Construction Technology - Associate in Arts
Successful completion of the Associate in Arts in Construction Technology prepares students for entry into the construction trades, which require a technical skill and understanding of construction processes. Students planning on transferring to a four-year school should complete the AA Degree, which includes general education courses. Specific four-year institutions may require additional courses in the major to fulfill lower division requirements. This degree may not transfer to all universities, and students need to inquire of the universities if they have a bachelor’s degree for their upper division course work.
A grade of "C" or better is required for each course in the major or area of emphasis. A "P" (Pass) grade is an acceptable grade for courses in the major or area of emphasis if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.
CAREER OPTIONS:
- Building Inspector
- Cabinet Maker
- Carpenter
- Ceramic Tile Installer
- Concrete Form Setter or Mason
- Construction Worker
- Construction Management
- Contractor
- Drywall Hanger, Taper, and Texturing
- Electrician
- Estimator
- Furniture Making
- Home Improvement Material Retail Sales
- Insulation Installer
- Mill Wrights
- Painter
- Plasterer
- Plumber
- Residential Maintenance
- Roofer
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate appropriate use of construction tools, methods and materials, follow safety practices and procedures used in the industry.
- Demonstrate understanding of construction terms, concepts, and hands-on applications. Students will problem solve a variety of applications in the construction industry including written and practical demonstrations.
- Read and interpret building codes, blueprints, manuals, specifications, shop drawings, and communicate with diverse groups developing an understanding of cultural norms and communication skills.
- Apply effective use of emerging technologies in the construction trades including green application and energy efficiency.
- Apply the skills learned from construction technologies courses to work on projects that involve building homes for low-income families (e.g. Habitat for Humanity and Emergency Housing).
- Be well-rounded, compassionate, responsible, ethical professionals with a willingness to serve the local community’s needs.
- Demonstrate environmentally sustainable and sensitive aesthetics.
Major Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CNSTR 101A | Tools, Materials, and Safety | 2 |
| CNSTR 101B | Residential Construction Framing | 3 |
| CNSTR 102A | Residential Plumbing Systems | 3 |
| CNSTR 102B | Residential/Commercial Wiring | 3 |
| CNSTR 115 | Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| CNSTR 117 | OSHA Construction Safety Standards | 1 |
| CNSTR 125 | Energy Efficiency Construction | 3 |
| Total Units | 18 | |
AA Degree Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | 18 | |
| General Education Requirements | 34 | |
| Degree Applicable Electives | 8 | |
Complete two courses for the U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals Requirement (US-1, US-2, and US-3) | ||
| Total Units | 60 | |