Bachelor of Science in Construction Eng. Technology

Construction Engineering Technology
The Construction Engineering Technology program offers specialized instruction in modem techniques of the construction practice. The mission of the program is to produce highly competent and technically trained graduates who possess a solid understanding of the fundamental of engineering and construction/civil concepts.

The Construction Engineering Technology program equips graduates to collaborate effectively with architects, engineers, contractors, and related professionals in both vertical and horizontal construction. Through comprehensive exposure to construction methods, materials, surveying, estimating techniques, computer applications, contract administration, and legal frameworks, students develop the technical and managerial expertise needed for the field. Required training in technical writing and public speaking ensures graduates can communicate with clarity and authority. Students also have the opportunity to broaden their knowledge through courses in GIS, landscape, surveying, engineering, and technology offered within the program and across FAMU. All graduates are encouraged to obtain OSHA 30-Hour certification, complete a minimum of two internships, and demonstrate proficiency in computer programming and industry-standard software.

The program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET, a specialized commission responsible for accrediting associate and baccalaureate engineering technology programs worldwide. This recognition affirms that the program meets the rigorous standards of quality and relevance required in the profession.

Career pathways for program graduates are wide-ranging. Alumni pursue roles as safety engineers, project engineers, superintendents, construction engineers, engineering technicians, scheduling engineers, estimators, field engineers, construction managers, and specialists in residential, building, and general construction. In addition, the program provides strong preparation for advanced study in civil engineering, construction management, business administration, or law.

Bachelor in Construction Engineering Technology Curriculum

*From the required statewide courses list
** From the statewide additional course list
*** From the required university elective course list 

Year 1

Fall
Course Title Hours
BCN 1221C Building Construction 3
BCN 2230 Materials & Methods of Construction I 3
EGN 1110C Engineering Graphics I (w/AutoCAD) 2
EGS 1000 Introduction to Engineering Technology 1
ENC 1101 Freshman Communication Skills 1 3
MAC 1114 Algebraic and Trigonometric Functions 3
Semester Hours: 15

 

Spring
Course Title Hours
BCN 2231 Materials & Methods of Construction II 3
CHM 1030 Introduction to Chemistry for Non-Science Majors 3
EGN 1112C Engineering Graphics II(AutoCAD) 3
ENC 1102 Freshman Communication Skills II 3
PHY 2053 College Physics I 3
PHY 2053 College Physics I Lab 1
Semester Hours: 16
Year 1 Total: 31
 
Fall
Course Title Hours
BCN 3271 Construction Documents 3
ENC 3243 Technical Report Writing 3
STA 2023 Introduction to Probability & Statistics 3
SUR 2140C Elementary Surveying 3
SUR 2140L Elementary Surveying Lab 1
  African American History Elective 3
Semester Hours: 16

 

Spring
Course Title Hours
BCN 3240 Construction Equipment & Operations 2
BCN 3731C Construction Safety & OSHA Certification 3
MAC 2311 Calculus I 4
  Humanities Core (PHI2010 recommended) 3
  Social Science Core (FL Civic Literacy) 3
Semester Hours: 15
Year Total: 31

 

 

 

Fall
Course Title Hours
BCN 3562C Electrical Systems in Construction 3
BCN 3720 Construction Planning & Scheduling 2
BCN 4617 Construction Estimating I 3
CET 2365C C-Programming for Engineering & Technology 3
ETG 2502 Statics 3
  Humanities Elective (PHI3601 recommended) 3
Semester Hours: 17

 

Spring
Course Title Hours
BCN 3566C Electromechanical Systems 3
BCN 4619 Construction Estimating II 3
BCN 4782 Computer Applications for Construction Management 3
ETC 3211 Soil Mechanics & Foundations 3
ETC 3211L Soil Mechanics & Foundations Lab 1
ETG 2530 Strength of Materials  3
ETG 2530L Strength of Materials  Lab 1
ETG 4939 Professional Development 1
Semester Hours: 18
Year Total: 35

 

Fall
Course Title Hours
BCN 3797 Construction Management I 3
BCN 4705 Contracts, Codes, & Law 3
BCN 4941 Internship or Technical Elective 2
ETC 4454 Reinforced Concrete I 3
ETC 4454L Reinforced Concrete I Lab  1
  University Specified Elective 3
Semester Hours: 15

