SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry · Courses
CME
50 courses with the subject CME, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
CME 106Engr Materials/Sustainble Cons3
Two hours of lecture/discussion per week and one lab per week. Introduction to the principal structural materials used for building construction and their engineering properties and environmental impacts. The production and performance of these materials will be explored through class discussion and laboratory experiments. The application of each of the materials during sustainable construction processes will be emphasized. Spring. SUNY ESF | 313 | Course Catalog
One hour of lecture and discussion per week. Introduction to campus resources available to ensure academic success in the area of Sustainable Construction Management and Engineering. Fall.
Three hours of lecture per week. An introduction to the construction process with an emphasis on the unique aspects of light construction. Introduces construction management principles related to material properties, building science, structural design, estimating, and scheduling. Fall.
Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. Overview of sustainable design and construction concepts and practices. The emergence of green building, issues, and rating systems. Sources of chemicals in buildings, indoor air quality, and human comfort. Basic energy principles and energy-efficient technologies. Selection of materials. Role of the contractor in the management and construction of green projects. Spring.
CME 343 – Construction Estimating (3cr)CME 405 – Bldg Info Modeling/Construction Management (3cr) Any 300 level and above CEE courses on construction engineering and management (3 Credits)
Three hours of lecture per week. Introduction to the theory and practice of building science and building systems engineering with a focus on energy analysis and energy retrofits. Students will learn to conduct basic calculations manually, with spreadsheets, and with energy modeling software. Students will develop a semester-long digitally-based project as practice for team-based professional practice. Fall.
Field experience. Full or part-time employment with an organization that involves the student in an educational experience in a professional establishment. A resident faculty member must serve as the student's academic sponsor. Students shall report their activities to their instructor upon completion of the course. Fall and Spring.
Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. Principles of geotechnical engineering, site investigation methods, methods for improving sites, and the role of geotechnical engineering in construction contracts. Fall.
Occupational Safety and Health Practices in the construction industry with coverage of the U. S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Regulations (CFR 1910 and 1926 Standards). Detailed study of Construction Safety and Hazardous Communications programs, personal protective equipment, tools, electrical power, ladders, and scaffolding, floor and wall openings, cranes and power equipment. Special problems related to concrete work, erection and demolition. OSHA 30 Hr. card earned. Fall. Note: Credit will not be granted for both CME 331 and CME 531.
Three hours of lecture per week. The course introduces the basic concepts of mechanical systems design and construction for residential and commercial buildings. Simplified design and construction estimates are performed for heating, cooling, plumbing, sanitation, electrical, and lighting systems. Relevant code requirements are stressed. Fall.
Three hours of lecture per week. An introduction to the construction process with an emphasis on the unique aspects of light construction. Introduces construction management principles related to material properties, building science, structural design, estimating, and scheduling. Fall.
Field experience. Full or part-time employment with an organization that involves the student in an educational experience in a professional establishment. A resident faculty member must serve as the student's academic sponsor. Students shall report their activities to their instructor upon completion of the course. Fall and Spring. Prerequisite: CME 303
Three hours of lecture per week. An introduction to the basic concepts of building information modeling as a construction approach, and an exploration of its application to construction management. Emphasis on the use of building information modeling for estimation, scheduling, clash detection, and project communication. Spring. Prerequisite(s): CME 255 Plan Interpretation and Quantity Takeoff. Co-requisite: CME 343 Construction Estimating.
One hour of discussion, project instruction, and planning for a Capstone project per week. Based on a typical real-world project, this class allows the students to experience the concept of integrated project management by participating in the early stage business of project management. It requires the students to utilize the knowledge and skills to generate corresponding construction management products in the early stages of a project (even when the project is still under design). The course covers organizational structure, construction estimating, business model, construction scheduling, value engineering, and sustainability. Fall. Prerequisites: CME 343; CME 453; senior standing or permission of instructor
Three hours of lecture and discussion per week. Fundamentals of marketing forest products, building and construction industry materials, including products, markets, distribution, segmentation, pricing, promotion and sales. Specific focus is on the unique nature and issues of forest products and building materials; vertical and horizontal integration, distribution channels, market segmentation and product positioning strategies. Fall. Prerequisite: FOR 207 Introduction to Economics or equivalent.
