UNIVERSITY CATALOG: 2025-2026

Ahmad, Rais

(2012) Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 1995, M.S. 1999, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology; Ph.D. 2005, University of Arizona.

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Alroomi, Anwar S.

(2014) Department Chair of Civil Engineering and Construction Management; Associate Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.A. 2003, M.A. 2006, Kuwait University; Ph.D. 2013, Oklahoma State University.

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AM 316. Engineering Dynamics (3)

Prerequisites: CE 240; MATH 280 or ME 280 or ECE 280. Vector calculus and kinematics, force, equations of motion, energy and momentum principles applied to the dynamic behavior of rigid and deformable solids. Design considerations. (Design units: 0.5)

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AM 317. Mechanics Lab (1)

Prerequisite: CE 340. Corequisite: AM 316. Experimental analysis of the responses of various configurations of deformable solids to static and dynamic forces. Design of mechanics experiments. One 3-hour lab per week. (Design units: 0.5.)

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AM 410. Vibration Analysis (3)

Prerequisites: AM 316; CE 340. Study of the vibratory motion of linear single degree of freedom systems. Equation of motion, free vibration response and transient and steady state excitation. Introduction to multi-degree-of-freedom systems. Available for graduate credit. (Design units: 0.)

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AM 509. Methods of Applied Mechanics (3)

Prerequisites: AM 316; MATH 280. Survey of methods used in Applied Mechanics. Emphasis on the formulation and solution of problems by the application of appropriate mathematical tools. Application of differential equations, matrix techniques, Fourier series, Laplace Transforms and energy methods to vibration, stability, elasticity and structures problems. (Design units: 0.)

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Amarkhil, Qais

(2022) Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 2009, Kabul Polytechnic University; M.S. 2019, Ph.D. 2022, Purdue University.

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Aramali, Vartenie

(2022) Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 2011, Notre Dame University-Louaize; M.S. 2017, American University of Beirut; Ph.D. 2022, Arizona State University.

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Boyajian, David M.

(2015) Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 1993, M.S. 1996, California State University, Los Angeles; Ph.D. 2002, West Virginia University.

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CE 101/L. Introduction to Civil Engineering and Lab (1/1)

Freshman orientation course for the Civil Engineering program, the profession and an introduction to the University. Introduction to the tools for civil engineering studies: Internet, word processing and spreadsheets. Development of communication skills and the ability to work in teams. Development of learning skills in civil engineering studies. 1 hour lecture/discussion, 3 hours lab per …

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CE 240/L. Engineering Statics and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisites: PHYS 220A and PHYS 220AL. Corequisites: MATH 150B, CE 240L. Analysis of the distribution of forces on and within bodies in static equilibrium. Free body diagrams, equilibrium equations and the method of sections. Includes a limited introduction to the subject of strength of materials. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab per week.

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CE 280/L. Computer Applications in Civil Engineering and Lab (1/1)

Prerequisite: CE 240. Development of computer skills related to the field of civil engineering. Introduction of Windows, email and Internet usage. Introduction to Office suite, word processing, spreadsheets with VBA applications, presentation and publishing software. Development of programming skills. Application of CAD to the development of structural and architectural drawings, dimensioning, grading plans, contour lines …

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CE 308/L. Surveying and Lab (2/1)

Corequisite: CE 308L. Fundamentals of plane and geodetic surveying. Concepts of linear and angular measurements, precision, errors and corrections. Field problems in chaining, differential and profile leveling, triangulation and highway curves. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab. (Design units: 0.)

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CE 315/L. Construction Engineering and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisites: CE 280/L. Corequisites: CE 308/L and CE 315L. The objective of this course is to introduce undergraduate students to planning, scheduling, estimating, and project-control techniques for construction projects.

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CE 335/L. Structures I and Computational Lab (3/1)

Prerequisite: CE 340. Corequisite: CE 335L. Determination of the force distribution and deflections in statically determinant and indeterminant structures using the classical, non-matrix methods of structural analysis. 3 hours of lecture per week. Lab: Structural analysis problem solving session. Computer applications of structural analysis and design. 3 hours of lab per week. (Design units: 0.)

