The Building Maintenance Technology II course examines the multi-faceted construction industry. Students will explore contract documents and how each is pertinent to establishing business relationships with designers, clients, and other stakeholders. They will identify what goes into building a successful contract and how estimates, costs, and timeframes are estimated and calculated. Drafting techniques using CAD and BIM technology will also be discussed, specifically pertaining to how these technologies have transformed the building industry. Several logistical components like zoning, property lines, property setbacks, site elevations, calculating materials and labor costs, and establishing construction schedules are critical to the building process. Students will discover the impact of the built environment on the natural environment and how it has evolved over many years. Finally, students will learn about issues related to sustainability and creating more environmentally-friendly practices, procurement, and techniques in the construction industry.