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A degree in Construction Management with an emphasis in Heavy Construction, from Oregon Tech provides practical, hands-on experience in project planning, cost estimation, safety management, and sustainable building practices while fostering essential teamwork and communication skills.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management, with options in Heavy Construction and General Construction, at Oregon Tech offers a comprehensive education that equips you with the skills needed to excel in the dynamic construction industry. Whether you are overseeing large-scale infrastructure developments or managing residential projects. You will engage with both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of construction from your very first year. This hands-on experience grows in complexity as you progress, preparing you for immediate employment and allowing you to explore specific career paths within the diverse field of construction management. A bachelor’s degree, as well as a minor, in Construction Management from Oregon Tech, provides practical, hands-on experience in project planning, cost estimation, safety management, and sustainable building practices while fostering essential teamwork, leadership, management, and communication skills.
Construction Management Offers
- Internship opportunities, including networking events
- Great career networking and unique learning experiences
- Professors with industry experience in their specialties
- Small class sizes ensure students understand the concepts being taught
- Experimental experiences prepare students for real-world jobs
- Recently renovated laboratories devoted primarily to undergraduate education
Construction Management Options
Students can choose from two focused tracks within the program to earn a Bachelor of Science degree:
- Heavy Construction Management - “Horizontal Construction,” i.e., roads, bridges, tunnels, dams, etc.
- General Construction Management - “Vertical Construction,” i.e. Commercial and Residential multi-story buildings
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Accreditation
Accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
Oregon Institute of Technology has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11374 Strang Line Road in Lenexa, Kansas, USA. See additional information regarding the accreditation and public disclosures.
Jobs and Careers in Construction Management
A degree in construction management will allow you to work for construction companies, contractors, government agencies, heavy construction companies, municipalities, and more. Oregon Tech graduates may consider a minor or concurrent degree in engineering or management to expand career opportunities.
Career Paths
- Construction Companies
- Contractors
- Federal Agencies
- State Agencies
- Heavy Construction Companies
- Municipalities
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If a student is unsure who their assigned academic advisor is, please contact the department chairperson or the Academic Advising office below.
Costs
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Financial Aid & Scholarships
Scholarships are available for students from all walks of life—first-time college students, career changers, and everyone in between. Take the first step toward an affordable, high-quality education and let us help you build the skills you need for a brighter tomorrow.
Construction Management Courses
Coursework in the Construction Management programs builds upon a core fundamental of courses from cost control, construction law, construction safety, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, sustainable construction, structure analysis & design, internships (required), and a senior capstone project.
ELECTIVES: Building Energy Management and Special Topics
MANAGEMENT: Leadership, Ethics, Business Law, Human Resources, etc.
MATH: College Algebra, Trigonometry, Statistics
Required: Internships and Capstone Project
Courses and requirements include (but are not limited to):
Construction Law
Introduction to the American legal system, ethics, and issues significant to business and construction industries
Construction Project Scheduling
Students are given an overview and practice in construction management theory, equipment timing, sub-contractor coordination, procurement, project administration, project closeout, and commissioning.
Construction Safety
Topics include current occupational safety and health issues. Practical application of regulations in the industrial setting.
Construction Internship
Students will be required to work in a supervised setting where they receive training to develop career-related skills while applying college-learned theory.
Senior Project
Demonstrate core business concepts, stakeholder collaboration, decision-support tools, research skills, and delivering professional written reports and presentations.
Structural Analysis & Design
Introduction to behavior and analysis of building structures. Structural loading, materials, and element types will be explored to understand the basic building blocks of buildings
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