Building and Construction A.A.S.

Associate of Applied Science in Building and Construction

The Construction Management program’s mission is dedicated to creating graduates that are knowledgeable, well rounded professionals capable of meeting the future needs of the construction industry. The program prepares students for professional leadership and instills the impetus for lifelong learning. The curriculum stresses  technical knowledge, business acumen, and understanding of the strategic and diverse interests among project stakeholders. Values embedded in the curriculum support creative problem solving, emerging technologies, sustainable practices, and ethical principles. Formal education is linked to practical experience, creating alumni who are skilled planners and managers of construction projects from concept to completion.

Students who sucessfully complete the two year AAS degree in Bulding and Construction and wish to continue their education, may apply for admission to the four year Bachelors of Professional Studies in Construction Management program without losing any time. They may apply in their third or fourth semester.

Math Placement: All students must take and pass the on-line math placement exam prior to registering for MSCI-300 Calculus I.  This test can be taken by loging on to my.pratt with your one-key and clicking on the LMS tab or by using the following link https://lms.pratt.edu/course/view.php?id=40387
You should see the course "Math Placement Exam", click on the course and follow the instructions.

Curriculum

Requirements for AAS in Building and Construction, 2012

Semester 1

Complete these courses.

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CM-201 Introduction to Construction Management

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CM-131 Construction: Wood & Masonry

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HMS-101A Introduction to Literary and Critical Studies

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CM-321 Project Controls I

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CH-300 World Civilizations I

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MSCI-300 Calculus I

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Semester 2

Complete these courses and 3 credits of CM Electives.

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CM-132 Construction: Concrete & Steel

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CM-112 Architectural Drawing

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CM-322 Project Controls II

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CH-400 World Civilizations II

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MSCI-301 Calculus II

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Take 3 credits of CM elective

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Semester 3

Complete these courses.

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CM-231 Structural Design Methods I

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CM-233 Mechanical and Electrical Equipment I

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CM-343 Construction Cost Analysis

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MGMT-307 Management

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COM-301 Reports And Correspondence

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PHYS-131 Physics I

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Semester 4

Take these courses plus 3 credits of Liberal Art Electives.

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CM-232 Structural Design Methods II

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CM-234 Mechanical & Electrical Equipment II

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MGMT-201 Fundamentals Of Accounting

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HMS-261A Introduction to Public Speaking and Interpersonal Communication

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PHYS-131 Physics I

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COMPLETE 3 CREDITS OF LIBERAL ARTS ELECTIVES

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