Aug 06, 2026  
2026-2027 DCTC Catalog 
  
2026-2027 DCTC Catalog

CMSV 1000 - Introduction to Construction Management



2 Credits
Provides an overview of the construction industry which introduces the student to the duties and responsibilities of the professional construction manager. Lectures, field trips, and speakers will expose students to the fundamentals of constructiontechniques and methods employed by professionals in the industry with an emphasis on career opportunities.

Major Content Areas
Academic and professional growth in the construction industry

The role of the construction manager

Construction industry and stakeholders

Building methods and materials

Career Opportunities in the construction industry

Learning Outcomes
Describe the construction industry’s impact on the U.S. and global economies and society

Apply job search skills in the construction industry

Identify different careers in the construction industry

Explain the role of the construction manager

Describe the construction process and industry