GEORGE BROWN FULL-TIME PROGRAMS GUIDE 2011-2012

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Student success in college requires well developed learning skills and attitudes (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. Applicants should have thoroughly developed these skills and attitudes before beginning their college programs.

List of courses

OUR PROGRAM

The construction industry is Canada’s largest employer and the demand for professional construction managers continues to grow. This three-year program, which is unique in the Greater Toronto Area, will provide you with the technical, business and interpersonal skills required to effectively manage construction projects of varying size and complexity, emphasizing sustainable design principles.

You will gain an in-depth knowledge of construction industry management practices, including contracts and specifications, bidding and estimating, quantity surveying, construction law and managing schedules and cash flow. Throughout the program, you will also gain extensive computer experience working with general business software, as well as specialized project management, bidding and estimating software that is used by the industry.

This program shares the first four semesters with the Construction Engineering Technician program (page 116). Semesters 5 and 6 prepare you for a wider range of career options in the construction sector. As a graduate of this three-year program, the management and technical courses will lead you to positions with higher levels of responsibilities and accountabilities in such areas as construction planning, project management, budget and bid preparation, sustainable building science and engineering studies.

*If you enrol in the program in January, you are required to complete semester 2 in the summer (May to August) of the same year in order to continue into semester 3.

This program is unique in the Greater Toronto Area.

“My program at George Brown College has allowed me to become a well-trained contributor to the construction industry. Not only did I gain strong technical skills and develop my critical thinking skills with all of the team work, I had great exposure to the industry while working
at Eastern Construction during a co-op placement. I feel confident that I am a strong asset to my employer and look forward to a rewarding career.”

Aristi Lambakis (2008 diploma student, Construction Engineering Technology)

“While researching a career in construction management, I received many recommendations for George Brown College.

“Some of the most valuable experiences I’ve had at George Brown are not from textbooks but rather from the advice of the instructors on how to conduct myself in the real world, manage my time and organize myself to complete tasks efficiently.”

Jake Zadro (2006 graduate)

YOUR FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS

Graduates with a GPA of 3.0 or better may be eligible for advanced standing in George Brown College’s Construction Science and Management degree program. Students must undertake additional bridge courses prior to the final year of the degree.

For more information, see transferguide.georgebrown.ca.

PART-TIME STUDY OPTIONS

Part-time study options are not available for this program; however, our Continuing Education office offers evening courses and part-time certificate programs in Building/Construction Technologies. See coned.georgebrown.ca.

YOUR CAREER

Graduate construction project managers enter the industry as management assistants leading to senior-level positions as project managers, professional quantity surveyors, estimators, construction superintendents, home builders, general contractors, subcontractors and building/home inspectors. Graduates may choose to start their own businesses.

COURSES

Printable version Curriculum Planner Start Date (2011-2012) (This PDF file* opens a new window)

For course outlines visit: George Brown College Course Outlines

For more information,
call George Brown School of Construction Management & Trades
at: 416-415-5000 ext. 4398
e-mail:

For updated information and course descriptions, call 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.

George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completions of, a George Brown College program.

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Revised: September 22, 2011