BCNEMS
BCN 1001 Introduction to Building Construction
Credits: 1.
Familiarizes pre-construction students with the nature and functioning of the construction industry and the building construction curriculum. Emphasizes the specific safety regulations pertaining to the construction industry. (S-U)
Credits: 3.
Sources, properties and uses of construction materials.
Credits: 3.
Provides basic working knowledge of architectural graphics, practice in instrumental drawing and experience in free hand sketching.
BCN 1582 International Sustainable Development
Credits: 3.
An overview of international trends in reducing the environmental impacts of land development and construction. Surveys best practices in a dozen countries around the world. (N and S)
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Credits: 2; Prereq: PHY 2004 and PHY 2004L.
Introduces the evaluation of structural behavior as it relates to building. Primarily for building construction majors. The combination of BCN 2400 and 2401 is equivalent to BCN 2405.
BCN 2401C Construction Mechanics Strength of Materials
Credits: 2; Prereq: BCN 2400C.
Structural behavior of load-resisting members in buildings. Properties of structural materials. Primarily for building construction majors. The combination of BCN 2400 and 2401 is equivalent to BCN 2405.
Credits: 4; Prereq: PHY 2004 and PHY 2004L.
Introduces the evaluation of structural behavior as it relates to buildings, the properties of structural materials and the structural behavior of load-resisting members. Primarily for building construction majors.
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Credits: 3.
Traces Western building technology from prehistoric man to the present. Development of the art and science of building. (H and N)
BCN 3027C Introduction to Construction Management
Credits: 3; Prereq: junior standing or instructor permission.
Examines the role of various players involved in the construction and the administration of a construction project. Importance of ethical conduct in all aspects of construction business and operations. Development of advanced writing and presentation skills for construction professionals.
Credits: 3. Prereq: BCN 1210, BCN 2405C and BCN 3224.
Studies the construction process to include soils, demolition, earth-moving equipment, foundations, concrete mix design and concrete placement techniques. Includes field visits and soils and concrete laboratories.
Credits: 3; Prereq: BCN 1210 and BCN 1252C.
Studies the vertical construction process to include wooden platform frame construction, cast-in-place and pre-cast concrete construction and steel erection. Included are masonry construction, interior and exterior finishes, vertical transportation systems, roofing and other building components.
BCN 3240C Equipment and Methods for Heavy/Highway Construction
Credits: 3; Prereq: junior or senior standing.
Theory and practice of equipment utilization and construction methods. Analysis of costs through production rates. Optimizing crew and equipment. Labor and heavy equipment production. Earthwork (sitework) execution methods and inspection.
BCN 3255C Graphic Communication in Construction
Credits: 3; Prereq: BCN 1252C.
Studies construction communication tools, including the use of computer-aided drafting (applications of 4-D modeling in construction), blueprint reading, free hand sketching, model building, piece-based simulations and the Internet.
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Credits: 2.
Construction aspects of surveying with field and classroom exercises in the use of transit, level, chain and related equipment.
Credits: 3.
Examines the material properties, code requirements, analysis and construction procedures for steel and reinforced concrete structures.
Credits: 2.
Principles and practices of electrical systems, including code provisions and cost estimations.
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Credits: 3; Prereq: BCN 3027C, BCN 3224C and BCN 3255C.
Classification of work, quantity survey techniques and basic estimating principles applied to simple construction projects.
Credits: 3. Prereq: BCN 3027C.
Function of the construction industry, construction contracting practices and construction contracts and delivery methods.
BCN 3730 Construction, Safety, Health and the Environment
Credits: 3.
Construction safety issues, concerns, requirements and procedures. The analysis includes costs, planning, administration, inspection, prevention, loss control and drug-free workplace. Understanding of the major health issues encountered on construction sites. Appreciation for the need to be environmentally responsible.
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Credits: 3; Prereq: senior standing or instructor permission.
Examines the need for affordable housing. Emphasizes factors in the housing delivery processing that contribute to affordability problems and potential methods to facilitate the provision of affordable housing.
BCN 4105 Sustainable Housing: Putting the 3 E's into Residential Practice
Credits: 3; Prereq: junior or senior standing.
Sustainability is more than just building green; it’s the balance and intersection of "the 3 e's": environment, economics, and social equity. Examine approaches to advancing sustainable housing in ways that postindustrial residential planning and building practices have thus far neglected to address.
Credits: 3.
Studies and analyzes building various roof systems including design, materials, installation, inspection and maintenance. Includes damp-proofing and waterproofing techniques.
