CFM 312

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Construction Scheduling and Cost Control

Civil and Construction Engineering Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering

Course Description

Planning, scheduling, and monitoring construction projects, including development and implementation of critical path networks, management controls, and reporting mechanisms. Modern scheduling software is also applied through a culminating portfolio project.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Title

Scheduling

Learning Outcome

Design, develop, and control residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure, or engineering scheduling projects.

Title

Scheduling

Learning Outcome

Construct, interpret, and assess Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules across diverse sectors demonstrating both technical proficiency and a commitment to ethical, effective project leadership.

Title

COMMUNICATION

Learning Outcome

Develop and apply a variety of scheduling formats, including linear schedules, line of balance charts, bar charts, short interval plans, and network diagrams, to communicate time-based project data clearly and efficiently.

Title

Float + Risk

Learning Outcome

Identify, classify, and utilize float types (total, free, shared, and independent) to optimize project performance and minimize risk throughout the life cycle of a project.

Title

Resource Management

Learning Outcome

Integrate resource management (labor, equipment, cost) into project schedules, and perform resource analysis and leveling using industry best practices to ensure responsible stewardship of time and materials.

Title

Software

Learning Outcome

Effectively use industry-standard scheduling software tools to create, analyze, and revise construction schedules, cultivating technological fluency and a mindset of continual professional growth.