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CE 340/L. Strength of Materials and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisites: CE 240/L; MATH 280 or ME 280 or ECE 280. Corequisite: CE 340L. Analysis of the stresses and deflections in members and basic structural systems. Axial, torsional, bending and shear stresses and deflections. Introduction to structural stability. Design of structural components. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab per week.

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CE 360. Environmental Systems Engineering Principles (3)

Prerequisites: CHEM 101, ME 390. Environmental Systems Engineering is an introductory course that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices inherent in environmental engineering, with applications in civil engineering infrastructure. This interdisciplinary course integrates knowledge from biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering to address environmental issues. Topics covered include water and wastewater treatment, …

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CE 408/L. Surveying with GPS Applications and Lab (1/1)

Prerequisites: CE 308/L. Corequisite: CE 408L. Surveying with Global Positioning Systems (GPS): point positioning, differential positioning, differencing techniques, survey planning, real-time kinematic (RTK) surveys, vertical positioning, random errors and survey specifications, horizontal curves, vertical curves, horizontal control and vertical control. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab per week. (Design units: 0.)

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CE 426/L. Soil Mechanics and Lab (3/1)

Prerequisite: CE 340. Corequisite: CE 426L. Soil as a foundation for structures and as a material of construction. Lab experiments to be performed to obtain data to determine soil physical properties. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab per week. (Design units: 1.)

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CE 438. Reinforced Concrete Design (3)

Prerequisites: CE 335/L; MSE 224 and MSE 224L, or MSE 227 and MSE 227L. Basic concepts in the design of reinforced concrete structures. Applications to beams, columns, slabs, shear walls, footing and composite construction.

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CE 439. Structural Steel Design (3)

Prerequisites: CE 335/L; MSE 224 and MSE 224L, or MSE 227 and MSE 227L). Basic concepts in the design of steel structures. Design in steel of tension and compression members, beams, columns, welded and bolted connections; eccentrically loaded and moment resistant joints; plate girders. Introduction to computer aided design (CAD).

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CE 441/L. Highway Design and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisites: CM 326/L and CM 334/L, or CE 308/L and CE 315/L. Corequisites: CE 426/L and CE 441L. The course covers basic highway design and traffic circulation principles. Study of design elements of alignment, profile, cross-section and controlled-access highways. Investigation of functional highway classification, traffic volume, signs and measurements, intelligent transportation systems, and Caltrans standard drawings and …

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CE 460/L. Engineering Hydrology and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisite: ME 390. Corequisite: CE 460L. Surface Hydrology for the design of drainage, flood control, water storage and distribution systems. Topics include hydrologic cycle, meteorology, surface and ground water movement, interrelation between precipitation and runoff, hydrograph analysis, flood routing and risk assessment. Hydrologic model development and analysis using computers emphasized for design of storm drainage …

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CE 461. Groundwater Hydrology (3)

Prerequisite: CE 360. Introduction to the principles and practices of groundwater hydrology. The course covers the fundamentals of subsurface flow and transport, emphasizing the role of groundwater in the hydrologic cycle, the relation of groundwater flow to geologic structure, and the management of contaminated groundwater. Study of the fate of contaminants in the subsurface environment. The …

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CE 487. Water Pollution Control (3)

Prerequisite: CE 360. Water Pollution Control focuses on designing and implementing engineering systems to treat and control water pollution. The course covers a comprehensive range of topics including the treatment of industrial wastewater, municipal water, and wastewater treatment processes. Students will explore advanced techniques in physical, chemical, and biological treatment methods, and their application in removing …

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CE 488A/L. Civil Engineering Senior Design I and Lab (1/1)

Prerequisites: CE 335/L; Senior class standing with senior program on file. Corequisites: CE 488AL; Either CE 438 or CE 439. First semester of a two-semester sequence capstone design experience simulating professional practice in civil engineering. (CE 488A and CE 488B must be completed within the same academic year.) Undertakes the preliminary design of a complex …

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CE 488B. Civil Engineering Senior Design II (2)

Prerequisites: CE 488A/L. Corequisites: Second major civil design course, either CE 438, CE 439 or CE 526. Continuation of CE 488A. (CE 488A and CE 488B must be completed within the same academic year.) Final design stage of the project initiated in CE 488A is undertaken, with emphasis on working in project teams. 6 hours …

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CE 499A-C. Independent Study (1-3)

Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing in Civil Engineering with senior or graduate program on file; Written approvals of faculty sponsor and department chair. Admission based on evidence of ability to pursue Independent Study in-depth and approval of a proposal submitted prior to registration in the course. Available for graduate credit. (Design units vary.)

