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CM 312 - Advanced Building Construction Methods and Site Engineering Issues

3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
This course discusses advanced building construction methods as a continuation of AE 2212 , Building Construction Methods. Topics such as concrete forming, soils analysis, site drainage, site mobilization, stormwater management, temporary work structures, and LEED construction operations are covered within the context of quality assurance and control, logistics, planning, regulatory requirements and decision-making. Interior building construction methods such as flooring, windows, insulation and interior wall systems will also be presented. (prereq: AE 2212 )
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Develop a working knowledge of construction operations for LEED accreditation
  • Develop an understanding of the various types of concrete forming systems and their applications
  • Develop an understanding of those activities associated with mobilization of a construction site
  • Develop an understanding of temporary work and temporary structures and how they support the building plan
  • Understand how to put together and implement a stormwater management plan including the regulatory requirements as well as a well-developed site drainage plan
  • Understand key soils characteristics and how they affect the construction activities
  • Understand the various types of activities that make up interior construction
Prerequisites by Topic
  • Properties of Materials of Construction
  • Familiarity with basic methods of construction
  • Knowledge of construction documents and drawings
Course Topics
  • LEED construction operations
  • Site mobilization and development
  • Concrete forming systems
  • Temporary work and temporary structures
  • Stormwater management and site drainage
  • Soils analysis
  • Thermal Insulation and Vapor Barriers
  • Doors, Windows and Entrances
  • Finishing Exterior Walls
  • Bonding Agents, Seals and Sealants
  • Interior Wall Coatings and Finishes
  • Flooring
  • Furnishings
Coordinator
DeAnna Leitzke


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