Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management Program
The Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management degree prepares construction engineers and managers, civil engineers, architects and other professionals in the built environment to lead efforts in planning, constructing, and managing society’s buildings, green infrastructure, and utility projects in addition to endeavors yet-to-be- envisioned such as implementing construction of facilities for alternative energy distribution and global megaprojects. Courses will develop technical, managerial and leadership expertise through advanced areas of study and initiatives including experiential learning and engagement with industry. Both full and part-time graduate students can take advantage of the flexible curriculum designed to fit into the busy schedule as some classes are offered online.
Program Objectives
For students with an undergraduate degree in construction engineering and management, civil engineering, architecture, or other professionals, the program educates students for careers in Construction Engineering and Management requiring advanced and specialized knowledge and ability.
Program Outcomes
Core Knowledge: Integrated Construction Engineering and Management: Students will demonstrate advanced knowledge in planning and executing a built environment project. Specifically, students will be able to:
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exhibit consistent use of integrative thinking.
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demonstrate project management utilizing advanced cost, time, quality and safety controls.
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demonstrate basic concepts in Construction Engineering and Management, business, public policy, and leadership.
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analyze potential project risks.
Research Methods and Analysis: Students will demonstrate quantitative and qualitative skills used in conducting research in the construction engineering and management field. Specifically, students will:
Scholarly Communication: Students will produce high quality written and oral communications.
Professionalism: Students will know and participate in the intellectual and organizational aspects of the profession as applicable to the built environment industry, including ethical conduct.
Degree Requirements
The program is a 30-credit degree program. Students are required to complete:
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3 core courses (9 credits)
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3 approved technical elective courses (9 credits)
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Thesis track (12 credits):
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Non-thesis track (12 credits):
The elective courses must be chosen from among the Construction Management and Civil Engineering graduate courses in the catalog. Other graduate courses in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering or other Stevens graduate programs may be taken with permission from faculty advisor.
Core
| CM 512 | Problems in Heavy Construction | 3 |
| CM 592 | Advanced Project Controls in the Built Environment | 3 |
| CM 605 | Construction Safety Management | 3 |
Technical Electives
Choose three from the following list:
| CM 541 | Project Management for Construction | 3 |
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| CE 541 | Project Management for Construction | 3 |
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| CM 531 | Construction Materials | 3 |
| CM 581 | Temporary Structures in Heavy Construction | 3 |
| CM 529 | Construction Project Scheduling | 3 |
| CE 649 | Earth Supporting Structures | 3 |