Course Detail

This course covers the design development process from initial planning and needs assessment through final design documents and construction administration. The course will enable students to manage the design and planning process, including both the user and owner stakeholders and design team professionals.

Topics: Needs assessment; designer team selection; design contracts; estimating and budgeting; scheduling; entitlements and approvals; program development; schematic through construction drawings; life cycle cost analysis and value engineering; construction procurement; and contract administration.