CNST 210 - Commercial Construction

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Restriction(s): None

This course provides a study of the means and methods utilized in Commercial Construction. Areas of study include: Steel & concrete/masonry frames; fireproofing; curtain walls/cladding; flashing systems; roofing systems; thermal & moisture protection; and openings & finishes. Additional areas of study such as safety; crane & equipment selection and operation; building codes; construction project planning; submittal process; green construction; and record keeping are covered.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Students will analyze actual commercial & heavy construction plans and specs. Team Based Learning will be used.
Students will work in groups to construct commercial & heavy mock-ups from plans & specs. Associated information such as material estimating will be introduced. Hand skills will be learned.
Students will work in groups to schedule the lab construction mock-ups. MicroSoft Project software will be used.
Students will learn act professionally in both lecture and lab settings.

Accreditation Outcomes:

ACCE SLO # 5.2: Interpret construction documents (contracts, specifications, and drawings) used in managing a construction project. (Advanced) Course LO # 1 & 2: Lab Mock-ups

ACCE SLO # 10.2: Recognize basic construction methods, materials and equipment. Course LO # 2: Lab Mock-ups ACCE PLO # 2: Understand & Apply the Career Paths and demonstrate the role of the Construction Manager in Commercial construction projects. Course LO # 1,2,3: Commercial lab mock-ups & Commercial Case Studies