Program Summary

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY - Associate in Science

This program is designed for individuals seeking entry level positions in the construction industry.  By fulfilling the program requirements, students will have the necessary knowledge and skills for a career in the construction industry. The students will learn a variety of skills in residential construction such as rough and finish carpentry, plumbing, electrical, concrete, blueprint reading, and construction management.

Career Opportunities
Entry level positions in the construction industry such as: rough and finish carpenters, plumbers, electricians, masons, apprentice programs, marketing and sales, and project managers.
Required Courses (10.5 credits)
Units: 10.5
ATCH 105
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT I
2.0
CTCH 260
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
3.0
CTCH 200
WORKPLACE SAFETY- OSHA10
0.5
CTCH 210
BLUEPRINT READING
2.0
CTCH 250
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
3.0
Plus 8 credits from the following:
Units: 8.0
BUS 283
INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT
3.0
CTCH 180A
BUILDING CODE I, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN PROVISIONS
3.0
CTCH 220
FOUNDATIONS AND SLABS
1.0
CTCH 222
FLOOR FRAMING
1.0
CTCH 224
WALL FRAMING
1.0
CTCH 226
ROOF CONSTRUCTION
1.0
CTCH 228
INTRODUCTION TO PLUMBING
1.0
CTCH 230
INTRODUCTION TO RESIDENTIAL WIRING
1.0
CTCH 232
FINISH CARPENTRY
1.0
EET 181
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
3.0
EET 183
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL WIRING
4.0
ENGR 201
PLANE SURVEYING
3.0
ENGR 226
ENGINEERING DRAWING
4.0
WELD 270A
BASIC WELDING
3.0
Total: 18.5
Program Outcomes
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for an entry level position in the construction industry.
Construction exams. Acceptance into an apprentice program.
Work in a safe manner.
Obtaining an OSHA10 card.