Academic Learning Compact - Building Construction

The Bachelor of Science in Building Construction prepares you for a career in construction industry.

Additional information is available from your major's website.

Before Graduating You Must

• Pass the performance based capstone course utilizing Construction Project Simulation.
• Successfully utilize and interpret the Florida Building Code in classroom tests and reports.
• Satisfy formal presentation requirements; attend and submit reports for field trips and demonstrate proficiency in writing professional memos and letters.
• Take the AIC (American Institute of Constructors) Associate Constructor Examination in the final senior semester.
• Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

Skills You Will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)

1. Demonstrate proficiency in construction materials, methods, surveying and construction safety
2. Demonstrate proficiency in building, estimating and cost control
3. Demonstrate proficiency in planning, scheduling and control
4. Demonstrate proficiency in project administration
5. Demonstrate knowledge of engineering concepts
6. Demonstrate knowledge of management concepts
7. Demonstrate knowledge of communication skills, written and verbal.