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The Construction Project Management Diploma program equips students with project management skills for the construction industry. Students will study technical design and drafting, building code, construction estimating, health and safety regulations, construction cost analysis, and project quality control procedures. Task and time scheduling strategies for the development, monitoring, and control of construction projects will be examined. There are several courses based on Project Management Institute® principles, providing students with a strong theoretical and practical foundation for professional project management.

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The Construction Project Management Diploma provides students with practical construction knowledge and project management skills in the construction industry. The courses in this program will cover technical drawing graphics, building code, construction estimating, analysis of construction costs, and project quality control time. Aspects of task and time scheduling for developing, monitoring, and controlling construction projects will be explored. The program also includes several courses based around Project Management Institute® (PMI®) principles, providing students with a strong theoretical and practical foundation for professional project management.

Upon successful completion of the program, students are primarily suitable for employment with contractors or at local construction firms, engineering firms, and governmental agencies. Employment opportunities and further studies may be pursued in the fields of engineering, building science, architecture, and computer-aided design.

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this program, student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  • Use AutoCAD effectively to create working drawings
  • Use AutoCAD as a tool to work on architectural and engineering drawings
  • Apply building code and city bylaw standards
  • Apply construction health and safety regulations
  • Perform construction quantity and cost estimating
  • Apply building structural design knowledge in construction
  • Read construction contracts and legal documents
  • Analyze and control construction projects
  • Create construction schedules
  • Control the construction cost of labor, materials, and equipment
  • Maintain and audit construction project qualities
  • Apply leadership and teamwork skills
  • Manage and organize projects
  • Apply project management skills in construction
  • Analyze and identify project risks
  • Identify environmental issues in construction projects
  • Apply the knowledge and skills to the practicum placement to gain practical employment experience (*Practicum only)
AUT010 | Computer and Mathematic Fundamentals

This course provides students with the fundamentals of computer operation, file management, and basic mathematics. Major topics include keyboarding skills, Microsoft Word document formatting, Excel spreadsheet creation, linear algebra, quadratic equations, trigonometry, and geometry.

Duration: 20 hours, 1 week.
Prerequisite: none.

AUT100 | AutoCAD Fundamentals

This course provides student with the fundamental skills of computer aided design and drafting using AutoCAD. Students learn the most up-to-date AutoCAD techniques that are being used in engineering and building-design professions. Utilizing high-end computer tools, students learn how to create drawings in 2-dimensional environments and basic 3-dimensional models.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

AUT140 | Technical Communications

Technical communication skills are required in service, business, and technical working environments. This course focuses on verbal, writing, and presentation skills within the scope of architecture and engineering. Students will learn how to produce technical report documents and present their project drawings effectively.

Duration: 20 hours, 1 week.
Prerequisite: none.

AUT150 | AutoCAD Advanced

This course provides students with instruction in advanced level AutoCAD commands and drawing management techniques. Students will learn project-orientated drafting and design skills, with an emphasis being placed on scaled 2-Dimensional project drawing in model and paper space layout settings. Students will also learn how to use advanced 3-Dimensional tools to create surface models and composite solid models.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: AUT100.

CCT100 | Building Code

This course provides students with the knowledge to use the British Columbia Building Code as well as city zoning bylaws. Major topics include building zoning, residential wood framed building construction standards, design specifications, fire protection, basic structural standards, span table applications and other professional practices which may affect the design and construction of a building. Students will also use AutoCAD to create site plan, floor plans, sections and elevations.

Duration: 40 hours, 2 weeks.
Prerequisite: AUT100.

CCT140 | Constructions Estimating 1

This course provides students with the knowledge necessary to estimate and control construction material quantities and cost for building structures and basic civil engineering infrastructures. Topics include residential, commercial and civil infrastructure estimating methods, quantity takeoff techniques, and cost calculation procedures of construction components. An overview of the contract terms and relationships between the contractual parties will also be discussed in this course.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: AUT100, AUT150, CCT100.

COS300 | Design Principles and Construction Methods

This course provides students with an overview of structural engineering and the various types of building construction techniques. Major topics include structural load types, design standards, structural components, statics, construction materials, and construction methods. Various types of structural systems made by wood, steel and concrete material will also be discussed.

Duration: 40 hours, 2 weeks.
Prerequisite: AUT100, AUT150, CCT100.

CMP100 | Construction Project Control and Scheduling

This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to plan a construction project, recognize cost controls, schedule the use of project resources, and understand the organization of the construction processes. Students will also learn to maintain construction change orders, record project data, and perform cost control functions. Various project task scheduling methods will be used throughout the course, and students will be taught to use Microsoft Project software to develop and manage a construction project.