 

Spring
Course Title Hours
BCN 3253 Construction Accounting 3
BCN 3939 Construction Management Capstone Project 2
ETC 4455 Reinforced Concrete II 3
ETI 4671 Principles of Engineering Economics I 2
  Social Science Elective (PSY 2012 recommended) 3
Semester Total: 13
Year Total: 28

 

Total B.S. Construction Engineering Technology Hours: 124

Bachelor in Construction Engineering Technology Curriculum (This is being considered for students that will begin fall 2025)

Year 1

Fall
Course Title Hours
BCN 1221C Building Construction 3
BCN 2230 Materials & Methods of Construction I 3
EGN 1110C Engineering Graphics I (w/AutoCAD) 2
EGS 1000 Introduction to Engineering Technology 1
ENC 1101 Freshman Communication Skills 1 3
MAC 1114 Algebraic and Trigonometric Functions 3
Semester Hours: 15

 

Spring
Course Title Hours
BCN 2231 Materials & Methods of Construction II 3
CHM 1030 Introduction to Chemistry for Non-Science Majors 3
EGN 1112C Engineering Graphics II(AutoCAD) 3
ENC 1102 Freshman Communication Skills II 3
PHY 2053 College Physics I 3
PHY 2053L College Physics I Lab 1
Semester Hours: 16
Year 1 Total: 31
 
Fall
Course Title Hours
BCN 3271 Construction Documents 3
ENC 3243 Technical Report Writing 3
STA 2023 Introduction to Probability & Statistics 3
SUR 2140C Elementary Surveying 3
SUR 2140L Elementary Surveying Lab 1
  African American History Elective 3
Semester Hours: 16

 

Spring
Course Title Hours
BCN 3240 Construction Equipment & Operations 2
BCN 3731C Construction Safety & OSHA Certification 3
MAC 2311 Calculus I 4
  Humanities Core 3
  Social Science Core (FL Civic Literacy) 3
Semester Hours: 15
Year Total: 31

 

 

 

Fall
Course Title Hours
BCN 3562C Electrical Systems in Construction 3
BCN 3720 Construction Planning & Scheduling 2
BCN 4617 Construction Estimating I 3
CET 2365C C-Programming for Engineering & Technology 3
ETG 2502 Statics 3
Semester Hours: 14

 

Spring
Course Title Hours
BCN 3566C Electromechanical Systems 3
BCN 4619 Construction Estimating II 3
BCN 4782 Computer Applications for Construction Management 3
ETC 3211 Soil Mechanics & Foundations 3
ETC 3211L Soil Mechanics & Foundations Lab 1
ETG 2530 Strength of Materials  3
ETG 2530L Strength of Materials  Lab 1
ETG 4939 Professional Development 1
Semester Hours: 18
Year Total: 32

 

Fall
Course Title Hours
BCN 3797 Construction Management I 3
BCN 4705 Contracts, Codes, & Law 3
ETC 4454 Reinforced Concrete I 3
ETC 4454L Reinforced Concrete I Lab  1
  Humanities Elective 3
Semester Hours: 13

 

Spring
Course Title Hours
BCN 3253 Construction Accounting 3
BCN 3939 Construction Management Capstone Project 2
ETC 4455 Reinforced Concrete II 3
ETI 4671 Principles of Engineering Economics I 2
  Social Science Elective 3
Semester Total: 13
Year Total: 26

 

Total B.S. Construction Engineering Technology Hours: 120

 

Division of Engineering Technology Faculty

Name Email Phone
Mohamed Ahmed
Assistant Professor

mohamed.ahmed@famu.edu

(850) 599-3244
David Akinsanya
Associate Instructor
david.akinsanya@famu.edu (850) 599-8622
Leon Prosper
Instructor
leon.prosper@famu.edu (850) 599-8636
Doreen Kobelo Regalado
Associate Professor & Division of Engineering Technology Director
doreen.kobelo@famu.edu (850) 599-8601
Behnam Shadravan
Associate Professor & Construction Engineering Technology Coordinator

behnam.shadravan@famu.edu

(850) 599-8626

 

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