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DegreeConstruction Management, Associate of Science

CertificateConstruction Technology, Certificate of Achievement

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This two-year program is designed to prepare students for positions as first-line supervisors and managers in the construction industry. Graduates of the program will be

prepared to work with contractors, architect, engineer, and suppliers and perform such duties as material takeoff, cost estimation, purchasing, and timekeeping.

Program Learning OutcomesThe successful student will be able to:• safely execute technical skills in lab environments that are

required for employment in the construction industry.• investigate and resolve problems in construction planning,

scheduling and management• demonstrate the ability to interpret architectural and

construction drawings and documents, demonstrating knowledge of various building materials and methods and related building technologies.

Construction Management Associate of Science Degree

Career Opportunities:Construction Supervisor, Construction Manager.

To Achieve the Associate of Science DegreeUpon completion of graduation requirements and the required degree courses with at least a ‘C’ grade in each course, the student will be awarded a Construction Technology Associate of Science Degree.

Total Units: 34Required CoursesCourse # Name UnitsARCH B55 Residential Building Codes 3.0ARCH B56 Commercial Codes 3.0BSAD B61 Human Resources Management 3.0CNST B1 Introduction to Construction 3.0CNST B2 Estimating and Scheduling 3.0CNST B3 Construction Supervision and Project

Management3.0

CNST B5 Building Construction I 4.0CNST B6 Building Construction II 4.0CNST B7 Residential Finish Construction 4.0CNST B9 Residential Electrical Wiring 4.0

Recommended SequenceSemester 1 (14 units — suggested GE listed)Course # Name UnitsCNST B1 Introduction to Construction 3.0CNST B5 Building Construction I 4.0ENGL B1A Expository Composition 3.0TECM B52 Mathematic Tools for Careers 3.0STDV B1 Educational Planning 1.0

Semester 2 (15 units — suggested GE listed)Course # Name UnitsCNST B6 Building Construction II 4.0CNST B7 Residential Finish Construction 4.0ART B5 Three-Dimensional Design 3.0HIST B17B History of the United States Since 1870 3.0PHED Choose one 1.0

Semester 3 (16 units — suggested GE listed)Course # Name UnitsARCH B55 Residential Building Codes 3.0CNST B2 Estimating and Scheduling 3.0BSAD B61 Human Resources Management 3.0POLS B1 American Government: National, State and

Local3.0

PHSC B12 Physical Science 4.0

Semester 4 (16 units — suggested GE listed)Course # Name UnitsARCH B56 Commercial Codes 3.0CNST B3 Construction Supervision and Project

Management3.0

CNST B9 Residential Electrical Wiring 4.0POLS B1 American Government: National, State and

Local3.0

HLED B1 Principles of Health Education 3.0

Category UnitsUnits in Major 34.0Local GE 27.0Degree Total 61.0

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The requirements for the Construction Technology Certificate of Achievement are intended to provide students with the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge to enter into the

diverse residential construction field. So each student can explore and design their respective career path, emphasis is placed on blending technical skill development, industrial safety with practical lab activities. Students can obtain these courses from within the Construction Technology area and from the various related disciplines (architecture, industrial drawing, industrial technology and wood technology).

Program Learning OutcomesThe successful student will be able to:• demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and safety principles

required for industrial employment.• demonstrate problem solving skills used in industrial design

and product development.• demonstrate a deep understanding of the core material

required for transfer to a four year university degree program or for certification in the department programs.

Career Opportunities:Construction Worker, Construction Manager.

To Achieve the Certificate of AchievementUpon completion of the following courses with at least a ‘C’ grade in each course, the student will be awarded a Construction Technology Certificate of Achievement.

Total Units: 27Required CoursesCourse # Name UnitsARCH B6 Materials of Construction 3.0ARCH B55 Residential Building Codes 3.0CNST B1 Introduction to Construction 3.0CNST B2 Estimating and Scheduling 3.0CNST B50A Residential Construction

or7.0

CNST B50B Residential Construction 7.0INDR B12 Introduction to Drafting and CAD 2.0INDT B10 Occupational Readiness -or equivalent 3.0WOOD B2 Furniture and Cabinetmaking 3.0

ElectivesCourse # Name UnitsARCH B56 Commercial Codes 3.0AUTO B1AB Introduction to Automotive Technology 4.0INDR B20A Computer Aided

Drafting and Design (CAD) 3.0

MATH B50 Modern College Arithmetic and Pre-Algebra

4.0

WELD B1A Introduction to the Welding Process 2.0

Construction Technology Certificate of Achievement