Granite Heavy Civil Minor (GHCM)

• It supports an integrated design and construction environment. 
• Market needs: there is a shortage of skills in heavy civil construction. 
• The industry is in need of qualified engineers and managers in the area of heavy civil construction. 
• The minor provides you with real-world work experience by integrating classwork with field activities. 
• GHCM prepares students from both majors to thrive in the growing heavy civil industry.
• The minor allows students to gain in-depth knowledge of:
  • Heavy Equipment Operations and Safety 
  • Heavy Engineering and Construction Management 
  • Heavy Construction Infrastructure 
  • Temporary Structures 
  • Estimation and Scheduling 

A very special thank you to Granite Construction, Beavers Charitable Trust and Caterpillar Inc. for the generous gifts that made the Granite Heavy Civil Minor possible.