College of Applied Science and Technology 97 Course Descriptions - CMT Parson Construction Management Technology Department CMT 1100 - Construction Management Orientation Credits: (l) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] This course provides an overview 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 course is also designed to help students develop a clearer focus on their educational and occupational goals. Ethics as it relates to construction management will be discussed. CMT 1150 - Construction Graphics Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] Students will gain knowledge of and experience graphical communications as used in the construction industry. Includes print reading and interpretation of architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical drawings. Residential and commercial plans will be used. Prerequisite: CMT 1210 (can be taken concurrent). CMT 1210 - Residential Construction Materials and Methods Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] This course provides 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. The residential construction process will be analyzed from site planning to finish construction. CMT 1310 - Commercial Construction Materials & Methods Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] This course provides students with knowledge of commercial building techniques and materials. Basic materials and installation methods for commercial construction are studied. The application of sustainable construction methods will be discussed. CMT 1500 - Computer Applications in Construction Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] Computer applications used in the construction field will be examined. Various software packages will be introduced and studied specifically to their application in the construction industry. Prerequisite: NTM 1700 . CMT 2220 - Construction Contracts and Specifications Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Students will learn to interpret contract documents used in the various construction delivery methods. Contracts, bidding documents, bonding and insurance, conditions of the contract, general requirements, and technical specifications will be covered. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 or ENGL 2010 and CMT 1100 . CMT 2330 - Concrete Technology Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] The student will obtain knowledge of concrete, its physical and mechanical properties, and the design and quality control of concrete mixes. CMT 2340 - Construction Surveying Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] 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 Credits: (2) Typically taught: Spring [Fall SEm] Students will learn to interpret current building codes and how they apply to the construction and use of buildings. Prerequisite: ENGL 2010. CMT 2640 - Architectural Estimating Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] The student will develop material estimates for building projects. Involves manual and computer applications in working with architectural drawings and reference materials. Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or higher, CMT 1150 , CMT 1210 , CMT 1310 , and CMT 1500 . CMT 2880 - Internship Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] Summer [Full Sem] Supervised work experience in the construction industry Weber State University 2013-2014 Catalog