The Professional Certificate in Construction Supervision is an eight-course comprehensive certificate program created for people with a background in construction looking to advance their construction supervisory skills. Students must complete six core classes and two electives to earn the certificate in Construction Supervision with an emphasis in either Civil Sitework or Building. All classes should be completed within two years of starting the program.
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Course Format
Courses are offered in cooperation with the San Diego Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America.
Construction supervision requires a wide variety of skills including: people skills (effective leadership, accident prevention, and clear communication), technical skills (planning, scheduling, cost control, and productivity improvements), and management skills (project management, contract and document comprehension, and complex problem-solving).
The Professional Certificate in Construction Supervision is a variation on the popular AGC Supervisory Training Program with added material such as web tours, expanded topic studies, and group problem-solving sessions that address common industry issues.
This online program provides the flexibility to study anytime and anywhere, and students have an entire week to complete each assignment. (Students should dedicate about five hours per week, per class.) Courses do not need to be taken in any particular order and there are no prerequisites. Students should self-assess whether they have the construction background necessary for this program.
The Certificates
- Complete six core classes, chosen from: Leadership and Motivation, Oral and Written Communication, Problem Solving and Risk Management, Contract Documents and Construction Law, Planning and Scheduling, and Construction Productivity and Cost Management.
- To earn the Professional Certificate in Construction Supervision with an Emphasis in Building, complete two additional classes: Building Green Buildings: The Contractor's Perspective and Construction Project Management.
Or - To earn the Professional Certificate in Construction Supervision with an Emphasis in Civil Sitework, complete two additional classes: Construction Equipment and Methods and Practical Applications of Civil Sitework.
- This certificate, with either emphasis, can be completed in 5 months. All classes should be completed within two years of starting the program.
| Core Courses (complete all six) | 20FA | 21SP I | 21SP II | 21SU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR 0028 Leadership and Motivation | 9/14-11/22 | 4/5-6/13 | ||
| ENGR 0030 Oral and Written Communication | 1/11-3/21 | ✔ | ||
| ENGR 0048 Problem Solving and Risk Management | 9/14-11/22 | 4/5-6/13 | ||
| ENGR 0031 Contract Documents and Construction Law | 1/11-3/21 | ✔ | ||
| ENGR 0032 Planning and Scheduling | 9/14-11/22 | 1/11-3/21 | 4/5-6/13 | ✔ |
| ENGR 0049 Construction Productivity and Cost Management | 9/14-11/22 | 4/5-6/13 | ||
| Elective Courses (complete two in chosen area of emphasis) | 20FA | 21SP I | 21SP II | 21SU |
| Emphasis in Civil Sitework | ||||
| ENGR 0043 Construction Equipment and Methods | 1/11-3/21 | 4/5-6/13 | ✔ | |
| ENGR 0044 Practical Applications of Civil Sitework | 9/14-11/22 | 4/5-6/13 | ||
| Emphasis in Building | ||||
| ENGR 0038 Building Green Buildings: The Contractor's Perspective | 1/11-3/21 | ✔ | ||
| ENGR 0047 Construction Project Management | 9/14-11/22 | 4/5-6/13 |
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$69,000-$97,000
Enrolling in the Program
Enroll in the program at any time, even before registering for a course. It’s free, and offers many benefits:
- Secure your curriculum (should the requirements change in the future).
- See upcoming courses when you log into your student account.
- Track your progress.
Enrolling in a program doesn’t mean you’re registered for courses. You still must register and pay for each course you wish to take.
Location of Classes
This certificate program is held online. Consistent access to the Internet is required.
This program is authorized by SDSU's College of Engineering. Students earn three professional development units per course.
Workplace Benefits
- Proven techniques from experts in construction specialties
- Practical on-the-job skills you can use right away
- The knowledge you need to move into supervisory roles
To read answers to frequently asked questions, please see Online Construction Certificate FAQs. To contact the Student Services Coordinator, please email construction.ces@sdsu.edu or call (619) 594-8272.
This program presented in partnership with a third-party provider is not taught by San Diego State University faculty. It is authorized by SDSU's College of Engineering for professional development credit. Courses offered with third-party providers are not degree-eligible at San Diego State University.