COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

CON2001 Construction Safety

Project managers endeavour to maximize efficiency and minimize lost person hours. Ensuring a safe working environment is the first step toward that goal. Students examine the various levels of legislative requirements that relate to safety on construction sites. From the perspective of a manager, students also develop a job site safety plan.

CON2002 Construction Estimating

Foremost among the challenges faced by project managers is ensuring the financial viability of a project. This begins with the development of the project bid. Accurate estimates increase the likeliness of success. Students work through the bid process and prepare estimates with varying levels of detail that are both reasonable and achievable.

CON2003 Overview of the Construction Industry

Familiarity with the construction industry environment is foundational to taking on a management role in construction projects. Students explore the breadth of the construction industry and enhance their understanding of various factors that impact the industry. While attention is paid to the economic influence of the industry, students increase their awareness of various stakeholders that are routinely involved in construction projects.

CON2102 Construction Planning and Scheduling

A challenge of project management work in the construction industry is ensuring that all required elements for a project phase are in the right place at the right time. Using common project management tools, students coordinate the planning and scheduling of workplace tasks. In addition to the development of project plans, students implement strategies for modifying and improving plans that are already underway.

ENL2100 Communication for Construction Management

In order to keep projects on track, and stakeholders involved and aware of their roles and responsibilities, project managers need solid communication skills. Through a variety of exercises and simulations, students hone their communication and teamwork skills and prepare both project-related and construction-related documents. Students also use and explore technological tools that enhance and facilitate communication.

LAW1000 Law and Contracts for the Construction Industry

Project management, especially in the construction industry, involves ample contractual agreements. With significant resources and capital connected to these contracts, it is important for project managers to have an understanding of contract law. Drawing on a variety of case studies and construction law resources, students develop a solid foundation in those elements of Canadian law that apply to contracts and the construction industry.

MGT1100 Project Management Principles

To successfully meet goals, project managers apply the principles of project management during the project lifecycle. Students investigate and consolidate the principles, technological tools, and theories that lead to best practices in project management. Using case studies and simulations, students generate the relevant documentation using relevant tools that lay the groundwork for successful projects.

BIM1000 Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling

BIM provides a centralized digital platform that enhances collaboration among various stakeholders, improves project visualization, and facilitates real-time data sharing. This technology enables efficient project planning, resource management, and cost estimation, leading to streamlined workflows and reduced risk of errors. Students integrate BIM methodologies, improve project coordination, reduce errors, and ensure the successful delivery of construction projects.

CON2100 Construction and the Environment

To keep our environment safe from the potential harms of the construction industry, project managers follow the environmental impact guidelines in the construction sector. Students analyze the connections between construction and the environment. Case studies and research projects require students to trace the full scope of environmental concerns connected with the construction industry. Using applicable legislation and guidelines as support, students review environmental management plans.

Pre-requisites: CON2003

CON2101 Construction Job Site Controls

To manage a construction project effectively, project managers need to maintain control of the job site. With knowledge of required materials equipment, and labour, students develop strategies to direct them as required on the jobsite. Drawing on practical examples, students complete exercises to establish procedures and protocols for opening, running and closing a jobsite.

Pre-requisites: CON2001 and LAW1000

CON2103 Construction Project Cost Control and Accounting

Project managers must work to preserve the financial margins that ensure the project's viability. Students explore the fundamentals of accounting and accounting functions with a view to maintaining accurate financial records for a project. Students identify the importance of cost control and oversight responsibilities of managers.

Pre-requisites: CON2002 and CON2102

CON2104 Modular and Off-Site Construction

Understanding the benefits of modular and off-site construction is essential in revolutionizing the construction industry. This innovative construction method not only enhances efficiency but also reduces costs and accelerates project timelines. Students examine current and modern methods in the field of construction.

MGT1200 Human Resources Management

The success of a construction project is supported by management of human resources. Using a variety of available resources, students formulate strategies for working effectively with permanent and casual employees, as well as certified trade labourers. Through case studies, students debate alternative staffing models.

Pre-requisites: ENL2100 and LAW1000 and MGT1100

MGT1300 Applied Construction Project Management

Practical skills are crucial to construction managers for navigating effectively in real-world construction projects. Drawing on the knowledge and skills developed throughout the program, students manage a multi-faceted construction project simulation. Through the dynamic, problem-based approach, students are drawn into various stages in the project life cycle and are required to assess, document and develop plans for the progression of projects.

Pre-requisites: CON2001 and CON2002 and CON2003 and CON2102 and LAW1000 and MGT1100