Civil & Environmental Engineering Courses

This course provides hands-on experience to build realistic general construction costs using RSMeans®. Topics include the preparation of quantity surveys (take-offs) and the development of material, labor, and equipment costs, including pricing of contractor and subcontractor work from actual working drawings and specifications.

Study construction materials, equipment, methods, and regulatory influences including technology of basic building materials, interior and exterior finishes, plumbing and electrical and mechanical systems.  

This course presents the software programs used to manage and control construction projects, specifically MS Project.

This course is an introduction and review of construction safety management principles and practices.    

An in-depth study of the current systems and techniques applied in construction planning, scheduling, control, and delay impact analysis.  

Examine all facets of the project management tools on a jobsite and the expected roles of the site management team. NOTE: The enrollment deadline for this course is 11:59 pm PT on Sunday before the quarter begins.

This course covers the fundamentals of electrical design and its integration with the construction of commercial buildings in compliance with the California Electrical Code (CEC) and other regulations.    

Learn the basic principles and responsibilities of the construction management team and general contractor for commercial, civil and residential construction projects.    

This introductory course in Building Information Modeling (BIM) focuses on Autodesk's Revit Architecture as a platform for learning key principles in the design and documentation of building elements.  

Learn both versions of the LEED Rating System, currently the centerpiece of the most innovative, effective aspects of green design.

Learn the common construction law errors, basic contract, and real estate principles in the construction context, contractor licensing, and bidding.

An introduction to structural analysis with a focus on the classification of structural elements and analysis of statically determinate trusses, beams, and frames.   

Master the art of interpreting construction drawings, equipping you with essential skills for understanding architectural and engineering plans.  

This course helps individuals or organizations augment their home and/or business power requirements with solar energy.