BCOM 210 - Codes and Specifications

PREREQUISITES: Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in ENGL 093 - Introduction to College Writing and ENGL 083 - Reading Strategies for College, or ENGL 095 - Integrated Reading and Writing; or ENGL 075 - Co-Requisite Integrated Reading & Writing.
PROGRAM: Building Construction Management
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2015

A study of the interpretation of technical building specifications, codes, and contract documents as they affect the selection, and application of materials and equipment. The course will emphasize understanding of local and state codes and will incorporate a mandatory ICC certification examination.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

Describe how building codes affect the selection of material types and construction methods.
Describe how Code tests are formulated.
Demonstrate the ability to find information in the code to answer a question.
Describe how to read code language.
Describe procedures for writing open and closed, performance, material, and workmanship specifications.
Describe the change order process and demonstrate understanding of how change orders affect project schedule and final cost.
Demonstrate an understanding of the various contractual relationships that exist between the parties in a construction project.
Contrast and compare various types of contracts used in the construction industry (i.e. lump sum, unit price, stipulated sum, etc.).
Recognize basic varieties of claims and disputes that arise and understand the legal principles that can be used to avoid, mitigate, or resolve issues.
Attain readiness to take ICC Certification exam.

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -

Building codes
Material types
Construction methods
Workmanship specifications

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BCOM 210 - Codes and Specifications