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CE 526. Geotechnical Foundation Design (3)

Prerequisite: CE 426. Soil mechanics aspects of foundation design. Shear strength and compressibility of soil. Lateral pressures and retaining structures. Strength and deformation laws for spread footings, piers, piles and caissons. Analysis of mat foundations. Eccentric and inclined foundation loads. (Design units: 1.0.)

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CE 536/L. Structures II and Lab (3/1)

Prerequisite: CE 335. Corequisite: CE 536L. Study of structural analysis and design problems using matrix methods. Complete development of the flexibility and stiffness methods of analysis. Computer applications to structural analysis and design. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab per week. (Design units: 1.5.)

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CE 537. Timber and Masonry Design (4)

Prerequisite: CE 335. Study of vertical and lateral loading on structures. Elements of timber design. Timber beams, tension members, compression members, tension and bending, and compression and bending members. Design of horizontal diaphragms and shearwalls. Design of connections. Elements of masonry design. Design of masonry in bending, shear and axial members. 4 hours of lecture. …

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CE 636. Structural Dynamics (3)

Prerequisite: AM 610. Vibration of structural systems with emphasis on approximate solutions to continuous systems; assumed modes, Rayleigh-Ritz, Finite Element Applications and nonlinear vibrations. Numerical techniques for computer application. Response spectra for multi-degree-of-freedom systems. Advanced topics.

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CE 638. Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design (3)

Prerequisite: CE 438. Advanced topics in concrete design, including frames and slabs.

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CE 639. Advanced Structural Steel Design (3)

Prerequisite: CE 439. Advanced topics in structural steel design, such as frames, bridges and buildings.

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CE 640. Advanced Analysis Methods (3)

Prerequisite: CE 536. Analytical methods for calculation of stress deflection and stability of structures. Unsymmetrical bending, torsion, plates, treatment of the buckling characteristics of various structural elements. Applications of energy methods. Fundamentals of applied elasticity. Consideration given to modern structural materials. (Design units: 1.)

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CE 641. Earthquake Engineering (3)

Prerequisites: AM 410; CE 335. Study of the earthquake problem. Topics covered include plate tectonics, seismology, dynamic response of structures, dynamics of sites and design for earthquakes.

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CE 642/L. Finite Element Analysis and Lab (3/1)

Prerequisites: AM 410; CE 536. Corequisite: CE 642L. Study of structural mechanics problems by use of finite element method. Formulation of the basic elements, assemblage of elements and application of the method to selected topics in structural mechanics.

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CE 648. Prestressed Concrete Design (3)

Prerequisite: CE 638. Prestressed concrete design and analysis for gravity and lateral loading. Design of reinforced and prestressed structural elements. Safety and economy. Connection design for earthquake and wind loadings. Design projects using professional practice standards, including latest codes. 3 hours of lecture. (Design units: 3.)

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CE 698C. Thesis or Graduate Project (3)

Prerequisites: Advancement to candidacy for the M.S. degree; Written approvals of faculty advisor and department graduate coordinator or department chair.

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CE 699C. Independent Study (3)

Prerequisites: Classified status in the M.S. program; Written approvals from faculty sponsor and department graduate coordinator or department chair. Admission is based in part on evidence of the ability to pursue Independent Study or research in-depth and approval of a proposal submitted prior to the time of registration.

