Course Overview
Students will use Microsoft Office platforms for project planning, management of construction projects, creating documents and presentation slides. They will gain an understanding of how to communicate with stakeholders in a professional manner. Students will also learn about professional office behavior and modes of communication such as audio phone calls and emails.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
- Not offered this term
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Use Microsoft Excel for project planning and management
- Describe project management techniques for construction projects
- Demonstrate basic skills in project management software
- Demonstrate entry level verbal and written communication skills
- Use Microsoft Word to create a cover letter and resume
- Use Microsoft PowerPoint to create a slide deck
- Understand basic interview and presentation skills
- Demonstrate understanding of safety on a job site
- Demonstrate listening skills and entry level verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrate the ability to deliver a personal introduction in a professional environment
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2026
Related Programs
Introduction to Construction Project Management, Communication & Professionalism (ACED 1215) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Construction and the Environment
- Essential Technical Skills for Architecture, Construction, and Engineering
Certificate Part-time
- Fundamentals in Architecture, Construction, and Engineering
Microcredential Part-time
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