Duration: 40 hours, 2 weeks.
Prerequisite:AUT100

CMP300 | Construction Law and Contracts

This course provides students with a general overview of Canadian contract and construction law. Major topics include the interpretation of contract terms, specifications and the application of construction law to the business of construction. The course content also relates these legal concepts to practical issues in the construction process.

Duration: 40 hours, 2 week.
Prerequisite:None.

BAF400 | Project Management Fundamentals

This course provides students with a strong foundational knowledge in project management, including project management practices, functions, phases, terminology, and common issues. Students will develop a functional understanding of the processes involved in starting, controlling, managing, and completing a project successfully. Students will also gain practical experience using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project software for project management. Students are required to undertake and earn a passing mark for their major project in this course.

Duration: 60 hours, 3 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

CMP200 | Project Management in Construction

This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage projects in the construction industry. Major topics include planning, executing, monitoring, and analyzing project activities, costs, and resource-management techniques. These skills are commonly used in developing, monitoring and controlling construction projects. In addition, students will prepare a portfolio with AutoCAD project drawing graphics.

Duration: 40 hours, 2 week.
Prerequisite: AUT100, AUT150.

COS100 | Construction Management and Site Processes

This course prepares students to perform the processes and procedures of a construction manager and site management professional. Major topics include project management and the project team; the use of construction documents on jobsite; submittals, samples and shop drawings; documentation and record keeping; jobsite layout and control; meetings, negotiations, and disputes; labor relations and safety management; subcontracting and the purchasing contract structure; project quality management; time and cost control; computerized project administration; scheduling; changes and claims; progress payments, and project closeout.

Duration: 80hours, 4 weeks.
Prerequisite: AUT100.

BAF440 | Project Management Teamwork & Leadership

This course focuses on team dynamics, leadership, and building the skills required to achieve goals while working in a diverse group. Students will complete a team project and in the process practice successful communication strategies, goal definition, schedule coordination, peer feedback, and conflict management. Additional course topics include learning styles, diversity, appreciating differences, and ethical behavior in teams.

Duration: 40 hours, 2 weeks.
Prerequisite: none.

AUT650 | Portfolio Development

This course helps students to prepare a working portfolio, which will assist them in presenting themselves during interviews or seminars. Students will produce a portfolio in the areas of engineering and architectural 2D drawings and 3D models. Students also will learn interview skills and how to prepare their resume and cover letter.

Duration: 20 hours, 1 week.
Prerequisite: AUT100, AUT150, CCT100.

WEP150 | Practicum

During their practicum, students will have the opportunity to apply the theory and skills they learned during their program to practical situations at a real business. The purpose of the practicum is for students to obtain relevant field experience prior to graduation, and identify their strengths and areas of growth prior to embarking on a new, exciting career.

Duration: 150 hours, 4 weeks.

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or mature student status
  • Domestic: Grade 10 English or pass College English assessment
  • International student: language proficiency proof of IELTS 6.0, or CAEL 50, or CLB Level 6, or TOEFL 71, or pass College English assessment.

*Under no circumstances can these Admission Requirements be waived by the student or the institution.

Computer Requirements

Please check the basic computer requirement here. You could find additional technology and installation guide information for this program here.

Entry-level Jobs

  • Construction Technician
  • Site Coordinator
  • Architectural Drafter
  • Construction Estimating Assistant
  • Project Coordinator
  • Site Supervisor

Mid/Senior-Level Jobs

  • Construction Technologist
  • Site Superintendent
  • Architectural Designer
  • Project Estimator
  • Project Manager
  • Site Manager

Potential Earnings

Compare potential earnings in the construction industry.

Data provided by WorkBC. Numbers in brackets and occupation sectors reference the National Occupational Classification (NOC) code.

Testimonials

Lourence Cayetano 

"Before coming to Brighton, I finished a drafting course in my country. I did not work as a drafter, and instead, I moved here to Canada to continue to learn. I decided to come to Brighton College because the students learn quickly and there are great facilities. It was a great experience with great instructors. I like the facilities, equipment/computer we used. The instructors were very good at teaching us."

Lourence Cayetano

CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN 

Ram Sharma 

"I decided to go to Brighton College to start in a new field and make a better career choice for myself. The program was very helpful and educational; the instructors were very knowledgeable. Small class structures and projects based on real-life situations made this experience the best."

Ram Sharma

CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN 

Roque Milanio 

"I decided to come to Brighton College for the chance and a change. I have met someone who studied here who told me that it would be a good chance. The instructors are helpful. They give time to finish projects, especially for working students. The environment was the best. No pressure—instructors are considerate. The education was above my expectations." 

Roque Milanio  

CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE

Dominique Tagalog 

"I decided to go to Brighton College for the AutoCAD programs. The experience was all that I expected it to be. I liked the interaction with instructors and students. It was great for learning."

Dominique Tagalog

CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN AND DRAFTING CERTIFICATE 

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