This first of three courses covering the scope, time and analysis of construction costs, commonly called Project Controls, covers many aspects of task and time scheduling using Microsoft Project as an aid in developing, monitoring and controlling construction projects. Topics include planning activity interrelationships, milestones, task duration and risk, managing resources, and managing float time. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Construction Management degree program or departmental approval.

In this second of three courses on Project Controls, the cost and accounting aspects of construction projects will be emphasized. Participants will prepare summary reports for tasks and resource pools, critical path analysis, and work progress tracking; followed by project costing and cost reports and their relationship to the overall schedule and cost requirements. Prerequisites: CMGT 7100

In this course, the practical aspects of project scheduling and construction law will be emphasized. Students will examine construction delay examples and apply construction contract clauses to determine the type of delay, assign responsibility, and quantify damages. Course assignments and activities will help students to understand the types of construction delays and identify all of the costs that contribute to damages from a subcontractor, contractor, consultant and owner’s perspective. Prerequisites: CMGT 7110 and CMGT 7420

The construction industry uses statistical techniques to analyze business and engineering data. Topics include summarizing data; probability; the normal curve; sampling distribution; hypothesis testing; and linear regression and correlation. Upon successful completion, individuals will be able to intelligently read and interpret statistical material and use appropriate tools to perform various statistical calculations. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Construction Management degree program or by departmental approval.

Construction managers should be able to develop systems and procedures for the efficient management of construction equipment. Selection and use of appropriate equipment will be discussed with consideration of soil conditions, nature of construction, limitations of equipment and comparison of costs. Consideration of what is the most advantageous acquisition method will be discussed along with the need for equipment operator training. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Construction Management degree program or departmental approval.

Presents the role of key stakeholders involved in health and safety issues. Sessions will include: Legal framework for health and safety in Canada, philosophies and techniques for managing health and safety, the business benefits of health and safety, and the concepts of risk management and due diligence. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Construction Management degree program or by departmental approval.

Management of quality is essential for high performance organizations. Introduces fundamentals and definitions of ISO 9000, and requirements of ISO 9001. Includes preparing quality plans and work methods per ISO 9001. Successful participants will receive an IRCA Certificate of Completion for this ISO 9000:2000 Series Training Course. Goals and Objectives for this Quality Series (which includes CMGT 7246 and CMGT 7255) follow. For CMGT 7246, these include a grounding in the fundamentals of ISO 9000-2005 and requirements of ISO 9001-2000 (now 9001-2008) with an emphasis on writing quality plans; a classroom presentation which will demonstrate the application of an ISO 9001 Quality Procedure; and development of a Quality Manual and a Work Method as practised in the construction industry. Additionally, CMGT 7255 will provide practice and skill development in Internal Auditing per the requirements of Ashbrooke Quality Assurance and International Registrar of Certificated Auditors (IRCA). The cumulative objective for students taking this Quality Series is to achieve fluency in ISO quality systems; increase ability to implement project level Quality Control activities; intern capability as a Quality Assurance representative in Design, Construction, and other venues; and eligibility (subject to audit experience) for Internal Auditor certification. Prerequisites: CMGT 7120 or CMGT 7125

Provides a deeper understanding of Quality Systems and Plans, and enables participants to become an Internal Auditor within an organization and better prepare for an external audit. Those who obtain a minimum of 70% will be issued with a Certificate of Successful Completion, recognized by the International Register of Certificated Auditors as a critical step in becoming an IRCA registered Internal Auditor. Prerequisites: CMGT 7240 or CMGT 7245 or CMGT 7246

Through presentations from seasoned construction professionals, participants will gain knowledge of strategies and construction techniques that have been used on a variety of construction projects. Experts representing project managers, engineers, consultants and contractors will present both technical and managerial challenges and solutions. Prerequisites: CMGT 7210 and CMGT 7220 and CMGT 7255

The course provides an overview of the basic skills of a manager and applies these skills through a series of projects and case studies. It examines the evolution of management and the organizational culture and environment. It also teaches the decision-making skills and the skills involved in planning, organizing, leading and controlling, including planning and facilitating change, teamwork, applying motivational techniques and effective communication.

An understanding of the fundamental concepts of accounting and financial analysis is essential for effective decision-making. Topics include the role of the financial manager in the organization, concepts and principles underlying accounting practices, financial statement reading and analysis, budgeting, accounting, time value of money, risk, and macro and micro economics. Prerequisites: CMGT 7120 or CMGT 7125

This course covers the law that applies to the business of construction, and relates these concepts to the construction process by dealing with topical issues. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Construction Management degree program.

