Dec 17, 2025  
2025-2026 University Catalog 
    
2025-2026 University Catalog

CON E 520 - Environmentally Conscious Construction


Units: 3
Grading Method: CNO - Letter (No Cr/NC)

Prerequisite(s): CON E 312  for construction engineering and construction management majors; CIV E 444  for civil engineering and environmental engineering majors. Proof of completion of prerequisite(s) required: Copy of transcript.

Design and design processes to target a sustainable structure. Construction practices associated with protection of environment. Application of industry standards for environmental and energy performance of buildings. Impacts on selection of methods, materials, and equipment for construction. Design of procurement and management systems to support environmentally conscious building. Commissioning and startup.

Formerly numbered: CON E 420
Note: Not open to students with credit in CON E 420.

Typically Offered: Spring