BLC 192 - Construction Contracting

Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours

Description
In this course, students examine construction contracting as a critical component of the project management process. Students focus on business methods, contract preparation and execution strategies. Students learn contract management, bidding, insurance and cost accounting from the perspective of an operating construction company.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

Explain business methods for construction contracting and contract bonds.
Develop plans for insurance, cost estimating and bidding.
Create project planning and scheduling documents.
Analyze construction cost accounting procedures.

Listed Topics

Project planning and scheduling
Cost estimating and bidding
Project management techniques: Critical Path Method (CPM), Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT)

Reference Materials
Instructor approved text, industry publications

Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 03/16/2026
Last Reviewed: 03/16/2026

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