BYU Construction Management: Program Objectives

The following major goals are designed to fill this mission:

To be able to accurately estimate construction projects with the use of computerized estimating systems.

Have the knowledge and ability to schedule using Critical Path Method and computers.

Have the ability to set up cost accounts and variance reports.

Have the knowledge and ability to manage the safety operations of a company.

To be knowledgeable of the major issues concerning contract law.

Have the ability to schedule, obtain quality from, and effectively work with the plumbing subcontractors.

Have the ability to schedule, obtain quality from, and effectively work with carpenters.

Have the ability to schedule, obtain quality from, and effectively work with electricians.

Have the ability to schedule, obtain quality from, and effectively work with HVAC subcontractors.

Have the ability to schedule, obtain quality from, and effectively work with the concrete and masonry subcontractors.

Be able to read and interpret contract plans, specifications and documents.

Be capable of successfully working on a survey or layout crew.

To be able to communicate effectively with engineers concerning main engineering principles and practices.

To understand and apply the basic principles of real estate finance and development.

To have the student feel good enough about their education from the BYU Construction Management Program to advise a friend with similar interests to select CM as their major.

To have alumni that are satisfied with their decision to major in construction management.

Specific Objectives:

Instruction:

1. Provide an environment whereby students can acquire a well-rounded education to prepare them for successful living.

2. Establish and maintain a standard of excellence both in the instruction provided to the students and also in the performance of students.

3. Develop and maintain high standards of written and verbal communication skills, among all students.

4. Develop computer literacy in at least the following areas: Windows, estimating, scheduling, spreadsheets, financial and cost accounting, and word processing.

5. Develop basic engineering and mathematical skills.

6. Provide sufficient skills training to students so as to enable them to recognize quality work and to take appropriate corrective action when necessary to achieve quality construction.

Industry/Public Relations:

1. Develop and maintain strong relations with industry by inviting industry leaders to campus to interact with students.

2. Develop and maintain strong relations with industry trade associations through strong student chapters with the Associated General Contractors, National Association of Home Builders, and the Associated Builders and Contractors.

3. Develop strong public relations by offering outstanding activities, service and a program of excellence.

4. Assist in the advancement of the industry by providing seminars and workshops for professionals in the construction industry.

Faculty Development:

1. Establish research as an important part of the Construction Management program.

2. Encourage faculty to actively participate in meaningful writing activities such as writing textbooks, publishing articles in refereed journals and writing articles for trade magazines.

3. Continue to provide service to the industry by sponsoring and speaking at conferences, seminars, workshops, conventions, university functions and trade
association meetings.

4. Encourage active participation on national, state and local trade and professional association committees and encourage faculty to seek and serve as
officers in such organizations.

5. Maintain a close tie to the latest industry developments by encouraging faculty to seek and take meaningful leaves both during summer breaks and at least every seven years for extended periods of time.

6. Encourage faculty to be of service to the industry by offering their services as consultants within the university guidelines to those involved in construction.

7. Encourage attendance of faculty members at conventions, seminars and other educational opportunities, and to provide financial support of these endeavors as budgets will allow.

Facilities and Equipment:

1. Provide the finest facilities possible consistent with budgetary constraints and financial resources.

2. Continue to provide and improve computer facilities to students so that they can acquire experience in the use of the latest in computer programs and
technology.

3. Continue to improve laboratory facilities so as to provide meaningful experiences to students in the technology of the construction industry.

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