About this program
About
Construction Systems Management blends the technical, analytical, and business sides of construction so you can coordinate and direct projects with confidence. You’ll learn construction materials and methods, estimating, scheduling, surveying and site development, structures, safety, project management and contracts — plus the leadership and communication skills employers expect.
Through applied coursework and strong industry connections in Columbus, you’ll build your network and professional readiness. Graduates pursue careers across residential, commercial and heavy construction as project managers, contractors, safety specialists and more. You’ll graduate ready to oversee schedules and budgets, manage teams and subcontractors, and deliver projects safely and efficiently.
What can I do with this degree?
Degree outcomes
Graduates in construction systems management lead and coordinate projects that build and maintain the infrastructure around us. They combine technical knowledge, project management skills and leadership to oversee construction projects from planning to completion.
Construction Management
- Commercial construction manager
- Residential construction manager
- Contractor
- Consultant
- Mechanical, electrical and HVAC subcontractor
- Building supply and equipment rental
Project Operations and Site Management
- Excavation project manager
- Site preparation specialist
- Project safety specialist
Environmental and Land Management
- Soil conservationist
- Reclamation inspector
Program components
- GE Launch Seminar: GENED 1201
- Writing and Information Literacy: Student Choice
- Mathematical & Quantitative Reasoning/Data Analysis: Major requirement: MATH 1148 (or Student Choice)
- Literary, Visual and Performing Arts: Student Choice
- Historical & Cultural Studies: Student Choice
- Natural Science: Major requirement: PHYSICS 1200 or 1250 (or Student Choice)
- Social & Behavioral Sciences: Major requirement: AEDECON 2001 or ECON 2001.01 (or Student Choice)
- Race, Ethnic and Gender Diversity: Student Choice
- Theme: Citizenship for a Diverse & Just World: Student Choice
- Student Choice theme: Student Choice
- GE Reflection: GENED 4001
Major core courses
- Intro to Construction Systems Management
- Graphic Presentation
- Information Technology for Construction
- Construction Materials & Methods I
- Construction Materials & Methods II
- Professional Development I
- Electrical & Lighting Systems for Buildings
- Mechanical Systems for Buildings
- Construction Surveying & Site Development
- Construction Safety and Health
- Estimating
- Scheduling
- Structures for Construction Managers I
- Structures for Construction Managers II
- Professional Development II
- Construction Project Management
- Construction Contracts and Documents
- Heavy Construction Management
- Construction Management Capstone
- College & Department Survey: FAES 1100 (0.5) & CONSYSM 1100 (0.5)
- Oral Expression: AGRCOMM 3130 or COMM 2110
- Additional Science: EARTHSCI 1121 & 1200
- Internship: FAES 3191 & CONSYSM 3191
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Build your future in construction management
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Build your future in construction management
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Prepare for leadership roles in commercial, heavy, and residential construction through our ACCE-accredited Construction Systems Management program.
