Building Construction Technology - AAS Degree
The Building Construction Technology curriculum is designed to prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the fields of architecture, construction, construction management, and other associated professions.
Course work includes instruction in sustainable building and design, print reading, building codes, estimating, construction materials and methods, and other topics related to design and construction occupations.
Graduates of this pathway should qualify for entry-level jobs in architectural, engineering, construction, and trades professions as well as positions in industry and government.
This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to residential and commercial building construction and remodeling. Includes instruction in construction equipment and safety; site preparation and layout; construction estimating; print reading; building codes; framing; masonry; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; electrical and mechanical systems; interior and exterior finishing; and plumbing.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Building Construction Program, the graduate should be able to:
- Layout and construct a wood framed structure.
- Interpret construction documents.
- Demonstrate proper construction safety skills.
Building Construction Technology Checklist
Fall Semester I
| BPR-130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3 | | 0 | 3 |
| ARC-112 | Construction Materials & Methods | 3 | | 0 | 4 |
| CST-111 | Construction I | 3 | | 0 | 4 |
| CST-112 | Construction II | 3 | | 0 | 4 |
| ACA-122 | College Transfer Success | 0 | | 0 | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Spring Semester I
| CST-241 | Planning/Estimating I | 2 | | 0 | 3 |
| MAT-110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | | 0 | 3 |
| MAT-171 | Precalculus Algebra | 3 | | 0 | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14-15 |
Summer Semester I
Fall Semester II
| CMT-120 | Codes and Inspections | 3 | | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Spring Semester II
| CST-221 | Statics/Structures | 3 | | 0 | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Total Credit Hours: 65-66
Humanities/Fine Arts: ART-111, MUS-110, REL-110, REL-211, REL-212, or REL-221.
Communications: COM-110, COM-120, COM-231; ENG-110, ENG-111, ENG-112.
Social/Behavioral Sciences: ECO-251, ECO-252, HIS-111, HIS-112, HIS-131, HIS-132, PSY-150, or SOC-210.
BCT Electives: (Take 8 credits from: CMT-112, CMT-120, CMT-210, CMT-212; CST-131, CST-150, CST-241, CST-242, CST-251).
Program Electives: ACC, AHR, ART, BPR, BUS, CIS, CMT, CST, DFT, ECO, ELC, HYD, ISC, MAT, PLU, SPA-111, SST, WBL, WLD (Max. 9 credits per subject).