Teaching

AREN 2050: Building Systems and Materials

This undergraduate course investigates the broad subject of building materials, building assembly details, systems, and methods of building construction. Students will explore codes and classifications, foundations, wood, steel, concrete, masonry, cladding, doors and windows, interiors, finishes, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life safety and conveyance systems. Upon completion of the course students will have a foundational understanding of building systems and the process required to design and construct a building.

Course Learning Objectives

  1. Identify the numerous building components, materials, and systems;
  2. Understand the sequence and relationship between building assemblies; and
  3. Develop industry vocabulary.
  4. Describe the numerous considerations when choosing different building materials and systems.
  5. Identify the roles of the major parties involved in the design and construction of a building.

CVEN 3246: Introduction to Construction

This course provides a broad view of concerns, activities, and objectives of people involved in construction: the owner, architect/engineer, contractor, labor and inspector. Students will be introduced to the professional competencies required to effectively deliver capital projects including estimating, scheduling, contracts, planning, project controls, risk, safety, project administration, and engineering economics.

Course Learning Objectives

The goal of the course is to give students an overall understanding of construction management. By the end of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe the roles of key project players
  2. Evaluate and select an appropriate project delivery method for a construction project
  3. Estimate the cost of a basic structure or earthwork project
  4. Calculate the equivalence of a series of economic investments
  5. Schedule a series of construction tasks using the critical path method
  6. Establish a project cash flow projection
  7. Identify the requisite elements of a contract
  8. Identify and analyze project risks
  9. Identify and assess safety hazards on construction projects

CVEN 4/5656: Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Capital Projects

This senior-level and graduate course focuses on building information modeling (BIM) for buildings-type projects. Students will gain knowledge on the implementation of BIM throughout a building’s lifecycle, from planning and design through construction and operations. This project-based course covers topics including setting up projects for success, model-based cost estimating, scheduling and 4D simulation, and design coordination.

Course Learning Objectives

The goal of the course is to give students an overall understanding of building information modeling (BIM) concepts throughout a building’s lifecycle. By the end of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Define BIM;
  2. Describe BIM uses throughout a building’s lifecycle;
  3. Perform model-based cost estimating;
  4. Perform 4D simulation;
  5. Perform BIM-based design coordination;
  6. Evaluate and communicate your ideas related to implementing BIM throughout a building’s lifecycle.