Faculty: Vocational School The Construction Technology major focuses on the principles and practices of construction management, building techniques, and project planning. Students develop skills in construction methods, project management, estimating, and sustainable building practices. Graduates are prepared for careers in construction management, project engineering, and various roles within the construction industry. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of construction technology and management. - Develop skills in construction methods, project management, and estimating. - Learn techniques for planning, executing, and managing construction projects. - Explore principles of sustainable building practices, safety, and quality control. - Analyze and interpret construction data and project requirements. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and technical skills for effective construction practice. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Construction Technology** - Overview of key concepts, principles, and practices in construction technology. - Fundamentals of construction methods, materials, and industry trends. 2. **Construction Methods** - Principles of construction methods, including building techniques, structural systems, and construction processes. - Techniques for implementing various construction methods and technologies. 3. **Project Management** - Principles of project management, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management. - Techniques for managing construction projects from initiation to completion. 4. **Estimating and Cost Control** - Principles of estimating and cost control, including cost estimation, budgeting, and financial management. - Techniques for preparing accurate estimates and controlling project costs. 5. **Sustainable Building Practices** - Principles of sustainable building practices, including green building materials, energy efficiency, and environmental impact. - Techniques for designing and implementing sustainable construction projects. 6. **Safety and Quality Control** - Principles of safety and quality control, including workplace safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. - Techniques for ensuring safe and high-quality construction practices. 7. **Building Information Modeling (BIM)** - Principles of Building Information Modeling (BIM), including digital representation, data management, and collaborative design. - Techniques for using BIM software to plan, design, and manage construction projects. 8. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in construction settings, including internships and hands-on projects in construction companies, engineering firms, or project management offices. - Application of learned skills in practical construction scenarios. 9. **Capstone Project in Construction Technology** - Comprehensive project applying skills in construction methods, project management, or sustainable building practices. - Delivery of a polished construction project plan, research paper, or presentation. **Assessment Methods:** - Construction methods projects, project management plans, estimating and cost control reports, sustainable building practices analyses, safety and quality control plans, BIM projects, internship/practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Construction Technology" by various authors. - "Construction Methods" by various authors. - "Project Management" by various authors. - "Estimating and Cost Control" by various authors. - "Sustainable Building Practices" by various authors. - "Safety and Quality Control" by various authors. - "Building Information Modeling (BIM)" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of mathematics, physics, and an interest in construction and engineering principles. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, internships, and capstone projects. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Construction Technology and pursue further education or professional certifications, such as those offered by the American Institute of Constructors (AIC) or the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA). **Target Audience:** Aspiring construction managers, project engineers, estimators, and professionals seeking careers in construction companies, engineering firms, project management offices, and various roles within the construction industry. This major equips students with the technical, managerial, and problem-solving skills needed to excel in construction technology, supporting careers in various construction and engineering-related roles.