Interested in taking a single class? Some courses (designated by a below) may be open on a space-available basis to professionals who are not seeking the certificate. See Single-Course Enrollment for details.

Autumn Course

Marine Construction (CM 584; 3 credits)
Schedule: Online, Sept. 30-Dec. 8, 2009; $1,950.
Instructor: Saeed Daniali

Study of the materials, methods and techniques associated with construction of projects in marine environments, including the impact of site conditions on the selection of appropriate construction techniques. Emphasis on equipment and crew selection, productivity and cost estimation, and construction sequencing. View the course introduction

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Winter Courses

Utility System Construction (CM 586; 3 credits)
Schedule: Online, Jan. 4-March 19, 2010; $1,950.
Instructor: John Schaufelberger

Study of materials, methods and techniques associated with construction of major utility systems, such as water, sewer, communication, electrical or natural gas.Includes construction of central utility plants as well as major distribution and collection systems. View the course introduction

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Construction Materials (CEE 595; 3 credits)
Schedule: Online, Jan. 4-March 19, 2010; $1,950.
Instructors: Joe Mahoney and Steve Muench

Provides students with detailed knowledge of aggregates, bituminous mixtures, portland cement concrete, roller compacted concrete, soil and site stabilization, utility cuts and flowable backfill. Background information will be provided on basic soil properties and characterization. Students learn about the behavior of these materials through text readings, online discussions, and outside readings. Emphasis is on the behavior of materials in various construction applications. Written presentation skills are developed through the review of a technical article. View the course introduction

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Spring Course

Pavement Construction (CEE 596; 3 credits)
Schedule: Online, March 29-June 11, 2010; $1,950.
Instructors: Joe Mahoney and Steve Muench

Overview of pavement construction with a primary focus on flexible pavements (asphalt surfaced). Content covers both national and international construction practices. Topics include pavement contracts and specifications, quality control and assurance programs, and plant and laydown operations. Up-to-date technology is presented and discussed to include use of the Internet and online databases, infrared imagings of hot mix laydown, and performance specified maintenance contracts. View the course introduction

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Autumn Course (Optional)

Design and Construction Law (CM 500; 3 credits)
Schedule: Online, Sept. 30-Dec. 18, 2009; $1,950.
Instructor: Steven Goldblatt

Legal issues arising from design and construction services, focusing on risk management and liability awareness. Topics include basic legal doctrines, the design professional/client relationship, contractor selection, the construction process, and professional practice problems. View the course introduction

Spring Course (Optional):

Research Methods in Construction (CM 590; 2 credits)
Schedule: March 29-June 11 2010; $1,300.
Instructor: John Schaufelberger

Study of the academic research process, including development of a research proposal, review of the relevant literature, selection of research methodology, collection of data, analysis of collected data, and preparation of the research report. This course is intended for students who are near completion of their required coursework and who will be ready to start on the research requirement. At the completion of this course, students will have a fully-developed research proposal including initial work on the literature review View course introduction.

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Summer Course (Optional):

Environmental Regulations (CEE 552; 3 credits)
Schedule: Online, June 23–Aug. 22, 2010; $1950.
Instructor: Richard Horner

Provides a detailed understanding and application of contemporary software for heavy construction applications. A limited set of software is presented and used. The student uses the software in problem applications. Internet applications are included. View the course introduction.

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