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Civil Engineering: Construction Option
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CURRICULUM 470A/1101P
EDUCATIONAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS (ESRs)

Working knowledge of engineering terms common to construction operations, equipment and material procurement, maintenance, estimating and bidding techniques, work scheduling, quality control techniques, resource allocation, common construction practices, construction organizations, and financing.

Familiarity with basic elements of a contract, types of specifications, general provisions, resolution of legal disputes, and negotiating strategies.

Working knowledge of construction equipment to include selection and performance, estimating productivity, and equipment economics.

Working knowledge of the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of construction materials and their non-destructive testing including metals, concrete, timber, asphalt, and soil.

At least one course which extends knowledge in any of the classical engineering disciplines. Course(s) can be in any technical area, such as structural engineering, pavement design, environmental engineering, soils analysis or design, hydraulics, hydrology, mechanical engineering or electrical engineering.

Basic understanding of data processing and computer techniques for application to engineering problems.

Working knowledge of and ability to apply business and financial accounting principles.

Proficiency in oral and written communications and ability to identify, research, and recommend alternatives to various engineering problems for presentation to both technical and nontechnical managers.

If a thesis or major report is required for the degree, the topic selected must be applicable to construction engineering and management problems found in the Navy facilities business or extends knowledge in a particular technical engineering area.

Note: Requirements for the Construction Engineering option should be satisfied by courses which specifically address the technical and administrative aspects of the construction process.

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