406 Course Descriptions CJ 4900 - Current Issues in Criminal Justice (3) In-depth study of current theoretical issues in criminal justice. Specific offering will be identified by name and will be listed on students transcript with authorized credit. May be taken multiple times under new topic. CJ 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title with the credit authorized will appear in the semester schedule and on the student transcript. CJ 4950 - Field Trips/Travel Study (1-6) Designed to provide students with access to both national and international law enforcement agencies, prisons, detention centers, courts and institutions dealing with criminals and delinquents - male and female. Field trips include 2-3 weeks of intense instruction and then 3-5 days of on-site visits, interviews, and lectures by practitioners in the field. Course may be repeated for a total of six (6) hours of criminal justice credit. Additional hours will be counted toward 120 elective hours of study. CJ 4980 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice (3) Emphasis on the practical application of basic research practices to law enforcement and corrections problems. Prerequisite: CJ 1010, either CJ 3600 or SOC 3600 or PSY 3600 or GERT 3600, and junior or senior standing. CJ 4990 - Criminal Justice Seminar (3) An in-depth exploration of selected issues and dilemmas surrounding the criminal justice field. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice major core course requirements and senior standing. CMT-Parson Construction Management Technology Courses CMT llOO - Construction Management Orientation (l) F This course provides an overview of the history of the U.S. construction industry with particular focus on the social, cultural, and economic trends, issues and events that impact and shape the industry and its occupations. The role of facilities management will be discussed. The course is also designed to help students develop a clearer focus on their educational and occupational goals. (Available online) CMT 1150 - Construction Graphics (3) F Students will gain knowledge of and experience graphical communications as used in the construction industry. Includes print reading and interpretation of all architectural, electrical, and mechanical systems diagrams. Residential and commercial plans will be used. Prerequisite: CMT 1210 (can be taken concurrent). (Available online) CMT 1210 - Residential Construction Materials and Methods (3) F The purpose of this course is to provide students with knowledge of residential building techniques and materials. The course will examine common construction materials, components, and systems as related to wood frame structures, including sustainable materials. Applicable building codes are also discussed as they relate to various materials and the methods of construction. The residential construction process will be analyzed from site planning to finish construction. The course also includes editing related specifications. (Available online) CMT 1310 - Commercial Construction Materials & Methods (3) Sp The purpose of this course is to provide students with knowledge of commercial building techniques and materials. Basic materials and installation methods for commercial construction are studied; which include site-work, concrete, masonry, metals, curtain-walls, and finishes. The practice of sustainable materials will be discussed. Applicable building codes and written specifications will be discussed as they relate to these various construction methods. (Available online) CMT 1500 - Computer Applications in Construction (3) Sp Computer applications used in the construction field will be examined in areas of cost estimating, project scheduling, CAD design, and construction management. Various software packages will be introduced and examined specifically to their application in the construction industry. Prerequisite: NTM 1700. CMT 2220 - Construction Contracts and Specifications (3) Sp Students will gain knowledge in the legal aspects of contracts and bidding; types of construction documents including bonds; interpretation of technical building specifications and their application to selection and installation of materials, equipment and systems; and how sustainable construction affects the contract documents. The Construction Specification Institute Index System (CSI) database will be used. Students will study contracts and specifications as supplied by architects, government agencies, and professional contracting organizations such as the AGC (Association of General Contractors), ABC (Associated Building Contractors), and the NAHB (National Association of Home Builders). CMT 2330 - Concrete Technology (3) Sp The student will obtain knowledge of concrete, its physical and mechanical properties, and the design and control of the concrete mixes. They will also obtain knowledge in the various forming systems used in residential and commercial construction. CMT 2340 - Construction Surveying (2) Sp The student will perform basic surveying operations necessary for the location, layout, and construction of a building. Interpretation of site plans and topographic maps is included. Prerequisite: MATH 1080. (Hybrid) CMT 2360 - Building Codes and Inspection (2) F Familiarizes students with current building codes and zoning ordinances as they apply to the construction and use of buildings. Inspection procedures used to enforce codes are also discussed. Prerequisite: ENGL 2010. (Available online) CMT 2640 - Architectural Estimating (2) Sp Developing material estimates of a building project. Involves manual and computer applications in working with architectural drawings and reference materials. Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or higher, CMT 1150, CMT 1310, and CMT 1500. (Available online) CMT 2880 - Internship (3) Su, F, Sp Supervised work experience in the construction industry with placement and course objectives approved by the faculty supervisor, (online) CMT 3115 - Construction Cost Estimating (3) F The student will learn the methods and procedures for estimating and bidding construction projects. Actual working drawings and specifications are used. 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