Construction Technology
C&EE X 407.2
Study construction materials, equipment, methods, and regulatory influences including technology of basic building materials, interior and exterior finishes, plumbing and electrical and mechanical systems.
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Online
Classroom
Starting at $999.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
3.3
What you can learn.
- Identify the major construction systems and how they are employed to construct a building
- Understand the materials involved in the make-up of building construction systems
- Have the knowledge of the equipment required for the construction of certain systems
- Compare and contrast the different construction materials and options available for a particular building system and better understand the logic behind the design of a building
- Understand how the building systems and material used in a project affects the management of that project, including the schedule, buyout, site logistics, and staffing
About this course:
This course studies construction materials, equipment, methods, and regulatory influences. Topics include construction for site and civil work; seismic resistance; technology of basic building materials; interior and exterior finishes; and plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems. Instruction discusses current developments in materials, systems, and construction techniques in light of changing factors of production, regulatory constraints, and current trends.
Suggested Prerequisites
It is advisable that you complete the following (or equivalent) since they are prerequisites for Construction Technology.
C&EE X 407.1 Fundamentals of Construction Management or consent of instructor.
Winter 2020 Schedule
Available Format(s):
These courses are fully online, and there are no in-person classroom meetings.
See Details
Notes
Internet access required. Materials required.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 20, 2020
Course Requirements
Book:
Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods
by Edward Allen and Joseph Iano
©2014
John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
ISBN 9781118138915
(Optional)
Book:
Building Construction Illustrated
by Francis D.K. Ching
©2014
John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
ISBN 978-1-118-45834-1
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Available Format(s):
These courses are fully online, and there are no in-person classroom meetings.
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2020 12:00:00 AM)
-
Instructor:
Perla Hernandez Lastra
372536
Fee:
$999.00
Notes
Internet access required.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 13, 2020
Course Requirements
Book:
Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods
by Edward Allen and Joseph Iano
©2014
John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
ISBN 978-1-118-13891-5
(Optional)
Book:
Building Construction Illustrated
by Francis D.K. Ching
©2014
John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
ISBN 978-1-118-45834-1
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
These courses meet in person and make use of an online presence to varying degrees.
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2020 12:00:00 AM)
-
Wednesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Location:
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
373733
Fee:
$999.00
Notes
Visitors not permitted.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 15, 2020
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Wed Apr 1, 2020
6:00PM - 9:00PM
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 107A
Discussion
Wed Apr 8, 2020
6:00PM - 9:00PM
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 107A
Discussion
Wed Apr 15, 2020
6:00PM - 9:00PM
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 107A
Discussion
Wed Apr 22, 2020
6:00PM - 9:00PM
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 107A
Discussion
Wed Apr 29, 2020
6:00PM - 9:00PM
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 107A
Discussion
Wed May 6, 2020
6:00PM - 9:00PM
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 107A
Discussion
Wed May 13, 2020
6:00PM - 9:00PM
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 107A
Discussion
Wed May 20, 2020
6:00PM - 9:00PM
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 107A
Discussion
Wed May 27, 2020
6:00PM - 9:00PM
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 107A
Discussion
Wed Jun 3, 2020
6:00PM - 9:00PM
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 107A
Discussion
Wed Jun 10, 2020
6:00PM - 9:00PM
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in WestwoodUCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 107A
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