CM Program Mission

Citrus College Construction Management (CM) program equips students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed for entry-level construction careers. Through an industry-aligned curriculum, hands-on experiences, and strategic partnerships, we cultivate a safe, accessible, and equitable environment that empower our diverse student population to achieve long-term success.

Vision

We envision Citrus College as a hub of excellence in construction management education — one that delivers responsive, high-quality learning opportunities. Our goal is to empower students to overcome challenges, embrace innovation, and emerge as active contributors to the future of the construction industry.

Core Values

• Student Success and Completion: Meeting student needs by creating an educational environment in which students can attain a variety of goals
  
  
• Excellence: Maintaining a high standard of integrity and performance leading to the achievement of academic and career goals
  
  
• Collaboration: Seeking input from all sectors of the college and the community
  
  
• Diversity: Fostering a learning community in which the diverse values, goals, and learning styles of all students are recognized and supported
  
  
• Lifelong Learning: Encouraging enthusiastic, independent thinkers and learners striving for personal growth
  
  
• Integrity: Behaving ethically in all interactions at all levels
  
  
• Technological Advancement: Implementing cutting-edge technology that enhances instruction and prepares students for life-long success

Teaching Philosophy

Our teaching philosophy is built on the combined expertise of construction industry practitioners and academic professionals, with the student at the center of our mission. We believe that education is a collaborative, two-way process where instructors act as mentors, coaches, and advisors—dedicated to ensuring every student's success.

• Student-Centered Learning
  We prioritize personalized instruction that meets each student's unique needs and leverages their individual experiences.
  
  
• Communication and Collaboration
  By fostering open dialogue and active listening, we create a classroom environment that values two-way communication and mutual trust.
  
  
• Adaptability and Inclusivity
  Recognizing that no two students are alike, we strive to be flexible, accessible, and inclusive — welcoming diverse perspectives as a catalyst for richer learning experiences.
  
  
• Win-Win Philosophy
  We operate on a win-win principle: a student's success directly reflects our success. Our commitment is to be the best mentors, coaches, and supporters, guiding students toward lifelong learning and career achievement.
  
  
• Diversity in Construction
  We acknowledge that diversity enhances integrated construction teams, driving innovation and improved project outcomes. Our classroom mirrors the global industry by welcoming a variety of backgrounds and experiences, thereby enriching the learning process for everyone.

Objectives

1. Deliver a Comprehensive Two-Year Program
   Provide a robust educational experience that builds the essential knowledge and skills for thriving in modern construction project environments
   • Industry Engagement: Maintain active collaboration with the industry advisory board (IAB) to ensure curriculum relevance
   • Benchmarking Excellence: Participate in industry conferences and professional events to benchmark academic standards
   • Continuous Improvement: Implement and regularly update a comprehensive continuous improvement plan
     
     
2. Facilitate Pathways to Gainful Employment
   Expose students to diverse entry-level opportunities and support their transition into the workforce
   • Career Exploration: Facilitate internships, apprenticeships, and job advancement opportunities
   • Industry Partnerships: Develop strategic alliances with industry leaders to enrich the learning experience
   • Real-World Insights: Bring industry experts into the classroom
   • Collaborative Support: Foster strong working relationships among students, faculty, and career counselors
   • Employment Services: Provide dedicated support in resume building, interview preparation, and networking
     
     
3. Ensure Curriculum Relevance and Continuous Improvement
   Align the program with regional industry needs through ongoing review and refinement
   • Annual Reviews: Evaluate and update program goals and objectives yearly to stay in sync with institutional and industry strategies
   • Regular Evaluations: Conduct recurring program and curriculum assessments
   • Feedback-Driven Enhancements: Implement improvements based on input from industry partners and alumni
   • Outcome Assessments: Administer annual student learning outcomes (SLO) and course learning outcomes (CLO) assessments
   • Advisory Leverage: Utilize insights from the construction management IAB to guide improvements
   • Administrative Support: Secure continuous backing and funding from Citrus College administration
     
     
4. Achieve ACCE Accreditation
   Pursue accreditation from the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) to affirm the program's quality and industry relevance
   • Mentor Engagement: Work closely with an assigned ACCE mentor for ongoing guidance
   • Professional Development: Attend ACCE conferences to stay current with training and accreditation standards
   • Active Participation: Contribute to ACCE initiatives and participate as a valued member of the ACCE VT community
     
     
5. Adopt a Win-Win Instructional Approach
   Foster an educational environment where both students and educators benefit through mutual success
   • Instructional Philosophy: Develop and implement a comprehensive CM instructional framework that emphasizes partnership
   • Interpersonal Skills: Integrate the development of communication and collaboration skills throughout the curriculum
   • Professional Integrity: Deliver courses grounded in professionalism, ethical standards, teamwork, and sustained professional trust
     
     
6. Prepare Students for the CMIT Credential
   Equip students to earn the Construction Manager-in-Training (CMIT) credential from the Construction Management Association of America
   • Professional Association: Establish and operate the Citrus College Construction Management Association (CC-CMA) to foster leadership and professional growth
   • Leadership Opportunities: Integrate student participation in leadership roles and support functions within the CMA framework

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Accessibility Compliance Notation
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   • Degree Type: check the AS box

Full Time Equivalent Students (FTES)

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Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation from an accredited associate degree program, ACCE requires that all graduates shall be able to:

1. Apply effective communication, both orally and in writing.
2. Apply quantity takeoff skills for bidding or budgeting purposes on a construction project.
3. Apply the aptitude to schedule a basic construction project.
4. Apply current technology related to the construction industry.
5. Apply the interpretation of construction documents (contracts, specifications, and drawings) used in managing a construction project.
6. Apply basic principles of construction accounting.
7. Apply basic surveying techniques used in building layout.
8. Understand basic principles of ethics in the construction industry.
9. Understand the fundamentals of contracts, codes, and regulations that govern a construction project.
10. Understand basic construction methods and materials.
11. Understand basic safety hazards on a construction site and standard prevention measures.
12. Understand the basic principles of structural design.
13. Understand the basic principles of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.

The steps to apply and register for credit courses at Citrus College may be found on the admissions and records website.

CIP Code

522001 - Construction Management, General.

Degree Description

Today's construction industry utilizes construction management best practices to oversee, manage and control the scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety and risk during all stages of its projects life-cycle (planning, design, pre-construction, construction and closeout). Successful completion of construction management courses prepares students for entry-level opportunities in one of many functions and/or positions that support the construction project management team. For students who already have prior construction industry experience, this program will prepare them for potential promotional opportunities.

Possible Job Titles

construction manager, project manager, superintendent and/or crew-supervisor