COURSE SYLLABUS******************************************************************************YEAR COURSE OFFERED: 2010SEMESTER COURSE OFFERED: Fall DEPARTMENT: Construction ManagementCOURSE NUMBER: CNST 1361 NAME OF COURSE: Construction Management INAME OF INSTRUCTOR: Robert James, PE******************************************************************************The information contained in this class syllabus is subject to change without notice. Students are expected to be aware of any additional course policies presented by the instructor during the course.******************************************************************************Learning ObjectivesThis course offers a sampler of the entire CM program. It provides the first introduction to the principles of management, construction industry, roles and responsibilities, and an overview of common project management tools.Upon the completion of the course students will demonstrate the ability to:1. Understand terminology common to the construction industry2. Understand general principles of management3. Understand roles and responsibilities of parties4. Be familiar with selected planning and control tools5. Be familiar with common safety concerns and protocolMajor Assignments/ExamsQuizzes/Assignments 50%Final Exam 40%Ethics/Safety/Communication 10%Required ReadingConstruction Project Management, by Gould and Joyce, Prentice Hall.Page 1 of 2COURSE SYLLABUSList of discussion/lecture topicsIntroductionThe Construction IndustryProject ParticipantsConstruction EstimatingPlanning & SchedulingProject ControlsConstruction ProcurementSite Management & AdministrationConstruction Business PracticesFormation of a Construction BusinessSafety & Health in Construction Page 2 of