Participants will be introduced to the primary elements of the start-up and management of a construction company. Start-up sections include strategic planning, business plan development and marketing. Construction management sections include strategic alignment, bidding, estimating, procurement, costing, changes to the contract and a communication workshop. Prerequisites: CMGT 7255 and CMGT 7330 and CMGT 7420

Participants will be introduced to special considerations in the management of an international construction project, including logistical and cultural implications. Other topics include market research, proposal preparation, and negotiation. The implications of cross-cultural differences on project success will be demonstrated through in-class activities. Prerequisites: CMGT 8440

Provides the essential skills to manage a diverse construction workforce. Factors influencing performance, personality, culture and organizational norms, as well as the practical application of modern management concepts and techniques will be discussed. Skills will be developed through lecture, casework, discussions, and a computer-mediated simulation which provides extensive feedback on the implications of decisions made. Prerequisites: BUSA 7250

Industrial relations will cover employment and collective bargaining legislation as well as maintenance of collective agreements and the management of industrial relations. The course will analyze employment standards legislation, the labour code, human rights, impact of collective bargaining / certification on organizational structure. The course will also look at negotiation, conflict management and team techniques. Students can expect to gain a solid understanding of what industrial relations is and why it is important to workers and management. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Construction Management degree program or departmental approval.

Contaminated site issues impact on both the contractor and the owner. Common surface and sub-surface contaminants and their migration patterns will be reviewed together with current legislation. Issues relating to liability, risk, hazards and toxicity will be discussed. A section on the historical use of sites will conclude the course. Prerequisites: CMGT 7605

This course will provide participants with knowledge to manage construction-related environmental aspects with due regard to pollution prevention and long term environmental protection. Topics will include legislation, sensitive areas (watercourses), construction and demolition waste, green buildings, LEED, building materials, noise and dust management, and fuel handling. Prerequisites: CMGT 7640

This course provides participants with a comprehensive examination of internal and external stakeholder groups involved with a construction project. Case studies will be utilized to demonstrate the potential impact of such groups on construction projects. Computer-mediated simulation will also be used to provide real-time feedback on team decisions. Prerequisites: CMGT 7530 and CMGT 8440

The aim of the course is to enable students to develop knowledge and examination of civil services used in commercial and institutional buildings and their significance in the design and construction phases. The lectures will be delivered in 3 hour units per week by a qualified Professional Quantity Surveyor. The 3 hour units will be broken down into a 1 hour lecture and a 2 hour lab session allowing the student to work within a group context to assist learning and allowing question and answer time with the lecturer. Prerequisite: BLDT 2091 or equivalent.

The aim of the course is to enable students to develop knowledge and examination of various methods of conceptual estimating used in commercial and institutional buildings and their significance in the development of projects prior to the design and construction phases. The course will look at why budget/conceptual estimates are necessary, what factors need to be considered when preparing, evaluating and discussing project and operating costs during the early stages of a project when very little information is available and the design is very minimal. The course will also look at a number of different types of conceptual estimate, when to best use each and the limitations of the estimates types. The lectures will be delivered in 3 hour units per week by a qualified Professional Quantity Surveyor. The 3 hour units will be broken down into a 1 hour lecture and a 2 hour lab session allowing the student to work within a group context to assist learning and allowing question and answer time with the lecturer. Prerequisite: BLDT 2091 or equivalent.

Risk analysis and management in design and construction have, in the past, tended to depend mainly on intuition, judgment and experience. This course will help the student explore the subject of risk in a more objective manner, looking at both traditional risk management through the use of CPM/PERT/MSC and a more systematic analysis of defining, assessing and treating risk to help decisions to proceed and aid in managing the work. The lectures will be delivered in 3 hour units per week by a qualified Professional Quantity Surveyor. The 3 hour units will be broken down into a 1 hour lecture and a 2 hour lab session allowing the student to work within a group context to assist learning and allowing question and answer time with the lecturer. Prerequisites: CMGT 7110 and CMGT 7330

This course is designed to provide an interdisciplinary group of learners with the knowledge and skills to develop and manage their professional practice while considering sustainability imperatives. Principles of industrial ecology, ecological restoration and succession, and urban world issues are covered in a manner that reveals constrains but also opportunities and strategies for balancing environmental, social and economic perspectives. In addition, the changing roles and approaches in governance systems and the role of stakeholders in decision making will be discussed. Prerequisite: Diploma of Technology or Degree in Engineering, Science or Natural Resources.

This course introduces students to the issues challenging global sustainability and the critical importance of human actions in deciding our paths for the 21stCentury. Students will be given context in sustainability at individual, community and global levels, and be introduced to the foundations of Sustainable Urban Development (SUD). The importance of the roles of the built environment and technology in context with natural ecological systems will be explored.The course will examine current leading frameworks, theories and applications in sustainable community development. Students will be introduced to the metabolisms of sustainable community development: renewable energy, land-use and the built environment, transportation and urban infrastructure, resource management, sustainable health, and industrial ecology. Students will be challenged to reflect on existing and future career paths as a "Sustainability Professional" within their discipline, while incorporating the values of sustainability and global citizenship.This course is open to students who have completed a two year diploma of technology or have approval of the program head.

