Individualized work, under the direction of an approved instructor.

Individualized work, under the direction of an approved instructor.

Individualized work, under the direction of an approved instructor.

The Commonwealth Honors College thesis or project is intended to provide students with the opportunity to work closely with faculty members to define and carry out in-depth research or creative endeavors. It provides excellent preparation for students who intend to continue their education through graduate study or begin their professional careers. The student works closely with their 499Y Honors Research sponsor to pursue research on a topic or question of special interest to them in preparation for writing a 499T Honors Thesis or completing a 499P Honors Project.

Honors Thesis expectations are high. The intended end-product is a traditional research manuscript with accompanying artifact(s), all theses:
- are 6 credits or more of sustained research on a single topic, typically conducted over two semesters.
- begin with creative inquiry and systematic research.
- include documentation of substantive scholarly endeavor.
- culminate in an oral defense or other form of public presentation.

Honors Project expectations are high. The intended end-product is a traditional project manuscript with accompanying artifact(s), all projects:
- are 6 credits or more of sustained research on a single topic, typically conducted over two semesters.
- begin with creative inquiry and systematic research.
- include documentation of substantive scholarly endeavor.
- culminate in an oral defense or other form of public presentation.

Introduction to the mechanical behavior of building materials for students of construction technology and architecture. Basic structural concepts, including statics and strength of materials, are addressed in a practical hands-on manner.

The course serves as a dynamic sampling of the multiple disciplines necessary to create or modify the Built Environment. Discussions based on lectures presented by various educators, researchers, and practitioners; experts in their fields will provide students with a broadened perspective, which will help foster critical thinking and provide a more expansive view of the Built Environment.

Workplace safety is crucial for every successful building project. This course teaches construction safety concepts through lectures, demonstrations and a self-guided study of safety principles and OSHA requirements. Students will acquire additional safety credentials through independent study (at some additional cost). This can be an OSHA 10 hr card (a basic requirement for work on construction sites), a OSHA 30 hr card or some other safety certification as agreed to by the instructor.

Senior BCT capstone seminar course for students preparing to enter the construction and building technology field. Centers on management of construction projects by integrating core aspects like: design, building systems and structure, sustainability, bidding/estimating, scheduling, BIM, value engineering, contracts/negotiation, subcontractor relations, cost control, management during construction, close out, and post-construction requirements.