Construction Industry Articles

ARTICLES & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Below is a growing collection of articles and ACCE Announcements. The articles contain a variety of topics relating to the construction industry and construction education.

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10 Reasons A Career in Construction is a Smart Move in 2025 and Beyond

Chip Mansfield

Dec 86 min read

10 Reasons A Career in Construction is a Smart Move in 2025 and Beyond

The construction industry was especially hit hard during the pandemic when projects ground to a halt or slowed down enough to send smaller c

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ACCE Accredited Programs in Construction – A Win Win for Students & Employers

Dr. Khalid Siddiqi

Nov 273 min read

ACCE Accredited Programs in Construction – A Win Win for Students & Employers

There are more than 100 ACCE-accredited programs across the United States and Canada

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What is Construction Management? | TAMU College of Architecture

COA Communications TAMU

Nov 78 min read

What is Construction Management? | TAMU College of Architecture

There is something uniquely satisfying about working as a construction manager. This role combines the best of both worlds, offering hands-o

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Master of Science in Construction Management program allows industry pros to learn while they earn

COA Communications TAMU

Sep 132 min read

Master of Science in Construction Management program allows industry pros to learn while they earn

A Master of Science in Construction Management graduate degree enables professionals around the globe to continue their full-time careers wh

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ACCE Unwavering Commitment to Construction Excellence

Steve Nellis

Apr 182 min read

ACCE Unwavering Commitment to Construction Excellence

The American Council for Construction Education’s (ACCE) unwavering commitment to construction education is demonstrated one more time even

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An ACCE Scholarship Can Impact Your Career in Construction Management

Chip Mansfield

Jan 84 min read

An ACCE Scholarship Can Impact Your Career in Construction Management

The following article was created following an interview (Q&A) with Dr. Armin Yeganeh, Assistant Professor in the Construction Management...

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Chip Mansfield

Nov 6, 20233 min read

Evolution of Construction Education

In the early 1970s, colleges and universities began recognizing construction as a distinct discipline, separate from civil engineering or ar

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Scholars study new methods for safer digging near jobsite buried utility lines

Richard Nira

Oct 10, 20231 min read

Scholars study new methods for safer digging near jobsite buried utility lines

AUGUST 24, 2022 On the jobsite, buried utility lines pose a threat of serious injury or death to excavator operators; excavation mishaps...

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Sarah Wilson

Oct 10, 20236 min read

Demolition Woman

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 Professor seeks to turn trash into new, sustainable structures Buildings that face demolition could soon be transformed...

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Construction degree meeting demands for skilled construction industry workers in Central Florida

Steve Nellis

Sep 18, 20231 min read

Construction degree meeting demands for skilled construction industry workers in Central Florida

Some sectors including building construction, specialty trade contractors, and heavy and civil engineering construction are expected to grow

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Let's Join Forces to Make Construction Education the Best

Chip Mansfield

May 31, 20233 min read

Let's Join Forces to Make Construction Education the Best

National accreditation of construction education programs guarantees consistent excellence through rigorous standards put in place ...

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Opportunities for Women in the Construction Industry

Chip Mansfield

May 31, 20232 min read

Opportunities for Women in the Construction Industry

Women bring a unique perspective to the construction industry. Their attention to detail, focus on safety, and ability to collaborate...

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Chapter One: The Birth of the American Council for Construction Education

stevenellis4

May 11, 20236 min read

Chapter One: The Birth of the American Council for Construction Education

As the construction process became more technical in terms of the types of materials, tools and equipment being used,.

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Accreditation of Construction Education Programs

stevenellis4

May 11, 20233 min read

Accreditation of Construction Education Programs

This document was developed utilizing many resources and historical documents.

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stevenellis4

May 11, 20232 min read

Historic Overview of Accreditation

Accreditation of post-secondary education in the United States grew out of attempts in the late 1800’s by certain colleges and universities

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Chip Mansfield

Mar 8, 20235 min read

A BLUEPRINT FOR CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION

Organic buildings are the strength and lightness of the spider’s spinning, buildings qualified by light, bred by native character to...

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