Construction Engineering Technology, BS
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering Technology at Florida A&M University equips students with the skills and knowledge to work in the construction industry. The program focuses on modern construction practices, including project estimating, structure erection, construction supervision, and management. Graduates are prepared to work with architects, engineers, contractors, and others involved in construction. The program also encourages students to become OSHA certified, complete internships, and develop proficiency in computer programming and software applications.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering Technology at Florida A&M University prepares students to work in the construction industry with architects, engineers, contractors, and others. The program focuses on modern construction practices and aims to produce graduates with a solid understanding of fundamental engineering and construction concepts.
Objectives:
- Provide students with specialized instruction in modern techniques of construction practice.
- Prepare graduates to work effectively with architects, engineers, contractors, and others involved in construction.
- Equip students with the skills and competencies necessary for success in the construction industry, including project estimating, structure erection, construction supervision, and management.
- Encourage graduates to become Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) certified, complete at least two (2) internships, and demonstrate competency in computer programming and software applications.
Program Description:
The Construction Engineering Technology program at Florida A&M University includes coursework in construction techniques and materials, surveying, estimating methods, computer applications, contractual relationships, and legal issues. Students also develop skills in technical writing and public speaking.
Outline:
Freshman Year
Fall
- ENC 1101 Freshman Communicative Skills I (3)
- MAC 1114 Algebraic/Trigonometric Functions (3)
- BCN 1221C Building Construction I (3)
- AMH 2091 Introduction to African-American History (3)
- EGN 1110C Engineering Graphics I (2)
- EGS 1000 Introduction to Engineering Technology I (1)
Spring
- ENC 1102 Freshman Communicative Skills II (3)
- MAC 2311 Calculus I (4)
- PHI 2010 Introduction To Philosophy (3)
- CHM 1030 Introductory Chemistry for Non-Science Majors (3)
- EGN 1112C Engineering Graphics II (3)
Sophomore Year
Fall
- SUR 2140 Elementary Surveying (3)
- SUR 2140L Elementary Surveying Laboratory (1)
- SPC 2608 Public Speaking (3)
- BCN 2230 Materials and Methods of Construction 1 (3)
- BCN 3251 Construction Documents I (3)
- PHY 2053 College Physics I (3)
- PHY 2053L College Physics I-Lab (1)
Spring
- ENC 3243 Technical Writing (3)
- ECO 2013 Principles Of Economics I (3)
- PHI 3601 Ethics (3)
- BCN 2231 Materials and Methods of Construction 2 (3)
- STA 2023 Introduction to Probability and Statistics I (3)
Junior Year
Fall
- ETG 2502 Statics (3)
- BCN 3797 Construction Management I (3)
- CET 2365C C Programming Engineering & Technology (3)
- BCN 4617 Construction Estimating I. (3)
- BCN 3720 Constr Plan & Schedu (3)
- PSY 2012 Introduction To Psychology (3)
Spring
- ETC 3211C Soil Mechanics (3)
- ETC 3211L Soil Mechanics and Foundations Lab (1)
- BCN 3253 Construction Accounting (3)
- BCN 3701 Construction Management II (3)
- BCN 4619 Construction Estimating II. (3)
- ETG 2530 Strength of Materials (3)
- ETG 2530L Strength of Materials Lab (1)
Senior Year
Fall
- BCN 3562C Electrical Systems In Construction (3)
- BCN 4941 Const Mgmt Intern (2) Or Elective (2)
- ETC 4454 Reinf Concrete I ETC 4454L Reinforced Concrete I Lab
- BCN 3731 Construction Safety & OSHA Certification (1)
- BCN 4782 Computer Applications For Construction Management (3)
Spring
- BCN 3566 Electro-mech Systems (3)
- ETG 4939 Professional Seminar & Developement (1)
- ETC 4455 Reinforced Concrete II (3)
- ETI 4671 Principles of Engineering Economics (2)
- BCN 3240 Construction Equip & Operation
- BCN 4705 Contracts, Codes & Laws.
Careers:
The Construction Engineering Technology program at Florida A&M University prepares graduates for careers in the construction industry. Graduates may work as project estimators, structure erectors, construction supervisors, or managers. They may also work with architects, engineers, contractors, and others involved in construction.