Construction Management Extended
Construction Management Extended
The certificate in Construction Management Extended provides a comprehensive, up-to-date, and rigorous curriculum covering a wide array of aspects within the construction industry and the practical principles of construction management.
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Master construction management with depth and expertise.
Construction managers plan, coordinate and oversee construction projects from start to finish. Whether civil, commercial or residential, every construction project is unique and requires specialized skills to advance from conception to completion.
The eight-course Construction Management Extended Certificate program provides a solid foundation in scheduling, cost estimation, materials, legality, safety/risk management, quality control and the core competencies necessary for obtaining a variety of roles in the industry, including construction manager, project engineer and field engineer.
This extended curriculum was designed to deepen understanding of core concepts and allow for specialized areas of interest, such as sustainable construction practices or advanced project management software.
Students engage in project-based learning and interactive discussions in courses taught by industry professionals, as well as networking opportunities with peers and experts in the field.
Graduates of the program have a robust portfolio of projects, a comprehensive skill set and the confidence to tackle complex challenges in construction management.
Format: Online, Live Online, or In Person. Can be completed 100% online.
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Learn how to enter or advance in the construction management field with UCLA Extension. These programs are ideal for engineers, architects, tradespeople, and project coordinators, as well as individuals exploring a career transition into the construction industry.
This certificate is approved for international students to study full time in the U.S. on an F-1 visa.
International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.
While most certificate programs begin each quarter, some have limited intakes for students studying on F-1 visa. Find this program on the Browse Certificate Programs page to confirm entry quarters before applying.
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Required Courses
Fundamentals of Construction Management
Learn the basic principles and responsibilities of the construction management team and general contractor for commercial, civil and residential construction projects.
Construction Materials and Building Systems
Study construction materials, equipment, methods, and regulatory influences including technology of basic building materials, interior and exterior finishes, plumbing and electrical and mechanical systems.
Construction Scheduling with Primavera® (P6)
An in-depth study of the current systems and techniques applied in construction planning, scheduling, control, and delay impact analysis.
Reading Construction Blueprint Drawings
Master the art of interpreting construction drawings, equipping you with essential skills for understanding architectural and engineering plans.
Construction Cost and Estimating Using RSMeans® Data
Elective Courses
Electives
Construction Site Project Management
Examine all facets of the project management tools on a jobsite and the expected roles of the site management team.
Legal Aspects of Construction Projects and Contracts
Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM)
This introductory course in Building Information Modeling (BIM) focuses on Autodesk's Revit Architecture as a platform for learning key principles in the design and documentation of building elements.
Construction Project Management with MS Project®
This course presents the software programs used to manage and control construction projects, specifically MS Project.
HVAC Design Fundamentals
In this course, students learn the basic engineering calculations and design rules of air conditioning systems.
Electrical Design and Construction
This course covers the fundamentals of electrical design and its integration with the construction of commercial buildings in compliance with the California Electrical Code (CEC) and other regulations.
Principles of Structural Analysis
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
Learn both versions of the LEED Rating System, currently the centerpiece of the most innovative, effective aspects of green design.
Solar Energy Power Solutions for Home and Office
This course helps individuals or organizations augment their home and/or business power requirements with solar energy.
Construction Safety and Health Management
This course is an introduction and review of construction safety management principles and practices.
Plumbing Systems Design I: Code and Engineering Fundamentals
This course reviews plumbing codes and basic engineering principles related to the design of plumbing systems including load computation methods and piping design.
Plumbing Systems Design II: Advanced Engineering Systems & Applications
This course explores the science behind plumbing systems and their design. Advanced calculation methodology will be reviewed.
High-Rise Building Plumbing Design
Fire Protection for Plumbing Engineers
This course provides engineers, designers, and contractors with a basic understanding and appreciation of fire protection systems, specifically automatic sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, fire pumps, and water supplies.
Hospital and Laboratory Plumbing Systems Design
Transfer Credits to an Advanced Degree
Completion of the UCLA Extension Construction Management Extended Certificate equates to 12 graduate credits that can be applied toward a Master of Science in Engineering Online at University of Wisconsin-Platteville.
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