Student Feedback

• “It was the one of the first courses that I have taken that I feel like actually prepared me for what to expect when I graduate. It wasn't just "do some math," rather it taught me what to expect with the construction industry should I go into it. I know there is still a lot to learn, but this class helped me get a better understanding as to what I can expect out of my future career more than any class has so far.” Spring 2022
• “I liked that the course took what was in the book and applied it to real life examples. It was good that our instructor actually has real world experience, and so did the guest lecturers as well as different perspectives from working in slightly different fields.” Spring 2022
• “I liked the presentations from different representatives from the industry. It was super helpful to learn the material and see how it's applied from their perspectives.” Spring 2022
• “I really enjoyed listening to the professor's lectures as well as his guest lecturers. I found their experience helpful and appreciated the examples they gave that they have personally been through as a supplement to the lessons. The book was also easy to understand. Overall class was enjoyable.” Spring 2022
• “The thing I liked the most about this course was learning about the contracting documents. I was already familiar with the construction phases, however, learning about the relationship between owner, architect, design firm, contractors, and subcontractors was very interesting. Additionally, learning about things such as sureties, bonds, AIA documents, scheduling, and a mechanic's lien were all very interesting as well.” Spring 2022
• “I like the usefulness of the information presented in this course. As an aspiring civil engineer, many of the subjects taught such as the phases of construction are extremely important for me to understand. This course was a great way to introduce the administrative side of construction and project management as a whole. I can now use the information I learned this semester for many years to come.” Spring 2022
• “I liked the layout of the class where we could just come to class and listen and watch the presentations. In some other classes it’s a necessity to take notes so you don’t really take in what is being said during the lecture but in this class the book was the main source of information and then the lectures were a good way to visualize what the book said.” Spring 2022
• “I really liked how engaging this course was despite being online and I enjoyed gaining knowledge of the construction industry. I think the assignments did a good job informing me about the intricacies of the construction industry.” Fall 2021
• “This course taught me a lot about the industry, which I did not know much about going in. Now when I take other classes related to this or look for work in the field, I will have a good understanding of what to expect.” Fall 2021
• “I really enjoyed the real-world applications that were brought to our attention. As engineers in college, we sometimes don't get the best real-world exposure, but I felt like this class really gave the closest examples from my internships.” Fall 2021