Our curriculum involves a variety of educational components that create a solid foundation for a successful career in construction.
Construction Science & Management Degree
The four-year degree in construction science and management is offered through the Herbert College of Agriculture. It is a blended program of science, engineering, business, architecture and technology that provides a strong, broad background in construction management. The plan of study encompasses the numerous components inherent to a successful construction manager. This concentration has provisions for elective courses to be taken in the specified subject areas. Students should consult with their advisors each semester about their interests and the appropriate classes to meet the students’ needs. Internships will not be counted as course credit but are highly recommended and serve as a major component to a successful construction career.
Please review the 2024-2025 Brochure Showcase Curriculum.
Take a look at the 2024-2025 Academic Course Catalog.
Construction Science Club
The Construction Science Club, a student-governed organization, provides engagement with the construction industry and additional educational opportunities beyond the classroom. Examples of extracurricular activities include: introduction to professional societies, volunteerism, seminars, field trips, student competitions, intramural sports, and fellowship.
The club is comprised of students and friends of the construction science and management program in the Department of Biosystems Engineering and Soil Science. The primary goals of the club are the development of relationships with national and state professional construction organizations, expanding construction knowledge, and enhancing the spirit of giving through volunteerism.
The club currently holds student chapter charters with:
- The Associated Builders and Contractors sponsored by The Associated Builders and Contractors-Greater Tennessee Chapter
- The Associated General Contractors of America sponsored by The Associated General Contractors of Tennessee-Knoxville Branch
- National Electrical Contractors Association
Other Affiliations:
- Association of Construction Women
- Construction Specifications Institute
- National Association of Women in Construction
- Tennessee Road Builders Association
For more information, email club advisor Angela V. Smith at abrawle1@tennessee.edu.
The Construction Science and Management (CSM) degree is in the preliminary process of seeking accreditation through the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE).
- Program Objectives:
- Ensure 95% First Destination Success within six months of graduation. (UTK Published data- Career Outcomes Full Report)
- Ensure 95% of students have multiple diverse opportunities for experiential learning. (CSM Graduate Exit Surveys)
- The Construction Science and Management (CSM) major does not have additional first-time admissions requirements beyond the UT system; however, transfer or change of major students seeking admission into the CSM degree program must be in good academic standing (2.00 or higher in the UT system).
- UTK Admissions Requirements: https://admissions.utk.edu/undergraduate-application/first-year-student
- Each academic major at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville is identified with a Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code as defined by the US Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Educational Statistics (NCES). The CSM CIP code is 52.2001
- ACCE Student Learning Outcomes Summary Reports: Summary Reports
- Enrollment and Graduation History:
| Academic Year | Enrollment – Fall | Enrollment – Spring | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 – 2024 | 277 | 281 | 59 |
| 2022 – 2023 | 237 | 239 | 40 |
| 2021 – 2022 | 188 | 198 | 42 |
| 2020 – 2021 | 140 | 155 | 15 |
| 2018 – 2019 | 96 | 115 | 22 |
| 2017 – 2018 | 80 | 86 | 18 |
| 2016 – 2017 | 64 | 70 | 22 |
| 2015 – 2016 | 52 | 58 | 8 |
| 2014 – 2015 | 30 | 40 | 9 |
| 2013 – 2014 | 22 | 28 | 6 |