Three hours of discussion/project instruction and/or implementation for a Capstone project per week. It utilizes a comprehensive real-world project opportunity to allow the students to experience the main stages and components of construction project management. It requires the students to apply the knowledge and skills obtained from previous courses to the project. The course mainly focuses on organizational structure, construction estimating, bidding process and documents, construction scheduling, value engineering, and sustainability. Spring. Prerequisites: CME 343, CME 440, CME 453 and senior standing or permission of instructor. Note: Credit will not be granted for both CME 454 and CME 654.
CEE Courses 300 Level and Above Computer and Information Technology Minor Coordinator: Dr. Gary Scott The computer and information technology minor is available to all ESF undergraduates who want to develop greater skill in computer science and information technology applications. By understanding the basic principles behind software development, students can more effectively use these tools in their chosen fields. To be eligible for this minor, a student must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.700 or better by the end of the sophomore year. Interested students must submit a minor enrollment form to their academic advisor and the minor coordinator for approval Seventeen credit hours (6 courses) in computer science courses, information technology courses, and other strongly computer-based and analysis courses are required to complete the minor. Required Courses (11 credits) • Choose One: • GNE 160 Computing Methods for Engineers and Physical Scientists (3) • ERE 335 Numerical and Computing Methods (3) • CIS 151 Fundamentals of Computing and Programming • CPS 196 Introduction to Computer Programming • ESF 200 Information Literacy (1) • CIS 252 Introduction to Computer Science (4) • CIS 351 Data Structures (3) Elective Courses (6 credits)
This is a seminar-type course, taught by a number of instructors. Each of them will have a 4-5 weeks to discuss specific topics such as emerging technologies to enhance the analysis, design, construction, performance, and asset management for construction projects such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), digital twins, drones, and Internet of Things (IoT); construction equipment management and selection for construction applications; composite, hybrid, or new materials for construction applications; emerging trends in project delivery, project cost estimation and control, and procurement of construction services; conflict resolution and negotiations; and sustainable construction. Spring.
One hour of lecture/seminar/preparation per week. A preparatory course for participation in a professional construction management proposal process including proposal development and professional presentation of the proposal. The course culminates in participation at a regional construction management competition sponsored by the Associated Schools of Construction Region 1. Fall. Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing and permission of the instructor.
One hour lecture per week. Discussion of content and administration of the Certified Associate Constructor (CAC) exam, a comprehensive review of CAC-type problems, and a targeted review of specific topics on the CAC exam. Fall. Prerequisite: Senior standing, or permission of the instructor. SUNY ESF | 317 | Course Catalog
Undergraduate students gain experience as teaching assistants. They assist the instructor with the teaching and learning experience, assist students with learning course concepts, and mentor students on how to succeed in an undergraduate course. Responsibilities vary by section and instructor. Fall and Spring. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. The student must have previously completed, with grade of B or better, the course in which they will assist.
One hour of lecture/discussion per week. Student papers/ presentations are directed toward professional issues in ethics and career preparation, Fall. Prerequisite(s): Senior status in SCME.
Conferences, library, laboratory and/or field research on a specific problem in wood products engineering. Written report required. Students shall report their activities to their instructor on a weekly basis for the duration of the course. Fall, Spring and Summer. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and advisor.
Three hours of lecture per week. Environmental Performance Measures for Buildings - Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. Overview of building rating systems for green construction, their development, present application, and future directions for growth. Explores the process for development of individual standards, different building certification systems that have been developed using these standards, and long-term development and code adoption of such certification systems. An experiment-based, analytical, or evaluative project is required. Fall. Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing, or upper division standing with approval of instructor. Note: Credit will not be given for both CME 304 and CME 504.
Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. Exploration of construction management-related issues in creating a more sustainable energy use in our building stock. Integrating sustainable energy sources in construction as well as issues related to using energy more efficiently. An experiment-based, analytical, or evaluative project is required. Fall. Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing, or upper division standing with approval of instructor. Note: Credit will not be given for both CME 305 and CME 505.
Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. Analysis of heavy construction operations and related environmental concerns. Production calculations, means and methods selection and operating costs of heavy construction equipment are addressed. The economics of equipment use are analyzed. The use of a digitizer in earthwork quantity takeoff is explored. The outcome of the course is to select the most cost efficient and performance efficient method and equipment. A term paper is required. Spring. Note: Credit will not be granted for both CME 525 and CME 350.
Three hours of lecture per week. Occupational Safety and Health practices in the construction industry. An overview of the US Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, 29 CFR 1910 and 29 CFR 1926. Comprehensive review of: general safety and health requirements, hazard communication, confined space entry, lockout/tagout programs, workplace SUNY ESF | 318 | Course Catalog
Three hours of lecture per week. The course introduces the basic concepts of mechanical systems design and construction for residential and commercial buildings. Simplified design and construction estimates are performed for heating, cooling, plumbing, sanitation, electrical, and lighting systems. Relevant code requirements are stressed. An experiment-based project is required. Fall. Note: Credit will not be given for both CME 332 and CME 532.
Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. Statistics, cost of money, rates of return, cash flow, budget development, cost tracking, productivity and progress, constructability and value engineering, change control and risk analysis. Prerequisite: Upper division standing or permission of instructor. Note: Credit will not be granted for both CME 535 and CME 335.
Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. Definition and explanation of estimating/bidding theory and process. The processes for reviewing and interpreting contracts, specifications and blueprints as well as their role in the estimating/bidding process. Perform a quantity takeoff. Create a final estimate/bid, including the appropriate General Conditions and Markups. Several projects based on the concepts listed above as well as utilizing either a spreadsheet or Timberline Precision Estimating. A term paper describing how the relevant topics of the course fit a specific industry application, and production of an additional project based on Timberline Precision estimating software or equivalent are required. Spring. Prerequisites: CME 255 Plan Interpretation and QTO or basic estimating experience and permission of the instructor. Note: Credit will not be granted for both CME 543 and CME 343.
Three hours of lecture per week. Principles of sustainable residential construction; the adaptation of biological, ecological, and cultural elements into building performance standards, practical building specifications, standards and systems. Spring.
Three hours of lecture per week. Building upon the estimating skills developed through undergraduate coursework and professional experience this course will look at how to address global estimating concerns such as monetary value between various currencies, how the SUNY ESF | 319 | Course Catalog
Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. The use of Gantt, Activity on Node, Precedence Diagram, PERT and Linear schedules. Identification of activities and duration analyses of these activities. Update schedules, plan and assign resources, plan cost and schedule. Schedule development is performed both manually and with industry accepted software. A term paper describing how the relevant topics of the course fit a specific industry application and an additional project utilizing the software are required. Fall.
Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. How to define and properly identify company organizational structures. Project delivery systems, integration of estimating, bidding, scheduling and cost control into the management process. How safety, quality control, value engineering, procurement, labor relations and insurance and bonding requirements are integral parts of a construction project. A term paper describing how the relevant topics of the course fit a specific industry application is required. Spring. Prerequisite(s):CME 543, CME 653, or equivalent experience and permission of the instructor. Note: Credit will not be granted for both CME 654 and CME 454.
Independent research topics in Sustainable Construction Management and Wood Science. Students shall report their activities to their instructor on a weekly basis for the duration of the course. Fall, Spring or Summer. Credit hours to be arranged.
