Textbook
“Construction Methods and Management” by S. Nunnally, 8th Edition, Prentice Hall, 2010
Course objectives
I.Understand the fundamentals of construction environment
II.Recognize the different types of construction contracts
III.Develop the skill of construction planning and scheduling
IV.Recognize the practice of financial planning and cost control by using earned value method
V.Recognize the characteristics of several types of construction equipments and their economics
VI.Recognize the practice of construction safety and health
VII.Understand professional and ethical responsibilities of a Saudi Engineer
Topics covered
I.Introduction to Construction
II.Construction Contracts
III.Construction Planning
IV.Construction Scheduling
V.Financial Planning and Cost Control
VI.Construction Equipments and Economics
VII.Construction Safety and Health
VIII.Engineering Ethics