Construction Engineering Technology
Construction
engineering technologists take on the responsibility of managing or
supervising a wide range of activities to converting engineering plans
and specifications into finished structures. Some construction
engineering technologists focus on home and other building structures,
while others work on highway, bridge, or underground construction
projects.
They apply their knowledge and and experiences to many aspects of
construction, including labor management, materials specification and
estimating, cost estimating, overall planning, and phased construction
plans. They hold many different job titles, including contractors,
supervisors, project managers, job superintendents, estimators, safety
specialists, schedulers, and examiners.
 Preparation
Those
interested in a career in construction engineering technology should
consider reviewing engineering technology programs that are accredited
by ABET, Inc. However, there are many ET programs not yet accredited by
ABET, so check with your local community college or university for more
information. If you choose to attend a program that is not ABET
accredited, you should be sure that the university is regionally accredited. Students take courses such as computer-aided drafting,
surveying, construction materials and systems, graphics and design,
estimating, strength of materials, environmental and land use planning,
and timber structures.
Professional Organizations
 Associated
General Contractors
of America
American
Society of Professional Estimators
American
Society of Civil Engineers
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