Assignments: Selected homework problems will be assigned each week and collected.  Each student will be required to submit two reports on construction field visits.   

Basis of Grading: Homework = 20%, Reports = 20%, Midterm Exam = 25%, Final = 25%, Class Attendance & Participation = 10%

The final grade will be based upon the following percentages:

             Field Trip Reports

Each student will submit two (2) reports on self-conducted field trips.

Outline for Field Trip Reports:

1.                  Introduction: Identify the project, its location and the type of construction.  Give the dates of your visitation.  Identify the Owner, Contractor, and Architect-Engineer.

2.                  Field Investigation: Describe the project in detail based on your field visitation.  Report on the present stage of construction.  Report on the labor, equipment, and materials on the job.  Report on production rates.  Report any discussions with personnel (see note below).

3.                  Engineering Evaluation: Present your own evaluation of the equipment, materials, and procedures being used on the project based on your knowledge from CE 210.  Suggest alternatives that might improve job progress and efficiency.  Discuss any environmental and safety aspects of the project.

4.                  Appendix: (If any) Present applicable codes, manufacturer’s literature, news articles, web links, etc.

5.                  Figures and Photographs: These or sketches are strongly recommended.  Refer to all figures and photos in the body of the report.   

Note:    Make certain that you do not disrupt the ongoing construction activities during your visit.  Always check first with the person-in-charge, usually the project superintendent, upon your arrival.  Be courteous and remember, construction managers are busy people.

Report Format and Grading: The report should be word processed on 8.5 x 11 in. bond paper.  Correct grammar and spelling are required.  Grading will be based on (1) Technical content, (2) Communication effectiveness including organization, grammar, spelling, clarity, and neatness.  Suggested length of the text portion of the report (Sections 1 in, 2, and 3 above) is 4 pages.

There will be no makeup exams and students are expected to strictly adhere to the NJIT Honor Code.

Please view the following link for detailed course objectives: http://web.njit.edu/~milano/ugcourses/outlines/ce210.htm

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

                            CE 210 – Construction Materials and ProceduresDescription:   

A study is made of current practices in construction including; contracting project management essentials, organization, contracts, scheduling, ethics; heavy and building construction, soil and rock excavation, foundations, framing; construction materials, concrete, steel, wood. Field trips to construction sites give the student the opportunity to observe many of the practices.

 Prerequisites: CIS 101 - Computer Programming

                        HSS 101 - Writing, Speaking, Thinking   

 Textbook(s)/Materials Required:     

Nunnally, S.W., Construction Methods and Management, Regents, Prentice Hall, 7th Edition

 Course Objectives:   

1.       Develop an understanding of terms used to describe construction materials, methods, and procedures used in heavy and building construction, and  construction management and organization.

2.    Learn the process of job site planning, engineering economics and construction productivity estimating.

3.       Introduce construction contracts in the context of the United States legal system, and engineering ethics.

4.       Observe and report on construction project site visits.

Topics:

            Introduction to Construction

            Contracts and Construction Scheduling

            Professional Ethics and Construction Safety

            Construction Economics and Equipment Costs

            Construction Equipment

Soil and Rock Excavation

            Foundations

            Building Construction

            Concrete, steel, wood

Schedule:        Lecture/Recitation- 1-1/2 hour class, twice per week      

                        Laboratory- none

Professional Component:       Engineering Topics                   

 Program Objectives Addressed:       1, 2, 3  

 Prepared By:  Prof. Konon                                                      Date:   11/06   

CEE Mission, Program Educational Objectives and Student Outcomes

The mission of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is:

 ·        to educate a diverse student body to be employed in the engineering profession

·        to encourage research and scholarship among our faculty and students

·        to promote service to the engineering profession and society 

 Our program educational objectives are reflected in the achievements of our recent alumni.  

1 – Engineering Practice: Recent alumni will successfully engage in the practice of civil engineering within industry, government, and private practice, working toward sustainable solutions in a wide array of technical specialties including construction, environmental, geotechnical, structural, transportation, and water resources.  

2 – Professional Growth: Recent alumni will advance their skills through professional growth and development activities such as graduate study in engineering, professional registration, and continuing education; some graduates will transition into other professional fields such as business and law through further education.  

3 – Service: Recent alumni will perform service to society and the engineering profession through membership and participation in professional societies, government, educational institutions, civic organizations, and humanitarian endeavors.  

Our student outcomes are what students are expected to know and be able to do by the time of their graduation:
 
(a) an ability to apply knowledge of math, science, and engineering
(b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
(c) an ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
(d) an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
(e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
(f) an understanding of ethical and professional responsibility
(g) an ability to communicate effectively
(h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
(i) a recognition of need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
(j) a knowledge of contemporary issues
(k) an ability to use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
 

Rev. 8/28/13

Course Objectives Matrix – CE 210 Construction Materials and Procedures