courses 235
ESM/Environmental
Systems Management
Climate Change & Cities
ESM-634AP | 1 CR Global warming and climate
change represent among the greatest challenges to
global well-being and security and to the future of
humans on Earth. This course will examine the science
and history of this crisis with a focus on the various
policy initiatives and actions being taken globally and
locally to both mitigate and prepare for the impacts of
climate change. The class will look at case studies from
different cities around the world and pay particular
attention to New York’s PlaNYC, which sets the goal of
30% reduction from current greenhouse gas emissions
by 2030.
Green Infra. Build/Design
ESM-739BP | 2 CR The primary focus of this
design/build course is to provide students with the
opportunity to not only design but to understand the
techniques of construction and implementation, gain-
ing valuable experience and knowledge of the practical
aspects of green infrastructure design. The course will
contain, in equal parts, learning and design modules
with weekend site visits as a requirement for the build
focus.
ESM Internship
ESM-9601P | 1 CR Internships are learning experi-
ences in the work place that relate to students’ major
and career goals. Interns are able to take the skills and
theories learned in the classroom and apply them to
real-life work experience. Students have the opportu-
nity to learn new skills and conceptsfrom professionals
in the field and to test career goals and explore career
options. Students also gain a more objective under-
standing of the experience through corollary meeting
and by recording their observations and completing
exploratory assignments.
ESM Internship
ESM-9602P | 2 CR Internships are learning experi-
ences in the work place that relate to students’ major
and career goals. Interns are able to take the skills and
theories learned in the classroom and apply them to
real-life work experience. Students have the opportu-
nity to learn new skills and concepts from professionals
in the field and to test career goals and explore career
options. Students also gain a more objective under-
standing of the experience through corollary meetings
and by recording their observations and completing
exploratory assignments.
EMS Internship
ESM-9603P | 3 CR Internships are learning experi-
ences in the work place that relate to students’ major
and career goals. Interns are able to take the skills and
theories learned in the classroom and apply them to
real-life work experience. Students have the opportu-
nity to learn new skills and concepts from professionals
in the field and to test career goals and explore career
options. Students also gain a more objective under-
standing of the experience through corollary meeting
and by recording their observations and completing
exploratory assignments.FM/Facilities Management
Computer App for Facilities
FM-621 | 3 CR Economic analysis and evalua-
tion of facilities to minimize return on investment are
covered in this course. Facilities are viewed as assets to
be managed as a portfolio. Topics include: monitoring
market conditions and lifecycle costs of existing facili-
ties, developing performance measurement criteria,
comparing alternatives for owned or leased space, new
or renovated facilities, optimizing the facility as an asset,
analyzing the impact of environmental, construction,
and marketing issues on project facilities and formulat-
ing a financially-viable development proposal.Principles of Facilities Management
FM-631 | 3 CR Introduces the role of the facilities
manager and examines facilities management through
forecasting and budgeting, architectural planning and
design, maintenance and operations management and
the integration of services. Basic principles of business
management are discussed in the context of facilities
management.Project Management
FM-632 | 3 CR Covers project management
from the concept phase through move-in, including
budgeting and cost estimating, the delivery process,
programming and space planning, selecting the design
team, and managing construction and occupancy.
Techniques for cost analysis, scheduling, and proce-
dures for contracting, construction coordination, and
the control of change orders are reviewed. The impact
of scheduling on contractor claims is studied along with
management reporting and feedback. Prerequisites:
take FM-631.Managerial Accounting/Finance
FM-633 | 3 CR Covers aspects of accounting
and finance of practical use to the facilities manager.
Emphasis is on the understanding of financial language,
statements, and instruments, their application, and the
use and interpretation of accounting data as a basis for
analysis and decision making.Facility Programming & Design
FM-634 | 3 CR Focusing on human/environment
relations, this course develops an awareness of the
design process and the significance of design in facility
performance. Students simulate the planning process
from programming through the delineation of major
design considerations and quality standards. Through a
combination of lectures, seminars, and group exercises
in decision making and role playing, the student experi-
ences the planning process as designer, owner, and
manager and examines the impact of the process on
the final building project.Facility Management/Operation
FM-636 | 3 CR Provides a comprehensive study
of maintenance and operations management of envi-
ronmental, communications, life/safety, and security
systems in buildings. Areas of study include advanced
mechanical and electrical systems, evaluation and
integration of systems, energy conservation, upgrading
systems with tenants in place, preventative mainte-
nance, and implications of maintenance and operations
for planning and design.Sustainable Construction Management
FM-646 | 3 CR Sustainable construction is no
longer an option. Issues such as global warming, high
oil prices, and a global economy have altered the con-
struction industries, the Federal Government, and the
world’s outlook on maintaining a sustainable environ-
ment. This course will equip students with the skills to
manage sustainable construction projects.Architecture of NYC
FM-651A | 2 CR New York City is a virtual store-
house of American architecture. The stock of buildings
includes examples of nearly every style of architecture
from colonial to postmodern. This course reviews the
various historical eras of architecture in New York City
and analyzes how they were affected by construction
technology and social and economic forces. Lectures
present the stylistic groupings of architecture and are
supplemented by visits to the unique historic districts
and architectural sites of the city.Architecture of NYC
FM-651B | 3 CR New York City is a virtual store-
house of American architecture. The stock of buildings
includes examples of nearly every style of architecture
from colonial to postmodern. This course reviews the
various historical eras of architecture in New York City
and analyzes how they were affected by construction
technology and social and economic forces. Lectures
present the stylistic groupings of architecture and are
supplemented by visits to the unique historic districts
and architectural sites of the city.