The Architecture Project Management Option is available for those who wish to focus their career in the areas of project development and architectural design. The CM student's management knowledge and skills learned in the classroom are augmented by their application to actual construction projects in the CM computer lab. The traditional technical skills are enhanced through the use of engineering soils, survey, and testing labs. Other course work is further complemented by a comprehensive study of design and construction development projects. The program offers a wide variety of courses in design, art, CAD, professional practice, and law.
Special emphasis is placed on constructibility and cost-effective design alternatives.
A degree with this option may provide up to three and one-half years of credit toward the architectural licensing requirements. The varied academic background of the faculty enables students to develop a wide diversity of theoretical and technical competencies. The teaching faculty's industry experience includes management of construction for heavy civil works, buildings, industrial, and real estate development. The faculty's strong technical and diverse academic preparation includes degrees in civil engineering, construction management, architecture, and industrial education. The traditional technical skills are enhanced through the use of the engineering soils, survey, and testing labs.