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Civil Engineering

Civil Engineers design the infrastructure of our world, from bridges and freeways to sewer systems and libraries. Their work touches nearly every facet of our society’s everyday lives, including but not limited to structures, water supply, waste management, materials, construction, geotechnical, the environment and transportation. Their work is vital, particularly in Southern California where environmental, …

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Civil Engineering (2021-2022)

This 4-Year Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2021 Civil Engineering, B.S. 2022 Civil Engineering, B.S. Refer to the Catalog Archives for General Education requirements. YEAR 1: 1st Semester Course Units CE 101/L (meets GE E Lifelong Learning) 1/1 CHEM 101 and CHEM 101D and CHEM 101L (meets GE B1 Physical Science & GE …

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Civil Engineering (2023-2024)

This 4-Year Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2023 Civil Engineering, B.S. 2024 Civil Engineering, B.S. Refer to the Catalog Archives for General Education requirements. YEAR 1: 1st Semester Course Units CE 101/L (meets GE E Lifelong Learning) 1/1 CHEM 101 and CHEM 101D and CHEM 101L (meets GE B1 Physical Science & GE …

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Civil Engineering (2023-2024)

This Transfer Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2023 Civil Engineering, B.S. 2024 Civil Engineering, B.S. The Transfer Degree Road Map on this page presumes the completion of lower division General Education, Title 5 (United States History and Government), and lower division core requirements for this major. See General Education Rules for …

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Civil Engineering (2025-Present)

This 4-Year Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2025 Civil Engineering, B.S. YEAR 1: 1st Semester Course Units CE 101/L (meets CARQ Lifelong Learning Campus Requirement) 1/1 CHEM 101 and CHEM 101D and CHEM 101L (meets GE Area 5A Physical Science & GE Area 5C Science Laboratory Activity) 3/1/1 MATH 150A (meets …

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Civil Engineering (2025-Present)

This Transfer Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2025 Civil Engineering, B.S. The Transfer Degree Road Map on this page presumes the completion of lower division General Education, Title 5 (United States History and Government), and lower division core requirements for this major. See General Education Rules for more information. Lower division …

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Civil Engineering and Construction Management

To provide students with a sound basic civil engineering education and to prepare them for entry into the professional practice of civil engineering, as well as to instill in them a recognition that civil engineering is a people-serving profession. In keeping with these goals, we aim to develop in students an understanding that a successful …

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CM 110/L. Construction Drawings and Lab (1/1)

Corequisite: CM 110L. This course is designed to provide students with the foundational knowledge and practice at reading blueprints. Both residential and commercial construction drawings will be covered in this course. The set of plans, such as the foundation plan, floor plan, elevations, sections and details that must be assembled into an organized set of …

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CM 208/L. Construction Site Surveying and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisite: MATH 104 or MATH 105 or MATH 255A. Corequisite: CM 208L. Fundamentals of surveying as applied to construction layout. Use of level and transit for location and control of structures, vertical and horizontal control. Introduction to AutoCAD as a means of presenting survey information with usage of Autodesk Survey and Autodesk Map. Lab measurements …

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CM 210/L. Construction Contract Documents and Lab (2/1)

Corequisite: CM 210L. Recommended Corequisite: BLAW 280. Basic skills and techniques required to produce construction documents conforming to current building codes and standards, including working drawing, specifications, bid documents, addenda and change orders. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours technical activity/lab per week.

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CM 240/L. Building Construction (2/1)

Prerequisites: CM 110/L and COMP 100. Corequisite: CM 240L.  Introduction to planning, design and construction of structures, including cost estimating and project scheduling. Computer applications. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab per week.

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CM 309. Computer Applications in Construction Management (2)

Prerequisites: CM 240/L. Application of computer systems to control operations in the building industry. Introduction to commercially available software for planning, scheduling and estimating that is generally used in the construction industry. Two 3-hour technical activity/labs per week.

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CM 310/L. Construction Estimating and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisites: ACCT 220; MATH 255; CM 240/L. Corequisites: CM 310L, CM 312/L. Procedures for analyzing materials and methods involved in reliable estimates of the cost of a construction task or project, including: direct, indirect and contingency costs and profits. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours technical activity/lab per week.

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CM 312/L. Project Cost Control, Planning and Scheduling and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisites: ACCT 220; MATH 255A; CM 240/L; Instructor consent. Corequisite: CM 312L. Basic application of construction cost control systems, including critical path method techniques, planning, logic, scheduling and updating, and use of computer for scheduling. Use of cost information and associated reports for the planning and scheduling of construction projects. 2 hours lecture/discussion, 3 hours …

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CM 321. Introduction to Mechanical and Electrical Installation (2)

Prerequisites: PHYS 100B and PHYS 100BL. Basic understanding of the electrical and mechanical systems, design and construction procedures used flexibility in each system, space requirements, and at what point in the job the work on a particular system is done.

