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Two-Year Construction Curriculums: Industry Revisits Its Recommendations

Joseph J. Cecere,Ph.D.,CPC Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg

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The objective of an educational program is to provide the necessary information and skills for its graduates to perform successfully in a chosen profession. However, this goal may prove difficult if the curriculum is not revised and updated to keep abreast of the changes and advancements being made, especially in the industrial world. Over a period of time, the content and applications of a successful program become old and needs to be revised.

A method often undertaken by universities is a follow-up study of the alumni. This data measures the success of the program’s graduates and consequently, the relevance of the program’s curriculum content. Employers can provide considerable information regarding the value of a graduate’s educational training and their perception of the ideal construction curriculums, and possible other course selections.

Advancements in the construction field mandate that construction programs be reviewed periodically to determine how effectively they meet the needs of both the student and the industry. Construction programs must seek information from the industry to adapt to rapidly changing occupational requirements. This data will provide another resource for evaluating the individual construction curriculums in order to stay current.

In fall 2000, the Associated General Contractors (AGC), in conjunction with The Pennsylvania State University, conducted a national study of the AGC members in order to evaluate the subject areas offered in two-year university/college construction programs. The report, which was accepted by the national education committee, will update AGC’s publication on “Recommended Guidelines for University Four and Two–Year Construction Curriculums.” The report will also be disseminated to accreditation agencies that will utilize this data as a resource for their standards.

This paper will review this study and discuss AGC’s recommended guidelines for a two-year construction curriculum.

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The goal of any educational program is to provide each student with the necessary information and skills that allow him or her to perform in a chosen career. This goal may prove difficult if the curriculum offered by the university is not revised or updated in order to keep abreast of the changes and advancements being made, especially in the industrial world. Throughout any period of time, techniques, methods and content, which are included in a successful program, become outdated and need revisions. A method often undertaken by universities is a follow-up study of the alumni. This data measures the success of the program’s graduates and consequently, the relevance of the program’s curriculum content. This method also provides feedback from potential employers 1

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Cecere, J. (2002, June), Two Year Construction Curriculums: Industry Revisits Their Recommendations Paper presented at 2002 Annual Conference, Montreal, Canada. 10.18260/1-2--11303