CMGT 347 - Heavy Civil Methods and Materials

• Apply the basics of asphalt paving materials and equipment and the basic engineering properties of soil, including moisture content, densities and compaction to a construction site.
• Apply the basics of concrete materials and equipment used in heavy civil, marine and highway construction to a construction site.
• Identify typical building construction materials used including their properties, advantages, disadvantages and installation.
• Accurately research a selected topic and write a five to seven page research paper on this topic, including a bibliography.
• Efficiently research, prepare and deliver a 20 minute oral presentation on an assigned topic, including proper use of visual aids, to a group of peers.