Build a better future in construction.
Our 12-credit certificate in pre-construction planning will give you the skills to read plans and schematics, prepare bid estimates and track construction projects. You will learn about types and uses of construction materials, building methods, how to estimate material and labor and building subsystems. This certificate open the door to positions with design-build firms, lumberyards, general contractors and specialty trade contractors.
Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Visualize structures based on drawings or sketches.
- Love being outdoors.
- Enjoy working with a variety of people.
- Like new challenges that come with each building project.
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
- Cost estimator
- Materials buyer
- Expeditor
- Project planner
- Site supervisor
- Small business owner
Suggested Majors
Construction Management (B.S.)
Concrete Industry Management (B.S.)
Civil Engineering (B.S.)
Construction Technology (A.S.)
Architecture (B.F.A.)
Mechanical Engineering (B.S.)
Operations Management (B.S.)
Electrical Engineering (B.S.)
You may also be interested in...
Construction Management (B.S.)
Construction Technology (A.S.)
Civil Engineering (B.S.)
Architecture (B.F.A.)
Mechanical Engineering (B.S.)
Operations Management (B.S.)
Electrical Engineering (B.S.)
Entrepreneurial Studies (B.A./B.S.)
Concrete Industry Management (B.S.)