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CM 326/L. Soil Mechanics for Construction and Lab (2/1)

Corequisites: CM 326L, CM 340. Soil composition, description, and physical properties of soils; earthmoving estimating, soil explorations, groundwater effects, earth retaining structures and foundations, plate tectonics, and introduction to the seismic impacts on soils. Two hours of lecture per week. Lab investigations and experiments in soil mechanics, including field requirements for foundations and other earthwork …

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CM 334/L. Construction Equipment and Methods (2/1)

Prerequisites: ACCT 220; CM 326/L. Corequisite: CM 334L. Construction procedures, job planning layout and scheduling, selection and application of construction equipment to building and heavy construction projects. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours problem solving lab per week.

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CM 336/L. Fundamentals of Green Buildings and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisite: Completion of the lower division writing requirement. Corequisite: CM 336L. The purpose of this course is to give the students an overview of design and construction delivery systems for high-performance green buildings. The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) will be discussed in detail. Sustainability evaluation systems will …

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CM 340. Statics and Strength of Materials (3)

Prerequisites: MSE 220/L; MATH 255B or MATH 140 or SOM 120. The analysis of the distribution of forces on and within bodies in static equilibrium. Free body diagrams, equilibrium equations and the method of sections. The analysis of stresses and deflections in members and simple structural systems. Axial, torsional, bending and shear stresses and deflections, and …

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CM 401. Construction Contract Administration (3)

Prerequisites: BLAW 280; CM 210/L. Administration of contract documents, including invitation to bid, addenda, proposals, change orders, subcontracts, liens, claims, waivers, arbitration, general and supplemental conditions and CSI specifications. Available for graduate credit.

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CM 415/L. Fundamentals of Construction Management and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisites: CM 310/L, CM 312/L; Instructor consent. Corequisite: CM 415L. Introduction to the basic concepts of construction management. Areas of focus to include quantity analysis, productivity, work activity sequencing, network scheduling and computer applications specific to construction management. The construction manager’s relation to internal organization, owner, architect, engineer, public, press, legal aid, unions, trades, equipment, …

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CM 434. Site Planning and Logistics (3)

Prerequisites: CM 208/L, CM 326/L. Investigation, market research, finance, cost estimating and land use with respect to development process. Including an analysis of land development; site investigation; grading; street piping systems and water supply systems, including allowable pressure in pipes, head loss calculations, minimum allowable slopes for sewage disposal; and landscaping.

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CM 440/L. Structural Design and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisites: CM 240/L, CM 340. Corequisite: CM 440L. A practice-oriented treatment of the procedures for structural concrete, steel and timber design. Design of columns, beams, slabs, and walls. Lateral load resisting systems. Introduction to computer aided analysis and design. Emphasis is given to the application of building structures. Not available for credit towards an engineering …

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CM 441/L. Highway Design and Lab (2/1)

Prerequisites: CM 326/L and CM 334/L, or CE 308/L and CE 315/L. Corequisite: CM 441L. The course covers basic highway design and traffic circulation principles. Study of design elements of alignment, profile, cross-section, and controlled-access highways. Investigation of functional highway classification, traffic volume, signs and measurements, intelligent transportation systems, and Caltrans standard drawings and specifications. …

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CM 449. Dispute Prevention (1)

Prerequisites: CM 210/L. In this seminar, students will explore dispute prevention by emphasizing partnering and team building, realistic risk allocation, competing engineering and documentation, constructability analysis, and dispute-resolution clauses. Through readings, discussions, guest speakers, independent research, writing and oral presentations, students will develop a clearer understanding of dispute prevention.

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CM 480. Construction Law (3)

Prerequisites: BLAW 280; CM 210/L. Orientation to the rules and regulations governing construction industry practices and activities, including contractors license law, state lien laws, health and safety regulations, personnel relations and supervision, workers compensation, employment insurance and taxes. Available for graduate credit. 3 hours lecture/discussion per week.

