmt/Commercial/Industrial Bldg. Concentration CMBT

Career Path: Business, Management, Marketing, and Technology

Required Courses		Credit Hours
General Education
COMM 121	Fundamentals of Public Speaking	3
ECON 221	Prin of Macroeconomics*S	3
ENGL 150	English 1	3
ENGL 211	Industrial & Career Writing	3
MATH 115	College Algebra	3
MATH 120	Trigonometry	3
MATH 132	Calculus for Business	3
PHYS 211	Introductory Physics	4
ISYS 105	Intro Micro Sys & Software	3
Electives:	Cultural Enrichment	9
	Scientific Understanding (with lab) CHEM, PHYS, GEOG, ENSCI	4
	Social Awareness	6
Major
BLAW 301	Legal Environment of Business	3
CONM 111	Construction Practices	3
CONM 112	Plans & Specifications	3
CONM 116	Construction Graphics	2
CONM 121	Materials Properties & Testing	3
CONM 122	Construction Surveying & Layout	3
CONM 211	Construction Quantity Estimating	3
CONM 212	Soils & Foundations	3
CONM 221	Statics & Structures	3
CONM 222	Construction Administration	3
CONM 311	Formwork & Temporary Structures	3
CONM 312	Construction Scheduling	3
CONM 321	Construction Cost Estimating	3
CONM 324	Adv Const Computer Techniques	3
CONM 412	Construction Contracts* W	3
CONM 413	Construction Economics	3
CONM 422	Const Supervision & Safety* W	3
CONM 423	Construction Management Professional Methods *W	3
CONM 499	Construction Project Mgmt	3
MGMT Elective	300 Level or above	3
MKTG 321	Principles of Marketing	3
STQM 260	Intro to Statistics	3
BCTM 213	Wood & Steel Framing & Finishes	3
BCTM 223	Mechanical/Electrical Plans & Specs	3
BCTM 225	Field Engineering	3
HVAC 337	Mech/Elec Systems for Buildings	3
Minimum credit hours required for B.S. degree		126/127

Why Choose Construction Management?

The Construction Management curriculum builds on a foundation strong in basic construction technology, mathematics, science and general education. Instruction continues with courses covering project costs, estimating, scheduling, contracts, total quality management, safety, engineering fundamentals, technical communication and business management. Construction-related computer software is integrated into all areas of the curriculum.

By blending technical instruction in construction and engineering with a strong business education, the Construction Management program at Ferris gives students the ability to manage and supervise the entire construction process.

Construction management students can choose from two concentrations: commercial/industrial or highway/bridge.

Prepare for a Great Career

The single largest industry in the United States, construction plays a significant role in the nation's economy. As it grows in size and scope, the industry continues to provide excellent employment opportunities.

The ACCE-accredited Construction Management program at Ferris fills a vital need for time, cost and quality control in construction projects through the application of proper management tools.

With proper education and training, Construction Management graduates can anticipate obtaining leadership positions in general contracting, project coordination, field supervision, quality assurance/control, estimating, marketing, field inspection and subcontracting.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the College of Technology is open to high school graduates who demonstrate academic preparedness, maturity and seriousness of purpose with backgrounds appropriate to their chosen program of studies. Among first-time students in our technical programs, the average high school GPA is 2.8, and the average ACT composite score is 20.

Students may enter the Construction Management program as freshmen or transfer students, or after completion of a two-year associate degree program from any accredited college or university. Freshman must have a minimum 2.0 high school GPA and a minimum ACT math subscore of 19. Transfer students must have a minimum 2.0 college GPA.

Graduation Requirements

The Construction Management program at Ferris leads to a bachelor of science degree. Graduation requires a minimum 2.0 GPA in core classes, in the major and overall. Students must complete all general education requirements as outlined on the General Education website.

More Information

College of Technology
Ferris State University
1009 Campus Drive
Big Rapids, MI 49307-2280
Phone: 231-591-2890