Construction Project Management (Co-op)
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Program Overview
Construction Project Management is a two-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program. The program begins with curriculum that will provide international students with the Canadian context necessary for their academic and employment success. In subsequent semesters, students will learn the knowledge and skills required to advance in the construction industry to a management position. Courses focus on theories and practices of modern construction management in residential, industrial, commercial and institutional construction projects.
Program Details
Program Code
CPJ3G
Credential:
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
45 Weeks
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2024 September
Toronto
Open
2025 May
Toronto
Open
Your Learning Experience
Note: this program is only available to international students at the Fanshawe Toronto @ILAC Location. Domestic students can apply to CPJ2.
Graduates of the Construction Project Management program plan, manage, and supervise a broad range of construction projects within the residential, industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) and civil infrastructure sectors of the construction industry.
As members of the multidisciplinary team, graduates establish and manage relationships among a broad range of project stakeholders and facilitate the identification of construction project scope, feasibility and goals. Graduates build, direct and lead construction project teams in the accomplishment of construction project goals, in accordance with project plans, workplace health and safety practices, sustainability practices and all applicable laws, codes, industry standards and ethical practices.
Program Progression
Fall Intake
| Fall | Winter | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Start Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
| Co-op | N/A | N/A |
Winter Intake
| Fall | Winter | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | Start Level 1 | Level 2 |
| Level 3 | Co-op | N/A |
Summer Intake
| Fall | Winter | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | N/A | Start Level 1 |
| Level 2 | Level 3 | Co-op |
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Develop and use strategies to promote continuous professional learning in the construction industry.
- Monitor and support workplace health and safety practices and procedures which are compliant with current legislation and regulations.
- Assess construction project* operations for compliance with contractual obligations, applicable laws, standards, bylaws, codes and ethical practices in construction methodology.
- Analyze and monitor construction processes to ensure that sustainability practices* are implemented in accordance with contract documents, industry standards and environmental legislative requirements.
- Establish and manage relationships among diverse project stakeholders* to achieve construction project* goals.
- Manage the production, storage, retrieval and communication of project-related digital documents according to best practices, to meet construction project* deadlines and goals.
- Perform a feasibility study to inform decisions in the planning phase of a construction project*.
- Schedule, manage and evaluate the progression of construction projects* by applying the principles, practices and tools of construction project management* to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Prepare estimates and manage procurement processes to control costs in accordance with best practices in construction project management*.
- Develop and oversee quality assurance and control* processes involved in the completion of construction projects* to meet project specifications and industry quality standards.
- Analyze and manage project risks to mitigate their impact throughout the construction project lifecycle*.
- Formulate human resource management strategies to optimize personnel requirements for construction project* completion.
- Build and lead multidisciplinary teams throughout the construction project lifecycle* to accomplish construction project* goals.
- Apply strategies for personal and professional development to enhance performance and maintain currency within the industry in a Canadian context.
Admission Requirements
A Two-Year College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma,
or a Degree in a construction related field
OR
An equivalent qualification from another institution as judged
by the College
OR
Acceptable combination of related work experience and
post-secondary education as judged by the College*
Note:
*Applicants may be required to submit a resume and cover
letter that includes details of work experience.
International Admission Equivalencies
Admission equivalencies for Fanshawe depends on your country of study. Please enter your location to see the requirements for your country below.
