Faculty Syllabus

This document is intended as a general overview of the course. The official and complete syllabus, including grading, weekly schedule, deadlines, and all course policies, is available on Blackboard. To find it, go to the course homepage → Content tab → START HERE folder → PLEASE READ ME FIRST - Syllabus & Essential Course Information document. Students are responsible for reviewing the full syllabus before the first class meeting.

• Instructor: Maureen Seade (See-Ahh-Dee)
• Contact: maureen.seade@austincc.edu
• Course format: Distance Learning (Asynchronous).
• Coursework includes weekly readings and videos, project milestones, exams, and online participation activities.
• Blackboard serves as the primary platform for all course activities and submissions.
• This course builds advanced skills in construction project administration and jobsite management. Students examine the systems, documentation, and managerial processes required to successfully administer a construction project from pre-mobilization through closeout.

• Required textbook:
  • Construction Jobsite Management
  • Author: William R. Mincks
  • ISBN: 9780357452943
• Additional readings and supporting materials will be provided through Blackboard.

• Computer or tablet capable of accessing Blackboard
• Binder and paper or notebook
• Writing instrument
• Microsoft Excel (ACC students may download Microsoft Office for free through ACC)
• Procore Student Account (instructions provided on the first day of class)
• Textbook: Construction Jobsite Management (see information above)

• Explain the role of the construction manager in coordinating project documentation, field operations, and jobsite administration throughout a construction project
• Interpret and manage common construction administration documents, including submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, meeting documentation, and field reports
• Describe procurement procedures for subcontractors, materials, equipment, and construction services used during project execution
• Apply jobsite documentation and record-keeping practices to support project communication, coordination, tracking, and decision-making processes
• Evaluate contract changes, change orders, delays, and construction claims, and explain the procedures used to manage project impacts
• Analyze project cost control methods, schedule coordination practices, and construction progress tracking procedures
• Explain the purpose, organization, and review process of construction pay applications and progress payment documentation
• Identify the procedures and documentation required for project closeout, including inspections, punch lists, warranties, and turnover documentation
• Use digital construction management tools such as Microsoft Excel and Procore to organize, track, and communicate project information
• Demonstrate advanced construction management skills through project milestones, applied project scenarios, and construction administration activities related to real-world project coordination and jobsite management

• Submittals, samples, and shop drawings
• Jobsite documentation and record keeping
• Subcontracting and purchasing
• Time and cost control
• Changes and claims
• Computerized project administration
• Progress payments
• Project closeout