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CM 488A,B. Construction Senior Design I, II (2,2)

Prerequisites: CM 310/L, CM 312/L; Senior standing in Construction Management. (CM 488A and CM 488B must be completed within the same academic year.) Selection and completion of a project under faculty and/or industry supervision. Projects typical of problems that a graduate of the Construction Management Program must solve in their field of employment. Requires both …

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CM 494. Cooperative Educational Experience (2-2-2)

Prerequisites: CM 310/L, CM 312/L. Supervised off-campus professional experience in construction management technology for students with junior or senior standing in the major. Positions are paid and usually run for a full year with summer work available. Course may be repeated for up to 6 semester units of credit with a maximum of 2 semester …

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CM 508. Construction Information Technology (3)

This course covers the fundamental principles and practices of Building Information Modeling (BIM), Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) in the construction context, and clash detection of systems. The use of information systems in the construction industry may be introduced.

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CM 510. Business Practices in Construction (3)

This course covers economics and finance in the construction industry. Course content will include provisions specific to bidding process, such as competition and barriers, as well as project finance and risks in the private and public sectors.

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CM 511. Program Management (3)

Prerequisite: CM 415/L. This course provides an opportunity to integrate skills and knowledge, review issues, and produce deliverables required for successful project management. Students learn advanced topics in project management such as project management office, and program management strategies.

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CM 580. Advanced Construction Law (3)

Prerequisite: CM 480. Advanced-level learning of rules and regulations governing practices and activities of the construction industry including contract and torts laws, contractor license law, state lien laws, arbitration, construction defects, product liability, public contracts and their codes, and other related rules of law.

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CM 601. Advanced Construction Contracts (3)

The course introduces alternative project delivery methods such as Design-Build and Public-Private Partnership (P3), roles of project participants; procuring services, and organizing and managing alternative delivery contracts.

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CM 602. Advanced Project Management (3)

The course introduces Public-Private Partnership and Design-Build Project Delivery, The Facilities Acquisition Process, The Public Sector Investment Decision, Project Finance, and P3, and Risk Evaluation and Transfer.

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CM 603. Advanced Contract Administration (3)

The course introduces project administration, design quality management, change orders, claims, and process payments during design and construction.

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CM 604. Advanced Project Controls (3)

Prerequisites: CM 310/L and CM 312/L, or CE 315/L, or equivalent. The course introduces project schedule analysis, and it covers various methods of advanced construction project controls concepts and delay analysis techniques such as time impact analysis.

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CM 605. Construction Quality Management (3)

Prerequisite: CM 415/L. This course covers quality management of construction processes. Topics include designing and implementing quality management plans, establishing a quality management system, and information technology in quality management.

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CM 606. Green Infrastructure (3)

This course introduces students to the concepts, theories, and applications of green infrastructure planning at multiple scales and areas of practice. Green infrastructure planning requires a systems approach to improving ecological function while providing vital ecosystem services for human populations.

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CM 607. Pipeline Construction and Rehabilitation (3)

This course introduces the infrastructure systems used in the construction and rehabilitation of existing pipelines. Topics include: the design, construction, renewal, and management of such systems, and the analysis of direct, indirect, and social costs of underground construction using available trenchless technology methods.

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CM 609. Advanced Construction Materials (3)

This course covers concrete as a construction material including cement and aggregate properties relating to the design, control, and performance of concrete. Concrete forming and construction methods, laboratory testing, and advances in concrete technology will be discussed.

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CM 697. Directed Comprehensive Studies and Exam (3)

Prerequisites: Advancement to candidacy for the M.S. degree; written approvals of the faculty advisor and department graduate coordinator or department chair. Students enroll in this course during the preparation and examination phase of their M.S. degree. Students review and synthesize the information learned during the program, reflect and assess the level of mastery attained, prepare …

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CM 698C. Graduate Thesis/Project (3-3)

Prerequisites: Advancement to candidacy for the M.S. degree and written approvals of a faculty advisor and department graduate coordinator or department chair. Thesis or graduate project for the completion of the M.S. degree. It may be taken as 3 units for the graduate project and 6 units for a master’s thesis. (Credit/No Credit only).