The course provides candidates with a perspective on the experience needed to assume a role in management in a technology-based organization. It will include some basic tools and techniques for the manager. The course is focused on those individuals who possess a formal technical education and are contemplating moving into management, or those who are already working in management positions. This course will examine how technologists and engineers can make the often difficult move from a technical specialist role to manager.

This course focuses on the use of project management concepts and tools to accomplish business goals. Students will identify project management issues in rapidly changing business and technical environments and utilize strategies to manage projects effectively.

This hands-on course will enable candidates to become knowledgeable about the various marketing strategies employed to create a successful market image for an organization. Drawing from industry examples of well-conceived and successful marketing strategies, students will gain a framework for developing viable strategies for their respective organizations.

This course will enable students to develop a marketing research plan that will enable them to effectively examine the methods of assessing early market opportunities for high technology industrial and consumer products. Prerequisites: TMGT 7111

These assignments and techniques are designed to enable people with no previous marketing experience to create a marketing plan within their own company. Students will have an opportunity to explore the application of programs in the context of the high technology markets. Prerequisites: TMGT 7111

This course will equip candidates with an in-depth understanding of financing business undertakings, exploring sources of money, the role of business plans, equity capital, the role of debt financing, taxation issues, and cash investments.

This course deals with the major issues, institutions and instruments of international finance affecting technology transfer and the exchange of goods and services under contract. Course content addresses principal elements that include, but may not be limited to: instruments, institutions, legislative/regulatory frameworks and international finance variables.

The major thrust of this course is to describe how a technology firm may consider different options in the marketing of its technology in international markets. As the seller of the technology operates in a highly competitive environment, a clear understanding of the competitive forces and cultural dynamics at work in the global marketplace is critical to anyone seeking these export markets.

This course deals with a practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving and decision-making using an analytical, process-oriented approach. Different tools and techniques are used to better maximize the problem-solving and decision-making skills of the candidate. Opportunity will be provided for practice in creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

This course provides new managers in a technological setting with practical guidelines to deal with their people, using human resource systems to support them in identifying and addressing issues which affect technologists at various stages of their professional careers. The course also addresses ways in which a manager may examine and enhance his or her own management career. Time will be spent examining the relationship between the organization’s personnel needs and the ways in which these needs can be met through: Manpower Planning, Job Analysis, Selection and Recruitment, Motivation, Career Planning and Development, Succession Planning, Performance Evaluation, and Training and Development.

This course deals with the challenge of providing effective leadership in the context of an ever-increasing rate of change, both technological and organizational expectations. The emphasis is on understanding both the elements of leadership and the dynamics of the change process with a view to the interdependence of these two forces. The course also differentiates between management and leadership, exploring the need for each aspect while continuing to strive for business goals and engaging in change aimed at improving company effectiveness.

Primarily intended for the preparation of the final report for the Industry Sponsored Project, this course will provide the basis and format for all technical reports required in the program. Emphasis will be placed on the overall structure, organization of information and the logical progression of concepts. This course should be completed at an early stage in the program. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Program.

The ability to make an effective business presentation is more essential than ever for individuals wanting to advance in their careers. This course will describe to participants how to analyse audience need and then integrate a variety of presentation techniques to deliver an effective presentation. Prerequisites: CMGT 7100

This course is intended to be taken just prior to completion of the program. It will help you conduct the necessary literature review to clearly define your industry sponsor/research topic, and to prepare an effective proposal for submission to the department. Your industry sponsor is expected to provide occasional guidance and support relating to this activity. Prerequisites: CMGT 7800

In conjunction with an industry sponsor, the student solves a technical problem relating to construction. The research project must contain some elements that are innovative, experimental, or exploratory in nature. A department committee will supervise the progress of the project, provide guidance and direction where appropriate, and evaluate the final report and its presentation. Prerequisite: CMGT 8700 and departmental approval.

Develops advanced skills in critical analysis, close reading and composition through lectures, discussion and group activities in which students analyse and evaluate materials from various disciplines. Readings might come from professional journals, reports, newspapers, magazines and literature. Multimedia such as video, music and the Internet may also be included. Prerequisite: equivalent of three credits of university/college composition or six credits BCIT Communication.

Fosters abilities and values required for ethical decision making at work. Develops skills in logical analysis, a working knowledge of moral principles and theories, and the ability to diagnose and resolve moral disagreements commonly found at work. Examines and applies moral principles to historically famous cases in manufacturing, human resources, management, engineering, health care, and computing. Prerequisite: BCIT ENGL 1177, or 6 credits BCIT Communication at 1100-level or above, or 3 credits of university/college composition.