Construction Design and Management

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Our Program

Specialized training
Parkland's Construction Design and Management program prepares you to enter the construction industry in two major areas: building construction involves preparation of drawings and development of cost estimates for needed labor, materials, and equipment; civil construction involves drafting of structures, subdivisions, roads, bridges, and mechanical drawings.

A comprehensive high-tech program
With the background you'll acquire in building science and management, you will be able to understand and prepare architectural drawings, contracts, plans, and specifications. You will also be knowledgeable about construction methods and materials. You will become familiar with scheduling, contracts, cost accounting, and specifications for road, bridge, and building projects. You will also learn how to search for employment in the construction industry.

Because the use of computers for job costs, scheduling, estimating, and surveying has become increasingly important in this field, your course work will emphasize computer-aided drafting, modern automated survey practices, and related software.

On-the-job training
Summer field work experience will provide you with practical, hands-on training within the construction industry.

Length of study
This program has been designed for both full-time and part-time students. You can complete the four required semesters plus the summer field work experience in two years of full-time study.

Interrupted sequence option
This specialized work-study sequence allows students to alternate work experience and class studies. Cooperatively developed with the Illinois Department of Transportation, this sequence is available to qualified students. Other schedules may be used when working with other employers.

Higher education and transfer option
With substitutions in the mathematics and physics courses, this program may be transferred to universities offering a Bachelor of Science in construction management.

Entry requirements
Although no specific course work is required for entry, high school courses in mathematics, mechanical drawing, and physics are helpful.

Required Courses
Construction Design and Management A.A.S. Degree
Construction Design and Management: Interrupted Sequence A.A.S. Degree