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cost estimates. Scheduling techniques including precedence diagrams, Critical Path Method
(CPM), Program Evaluation Review Techniques (PERT), linear scheduling methods, resource
leveling, time-cost analysis, bar charts, time-scaled diagrams, and computer applications
(Primavera, Microsoft Project, or equivalent software); Project updating, evaluation and control,
and earned value analysis.

CEE 430 Construction Equipment and Methods
Credits: 3 (3,0,0) Prerequisite: CEE 323
This course explores issues and concepts relating to contemporary developments in materials,
construction and building engineering technology and introduces students to techniques
appropriate for the production of medium to large scale buildings. Students will engage with these
new theories and technologies in an exploratory environment to develop an understanding of
various structural systems and elements, building fabric, materiality, detailing, and the
relationship between design, construction and structures.

CEE 441 Energy Resources Management
Credits: 3 (3,0,0) Prerequisite: Senior Level Standing

This course examines the four major components of energy management: supply, demand,
regulation and environment together with the concepts and principles behind successful energy
management. Topics include energy auditing and economic analysis; management control and
maintenance systems; sustainability and high performance green buildings; alternative energy
systems; boilers and fired systems; cogeneration and HVAC systems; ground source heat pumps;
lighting and electrical management; natural gas purchasing; thermal storage; codes and
standards; indoor air quality; utility deregulation and energy systems outsourcing; energy security
risk analysis methods; and financing energy management projects.

CEE 442 Environmental Management
Credits: 3 (3,0,0) Prerequisite: Senior Level Standing

This course surveys the scientific principles of environmental issues and environmental
management practices, with attention to the health of both humans and the ecosystem.
Fundamental and emerging topics related to air and water pollution, water use and management,
aquatic ecosystems, energy and climate change, biodiversity, toxic substances in the environment,
solid waste management, and regulatory strategies for risk assessment and environmental
management are examined. The course will critically examine contemporary thinking on these
environmental themes including: sustainable use practices, political-ecology, decentralized
environmental management, and community-based approaches, social learning, and regional and
urban planning.

CEE 443 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
Credits: 3 (3,0,0) Prerequisite: Senior Level Standing
The growth of the green and sustainable building market has been widely publicized recently,
accelerated largely by government policies and rising recognition that such buildings are more
sustainable, environment-friendly and economical to operate in the building construction
industry. The course denotes basic knowledge of green building principles and practices on the
basis of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system. The course provides
a point system to score green building design and construction, which is categorized in five basic
areas: Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, and