Applicant Selection Criteria
Applicant Selection Criteria
Where the number of eligible applicants exceeds the available
spaces in the program, the Applicant Selection Criteria will
be:
1. Preference for Permanent Residents of Ontario
2. Receipt of Application by February 1st (After this date,
Fanshawe College will consider applicants on a first-come,
first-served basis until the program is full)
3. Achievement in the Admission Requirements
Courses
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| CANS-6001 | Contemporary Canadian Society | 3 | ||
| Using a sociological lens, this course introduces students to the Canadian social landscape and key societal topics. Students will learn about Canada's history and the experiences of various ethnic, linguistic, and racial groups within the nation. Through understanding the myriad dynamics of culture, socialization, and oppression, students will gain critical insight and holistic understanding of Canadian contemporary society. Topics relevant to race, gender, class, and immigration will be examined in the context of increased equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives within Canadian institutions. | ||||
| CANS-6002 | Citizenship & Immigration in Canada | 3 | ||
| What are the factors that have influenced Canada's ever-evolving immigration and citizenship policies and how do these factors influence us today? These are the two major questions that we will address in this course. In answering these questions, we will look at why immigration was central to Canada's nation-building, why there was backlash to immigration, and why World War II was a catalyst for change in Canadian immigration policies. Through understanding the past, we will learn about today's understandings of culture, society, politics, civic responsibility, and belonging in relation to Canadian citizenship and immigration. | ||||
| COMM-6046 | Canadian Workplace Communications | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce post-graduate level international students to communication within the Canadian workplace. Topics to be covered will include verbal, non-verbal and written communications, with a focus on cultural differences. In this course, students will learn how to create basic workplace messages (including social media), engage in workplace conversations, organize workplace meetings, and deliver informal presentations. Instruction will emphasize the importance of tone, audience, purpose, body language, word choice, and grammar in the Canadian context. Through group work, students will develop interpersonal strategies for common face-to-face workplace interactions. By the end of the course, students will be able to confidently engage in basic communication with co-workers, clients and customers in the Canadian workplace. | ||||
| DEVL-6035 | The Canadian Workplace | 3 | ||
| This course will teach post-graduate level students that are new to the Canadian workplace the fundamentals of job searching practices, the various processes related to applying to jobs, interview techniques and employer expectations when interviewing. It will also examine workplace culture and on-the-job expectations in order to be successful in Canada. Students will become familiar with their rights and employment standards in Canada, and specifically in Ontario. Students will be able to create targeted resumes for various levels of employment in Canada. Students will also be introduced to the importance and value of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as it relates to workplace organizations. By the end of the course, students will have the necessary tool kit, including essential entry-level marketing documents and various resources to be successful, to begin their career journey in Canada. | ||||
| DEVL-6036 | Post-Secondary Learning in Canada | 3 | ||
| This course will prepare graduate-level international students for the learning environment in Canadian post-secondary institutions. Topics to be covered will include academic integrity, research methods and online learning. Students will learn to apply research, information evaluation and citation skills in addition to learning critical Academic Integrity principles. Students will also be exposed to common teaching and learning methods used in graduate certificate programs, including case-based learning, problem-based learning and experiential learning, and investigate relevant study skills and College resources that will support their learning and development Students will work individually and in groups, both in F2F and online learning environments, and will have ample opportunity for skill development that will support their success in future coursework. | ||||
| POLI-6001 | Canadian Government & Politics | 3 | ||
| Canada's governments and political systems are faced with the challenge of governing a diverse population who inhabit the second-largest nation in the world. Understanding those systems is key to living, learning and working in Canada. Students taking this course will learn the history and current status of Canadian political systems and leaders - from the foundations of the nation at Confederation to the policies and issues behind current government decisions. Students will understand the rights of citizens, the laws of the nation, the political parties that seek to govern us, our three levels of government, and how to engage with those levels for specific issues or needs. Throughout the course, students will learn how to find reliable Canadian media sources to develop the skills needed to critically analyse current issues and consider ways in which the political system could be improved - in part, by considering the policies and practices of other nations. | ||||
| SFTY-6014 | Occupational Health and Safety in Canada | 3 | ||
| This course provides an overview of health and safety legislation and practices in the Canadian workplace. Students will learn about the relevant legislative requirements, including rights and responsibilities of employees, supervisors, employers and joint health and safety committees. The course will cover various topics, including workplace hazards, risk assessments, risk mitigation measures using the hierarchy of control, basic emergency preparedness and response planning. Students will learn about injury prevention and accident investigation concepts, as well as claims management as it relates to Workplace Safety Insurance Board (WSIB). Students will learn best practices for maintaining a safe and healthy work environment as part of workplace dynamics which includes management structure and organizational culture. As students navigate this course, they will also learn about the importance of effective communication, training, and monitoring as it relates to health and safety. They will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to identify, assess, and control workplace hazards, and to promote a safe and healthy work environment. | ||||
Tuition Summary
Toronto
*Total program costs are approximate, subject to change and do not include the health and dental plan fee, bus pass fee or program general expenses.