2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

CN 357 Legal Aspects of Construction 3 cr.

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: CN 251.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Introduction to legal implications in the building industry.

CN 353 Soils and Foundations 3 cr.  (2-0-2)

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: CN 254 and junior standing.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Study of basic theory and application detailed in ASTM (American Society of Testing Materials) procedures, developing a knowledge of fundamental principles and good judgment in foundation design supported by experience and scientific data.

CN 298 Directed Study and Research 1-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Prerequisites: Department permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Selection of problem in area of emphasis, specialized instruction and experiences to reinforce technical skill and knowledge. Written reports of work are required.

CN 295 Special Topics in Construction 1-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Graded: S/U
• Prerequisites: Instructor's permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Topic dependent on individual instructor and student needs. Notes:

May be repeated if topic differs.

CN 291 Construction Internship 1-8 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Graded: S/U
• Prerequisites: Instructor's permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Internship to experience real world applications with a sponsoring construction firm.

CN 283 Construction Estimating 3 cr.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: CN 107 and CN 153.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Introduction to estimating, using means and national reporting systems as a guide. Students are provided with theory, principles and techniques to arrive at a total construction cost for a building project.

CN 278 Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Systems 3 cr.  (2-0-2)

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: CN 107 and CN 153.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A course organized to provide a fundamental understanding of construction and design procedures for mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.

CN 252 Codes and Inspection 2 cr.  (2-0-0)

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Prerequisites: CN 107 and CN 153 or instructor permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course introduces students to basic requirements and processes for compliance with building codes and ordinances. It also provides a general understanding of the relationships and procedures for various regulatory agencies associated with different compliance requirements; including, but not limited to, plan review and inspection processes. 

CN 251 Construction Field Operations 3 cr.  (3-0-0)

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: CN 107 and CN 153.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

An introductory course to acquaint students with the requirements necessary to direct the field operations of a construction project.

CN 158 Concrete and Masonry 2 cr.  (1-0-2)

• Offered: Winter
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Study and illustration of basic principles of masonry, concrete and concrete forming and procedures.