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Construction Management

The construction industry is the single largest industry in America, accounting for 14 percent of the nation’s Gross National Product (GNP). Students interested in becoming a construction manager need a solid background in building science, business and construction management. They need to understand contracts, plans and specifications, and they have to be knowledgeable about construction …

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Construction Management

The minor in Construction Management consists of 23 units.

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Construction Management

The Construction Management Certificate program is intended to serve owners’ representatives, consulting engineers, architects, design engineers, contractors and subcontractors who have a bachelor of science, but not necessarily in construction. Individuals with the certification will have knowledge of the fundamental principles of construction management, contract administration and construction law, especially for projects performed using alternative delivery methods. …

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Construction Management

The Master of Science in Construction Management (MSCM) degree is intended to serve owners’ representatives, consulting engineers, architects, design engineers, contractors, and subcontractors, who have a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field. Graduates will gain knowledge, technical skills, and managerial abilities needed for success in the construction industry, attain leadership …

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Construction Management (2021-2024)

This 4-Year Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2021 Construction Management, B.S. 2022 Construction Management, B.S. 2023 Construction Management, B.S. 2024 Construction Management, B.S. Refer to the Catalog Archives for General Education requirements. YEAR 1: 1st Semester Course Units BIOL 106 and BIOL 106L 3/1 PHYS 100A and PHYS 100AL (meets GE B1 Physical …

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Construction Management (2023-Present)

This Transfer Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2023 Construction Management, B.S. 2024 Construction Management, B.S. 2025 Construction Management, B.S. The Transfer Degree Road Map on this page presumes the completion of lower division General Education, Title 5 (United States History and Government), and lower division core requirements for this major. See …

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Construction Management (2025-Present)

This 4-Year Degree Road Map applies to the following catalog year(s): 2025 Construction Management, B.S. YEAR 1: 1st Semester Course Units BIOL 106 and BIOL 106L (meets GE Area 5B Biological Sciences) 3/1 PHYS 100A and PHYS 100AL (meets GE Area 5A Physical Science and GE Area 5C Science Laboratory Activity) 3/1 GE Basic Skills: …

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Dermendjian, Nazaret

(1999) Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.E. 1983, American University of Beirut; M.S. 1992, California State University, Northridge; Ph.D. 2002, University of Southern California.

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Di Julio, Roger M.

(1974) Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 1968, M.S. 1970, Ph.D. 1973, University of California, Los Angeles.

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Dombourian, Edward

(1981) Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S.C.E. 1962, American University of Beirut; M.S.C.E. 1963, M.S. 1969, Ph.D. 1974, Georgia Technology.

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Hao, Tzong-Ying

(2014) Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 1992, M.S. 1995, Chung Yuan Christian University; Ph.D. 2002, University of Southern California.

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Hegab, Mohamed Y.

(2004) Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 1992, M.S. 1998, Cairo University; Ph.D. 2003, North Dakota State.

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Khachikian, Crist S.

(2013) Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 1995, University of California, Los Angeles; M.Eng. 1996, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Ph.D. 1999, University of California, Los Angeles.

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Maalouf, Sami

(2014) Associate Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 1990, M.S. 1992, California State University, Los Angeles; Ph.D. 2014, University of California, Los Angeles.

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Macias, Miguel

(1977) Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.A. 1976, California State University, Northridge.

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Medina, Ricardo

(2020) Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 2009, University of California, Davis; M.S. 2013, California State University, Los Angeles; Ph.D. 2018, University of California, Irvine.

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Spunt, Leonard

(1965) Professor Emeritus of Engineering. B.S. 1964, University of California, Los Angeles; M.S. 1966, University of Southern California.

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Structural Engineering

The Master of Science in Structural Engineering consists of 30 units.

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Sun, Chuanbing Shawn

(2021) Associate Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 1997, Northeast Dianli University, China; M.S. 2000, Dalian University of Technology, China; Ph.D. 2004, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

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Zirakian, Tadeh

(2015) Professor of Civil Engineering and Construction Management. B.S. 2002, Azad University; M.S. 2005, Urmia University; Ph.D. 2013, University of California, Los Angeles.

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