Construction Management
Emphasis in Building Construction Technology
Bachelor of Science Degree
Southwestern Michigan College
Transfer Guide
Graduates of the Construction Management program are prepared to manage and supervise the complete construction
process from initial considerations through bidding to final completion. Graduates enter the industry as project
superintendents, project engineers, project managers, or owner's representatives for a variety of construction related firms
such as: general contractors, specialty subcontractors, construction managers, designers, developers, consultants, or owners.
Students may enter the Construction Management program as freshmen, transfer student, or after completion of an approved
associate degree. Course content includes management of skilled labor resources, contract administration, estimating, cost
and schedule control, quality control and quality assurance, project management, engineering, mathematics, sciences,
business, and computer application topics.
Course Requirements
Ferris State University
Southwestern Michigan College
Course
ENGL 103
ENGL 104
SPEE 102
Ferris Equiv.
ENGL 150
ENGL 250
COMM 121
SMC
PHYS 101
SMC
MATH 101
MATH 127
MATH 131
INTE 140
CONS 130
Varies
PHYS 211
Varies
MATH 110
MATH 115*
MATH 120*
CONM 116
CONM 121
CONS 105
CONS 110
CONS 117
CONM 100
CONM 111
CONM 112
SMC Course Titles
Freshman English II
Freshman English III
Fundamentals of Public
Speaking
Social Awareness Elective
Intro Physics I
Cultural Enrichment Elective
Elementary Algebra
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus Trigonometry
Blueprint Reading
Interior and Exterior Finishes
Construction Tools and Safety
Construction Practices
Print Reading for Construction
Trades
and
or
CONS 175
Non-residential Construction
CONS 120
BCTM 213
Foundations
or
or
CONS 125
Framing
CONS 135
BCTM 223
Electrical and Mechanical
System
CONS 140
CONM 211
Quantity and Cost Estimating
CONS 180
BCTM 225
Design and Planning
CONS 145
CONM 222
Administration and Scheduling
CONS 165
HVAC 337
Building Analysis/Envelope
Total Southwestern Michigan College Credits
Cr. Hrs.
3
3
3
3
4-5
3
4
3-4
3
2
3
1
3
6
3
3
3
3
3
5
64-66
*Students are required to complete equivalents to Ferris MATH 115 and
MATH 120 before taking MATH 132
Students transferring to Ferris with the Michigan Transfer Agreement
(MTA) and entering a degree program will have met a 30-hour block of
lower-level general education courses. However, this does not exempt
students from completing program specific prerequisites or higher-level
general education course requirements. Students should contact their
advisor regarding classes that meet the MTA.
Students are encouraged to work with their Ferris advisor for selection of
any electives, to ensure transferability and to minimize credits taken.
Course
Math 132*
Varies
Varies
Varies
Varies
CONM117
CONM 122
CONM 212
CONM 221
CONM 311
CONM 312
CONM 330
ACCT 221
ENGL 311
CONM 321
CONM 324
Ferris Course Titles
Cr. Hrs.
Calculus for Business
3
Scientific Understanding (lab or non-lab)
3-4
Cultural Enrichment Elective (200+ level)
3
Cultural Enrichment Elective
3
Social Awareness Elective
3
Building Information Technology
3
Construction Surveying and Layout
3
Soils and Foundations
3
Statics and Structures
3
Framework and Temporary Structures
3
Construction Scheduling
3
CDT Certification Prep (Optional)
1
Principles of Construction Accounting
3
Advanced Technical Writing
3
Construction Cost Estimating
3
Advanced Construction Computer
3
Technique
BLAW 301 Legal Environment of Business
3
ECON 221 Principles of Economics I
3
CONM 412 Construction Contracts
3
CONM 413 Construction Economics
3
CONM 423 Construction Management Professional
3
Methods
or
or
CONM 430 Power and Process Plant Construction
CONM 424 Construction Safety and Management
3
CONM 499 Construction Project Management
3
MKTG 321 Principles of Marketing
3
FSU
Management Elective (300+ level)
3
Total Ferris Credits
73-74
Credits Required for Degree
137-140
Program Offered at:
Main Campus, Big Rapids
College of Engineering Technology
http://www.ferris.edu/HTMLS/colleges/
Construction Technology & Management Department
(231) 591-3773
www.ferris.edu/transfer
Construction Management
Emphasis in Building Construction Technology
Bachelor of Science Degree
Southwestern Michigan College
Transfer Guide
General Admission Criteria
To be admitted to this degree program, students must have completed MATH 120 (MATH 131) or Ferris MATH 126 with a C (2.0) or better;
completed PHYS 211 (PHYS 101), and have a 2.5 cumulative grade point average or higher (2.0 on 4.0 scale) from an accredited college
or university. Official transcripts from all accredited colleges/universities must be submitted with the Ferris application.
Advising Notes
It is recommended that potential applicants meet with an advisor to review the degree, course schedule, and have any questions answered
prior to completing an application. Students who are completing the MTA may have different general education course requirements for the
particular degree selected. Meeting with a Ferris advisor prior to the selection of general education or elective course work may reduce the
chance of completing a course that will not apply toward the selected degree. Once admitted, students must continue to meet with an
advisor as they work toward graduation.
Transfer Student Orientation
All new students to Ferris State University are required to complete an orientation
Online Learning
Select courses delivered online and/or in a mixed delivery format (i.e. a mix of online and face-to-face instruction at the Ferris Main Campus
or at an off-campus location). The “Online Readiness Tutorial” is required for students who register for an online course or are completing
an online degree. Students must demonstrate competency in Blackboard skills. This may be done by taking a tutorial and quiz, or, for
students who have already taken and passed online courses, they can submit a waiver request. Students should check with the department
that offers the class to determine its particular needs and/or the Ferris advisor regarding registration for online course work.
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)
Ferris participates in the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). This agreement will facilitate the transfer of general education requirements
from one Michigan institution to another. Students may complete the MTA as part of a degree program or as a stand-alone package. The
MTA consists of a minimum of 30 general education credit hours as identified by the college or university.
Disclaimer
This is a guide for students who plan to transfer to Ferris State University. This guide is not intended to be a contract with Ferris. The
information on this guide is subject to change. Students should contact their community college or Ferris to keep informed of changes. Final
responsibility for verifying all transfer information lies with the student. Please refer to the effective and/or revised date on the bottom of the
guide.
Effective Fall 2015
TSC updated August 2015