Semester 2: Project Planning and Estimation-

  1. Project Planning and Scheduling
    • Work breakdown structure (WBS)
    • Critical path method (CPM) and Gantt charts
    • Resource allocation and leveling
  2. Construction Cost Estimation and Control
    • Cost estimating techniques
    • Budget development and control
    • Cost-tracking software
  3. Construction Contracts and Legal Aspects
    • Types of construction contracts
    • Contract documents and specifications
    • Construction law and dispute resolution
  4. Project Risk Management
    • Risk identification and assessment
    • Risk mitigation and contingency planning
    • Insurance and surety bonds
  5. Technical Elective
    • Introduction to a specialized construction topic (e.g., sustainable construction, BIM, or construction technology)