BCN 4252 Introduction to Building Information Modeling
Credits: 3; Prereq: BCN 3255C.
Learn current Building Information Modeling (BIM) software to identify design errors and improve the construction process.
Credits: 3; Prereq: 3431C and senior standing.
Studies the temporary structures that contractors have to build in order to construct the primary structure. This includes formwork, scaffolding and equipment for hoisting materials, personnel and erecting structures.
Credits: 4; Prereq: senior standing.
Principles and practices of building piping systems, hydraulics and pumps, comfort conditioning systems for building, heating and refrigeration equipment, building code considerations, plan reading and cost estimation.
Credits: 3; Prereq: junior or senior standing.
As energy becomes a more precious commodity, it’s crucial to design and operate high performance buildings. A solid foundation of energy engineering and sustainability principles is essential to achieving these higher performance standards.
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Credits: 3; Prereq: BCN 3611C and senior standing.
Analysis and determination of cost of construction operations including applicable indirect and overhead costs and the preparation of bid proposals for commercial construction projects. A cost-control system is introduced and implemented with sample field-generated problems.
Credits: 3; Prereq: BCN 4612C and senior standing.
Understanding the various forms of project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, and Construction Management) and the underlying principles for choosing the appropriate system. Recognizing the complexity of the preconstruction process including conceptual estimating and scheduling, life cycle costing, constructability reviews, value engineering, risk management and special contract requirements. Understanding management and administration of a construction project.
BCN 4712C Leadership and Management in Construction
Credits: 3; Prereq: senior standing.
Leadership and management principles for construction professionals with a major emphasis on the diverse workforce, ethical issues in construction and the development of negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
BCN 4720 Construction Planning and Control
Credits: 3; Prereq: BCN 3611C and senior standing.
Computer application of cost and manpower estimates as construction scheduling and management techniques.
Credits: 3; Prereq: junior or senior standing.
Theory and practice of design-build contract delivery method. Includes an explanation of the history of design-build, the advantages and disadvantages of design-build as a delivery method and a thorough analysis of the major components of design and construction.
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Credits: 3; Prereq: BCN 4612C, BCN 4720, BCN 4753 and senior standing.
Principles and practices of residential and commercial land development.
Credits: 3; Prereq: senior standing.
Basic principles and applications of construction finance with an emphasis on the acquisition and management of construction loans, mortgages and construction accounting.
BCN 4770 Housing Transactions for Homebuilders
Credits: 4; Prereq: senior standing or instructor permission.
Introduces ownership rights in real property and limitations on those rights, the transfer of rights and the process of selling property including contracts and closing, mortgages, markets and valuation of property. Course emphasis providing the homebuilder with a working knowledge of the sale and leasing of property.
Credits: 3; Prereq: BCN 4612C, BCN 4720, BCN 4753 and senior standing.
A construction project is simulated with each student being responsible for designing, developing, estimating, scheduling, contracting and administering the work for the completion of a small commercial, residential or light industrial project.
BCN 4880 Management of Heavy/Highway Construction
Credits: 3; Prereq: junior or senior standing.
Theory and practice of construction planning, methods and project management. Project control from conception through the construction phase: procurement of design professional, prime contractor, subcontractor, construction manager, project/program manager. Also includes definition of and delineation between each entity, construction contract types, delivery systems, heavy/highway plans reading, quality assurance/quality control, nuances of planning and bidding a unit price project, and project administration.
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BCN 4905 Special Studies in Construction
Credits: 1 to 4; can be repeated with a change in content up to 4 credits.
Special areas of study in construction adjusted to the needs of individual students. Enrollment upon recommendation of director only.
BCN 4949 Construction Management Internship
Credits: 3.
Minimum two-term employment in construction management. Requires advance approval. Internship work reports and oral presentation also required. (S-U)
BCN 4956 International Studies in Construction
Credits: 1 to 4; can be repeated with a change in content up to 6 credits. Admission to an approved UF study abroad program and permission of the school director.
Provides a mechanism by which coursework taken as part of an approved study abroad program can be recorded on the UF transcript and counted toward graduation. The course focus is on the construction industry in the host country. Course content varies and may address various construction issues including local construction techniques, construction materials and the influence on construction of the local culture, traditions, architecture, history and political climate.
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Credits: 3. Prereq: junior or senior standing.
Focuses on the practice and principles of emergency medical services systems management, including effective daily operations within an EMS organization. Topics include purpose of analysis; analysis in parallel professions; problem identification; foundational analysis; data collection; financial analysis; cost-benefit analysis; policy and impact analysis; and project development.
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