2024-2025 Catalog 
  
    Apr 28, 2024  
2024-2025 Catalog

Construction Management (CONM-BS-TE), B.S.

Location(s): Grand Rapids, Ferris Main Campus


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Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor of Science in Construction Management program is producing graduates who are prepared to manage the entire construction process anywhere in the United States. This industry-driven degree blends technical instruction in construction and engineering with a strong business management education. The program is focused on commercial and industrial construction yet prepares students for residential equally as well. Qualified students must have an Associates degree in Building Construction Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Architectural Technology, or related fields to gain admission and may require some 100/200 level courses prior to entry to the 300-level construction courses. This program is offered full-time at the main campus in Big Rapids, MI.

The Bachelor of Science in Construction Management at Ferris State University is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE).

Program Outcomes


  • Meet our accrediting body’s, American Council for Construction Education (ACCE), twenty Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs).

Admission Requirements


New Student Admission Requirements


  • The Construction Management, BS degree is only open to students who meet the Transfer Student Admission Requirements below.
  • High school students interested in this program may apply to the Building Construction Technology, AAS, Civil Engineering Technology - Highway Emphasis, AAS or Architectural Technology, AAS program.

Transfer Student Admission Requirements


  • Combined college or university GPA of 2.50 (on a 4.00 scale) from all institutions attended.
  • Successful completion of the following courses:
    • MATH 120  with a C- grade or higher, transfer equivalent with C grade or higher, or a higher mathematics course.
    • PHYS 211  with a passing grade or transfer equivalent with C grade or higher
    • ENGL 150  with a C grade or higher or transfer equivalent with a C grade or higher
    • ENGL 211  or ENGL 250  with a C grade or higher or transfer equivalent with a C grade or higher
  • Completion of Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Building Construction Technology (BCTM) or Civil Engineering Technology - Highway Focus (CETH) from Ferris State University; or Associated in Applied Science (AAS) in Architectural Technology from Grand Rapids Community College; or a related Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree from another accredited university with specific 100 and/or 200 level program courses coordinated with the program prior to entry into the 300 and 400 level Construction Management (CONM) courses and a 2.50 GPA (on a 4.00 scale) in associate degree.

University Requirements - 41 to 42 Credits Required


First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - Credit Required Met in Associate


All First-Time-In-Any-College Freshmen (FTIACs) must complete a one-credit FSUS 100  course, or its equivalent. Additional information and the definition of FTIAC for FSUS purposes can be found in the: Ferris State University Academic Affairs FSUS Policy

University General Education Requirements - 41 to 42 Credits Required


Courses in this section are required to satisfy the University General Education Requirements for a bachelor’s degree. The University General Education requirements can be found on the: Ferris State University General Education Requirements Webpage

Communication Competency - 12 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)


Quantitative Literacy Competency - 3 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent) (Met in Associate)


  • Choose 1 of 4

  • Credit Hours: 3 (Met in Associate)
  • Official Pre-2016 Math SAT Score of 590 or Higher
  • Official Post-2016 Math SAT Score of 620 or Higher
  • Official Math ACT Score of 26 or Higher

Natural Sciences Competency - 8 to 9 Credits Required


Two courses are required with a minimum of 6 credits: must have at least one lab course.

Culture Competency - 9 Credits Required


Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines and have at least one 200 level or higher course.

Self and Society Competency - 9 Credits Required


Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines, have at least one 200 level or higher course, and at least one Self and Society Foundation course.

United States (U.S.) Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required


If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the United States (U.S.) Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes.

Global Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required


If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the Global Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes.

Collaboration Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements or Associate


If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Collaboration attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.

Problem Solving Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements


If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Problem Solving attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.

College Requirements - 82 Credits Required


Directed Electives - 4 Credits Required (Advisor Approval)


Technical Related Courses - 12 Credits Required


Associate Degree Coursework - 42 Credits Required


A total of 42 credits is required in associate degree coursework. Associate Core Courses, including: CONM 122 , CONM 211 , CONM 212 , CONM 222 , and CONM 225  are required; totaling 15 credits. In addition, 27 credits of Architectural Technology (ARCH), Building Construction Technology Management (BCTM), Civil Engineering Technology Management (CETM), and Construction Management (CONM) courses are required.

Notes


  • Students who return to the university after an interrupted enrollment, not including summer semester, must normally meet the requirements of the curriculum which are in effect at the time of their return, not the requirements which were in effect when they were originally admitted.
  • Credit Variance - Credits required may vary based on course placement, prerequisites, etc. If you have questions, contact your advisor.

Graduation Requirements


In order to graduate from Ferris State University, students must meet both University and Programmatic Graduation Requirements.

University Graduation Requirements


These are the minimum graduation requirements for a bachelor’s degree at Ferris State University:

  • All requirements as specified in the University Requirements section must be met.
  • A minimum of 120 credits must be earned.
  • A 2.00 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
  • A minimum of 30 credits must be earned from Ferris State University to meet the Residency requirement.
  • A minimum of 40 credits of 300 level or higher courses must be earned.

Programmatic Graduation Requirements


These are the additional graduation requirements mandated by the program:

  • All requirements as specified in the College Requirements section must be met.
  • A minimum of 22 of the 29 credits of 300 and 400 level Construction Management (CONM) courses must be earned at Ferris State University.

Suggested Semester Layout


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First Year and Second Year


Completed with Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Building Construction Technology (BCTM), Civil Engineering Technology - Highway Focus (CETH), or related associate degree with required courses as coordinated with the program.

Third Year


Total Credits: 15

Spring Courses


Total Credits: 16-17

Fourth Year


Total Credits: 17

Spring Courses


Total Credits: 14

Contact Information


Construction Technology & Management Programs
(231) 591-3773
[email protected]

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