Program Purpose:
The Construction Technology Associate Degree Program prepares the student for a productive career in residential and light commercial construction. The program furnishes a broad-based knowledge combined with detailed training in theory, knowledge and hands-on-labs in areas that provide the technical and managerial expertise, allowing for future advancement in the construction industry.
Our curriculum places particular emphasis on "green" building techniques. Students will earn industry recognized credentials under NCCER (National Center for Construction and Education Research), as the corner stone of our program. As certified professionals under NCCER, our students will be part of a safe, productive and sustainable workforce of construction professionals. Students are prepared for a wide range of construction-related positions such as self-employed contractors, project designers, and various levels of supervision. Upon completion of the program, our students have an understanding of their opportunities for advancement and growth at every step of career development.
Job Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics: Employment of carpenters is projected to grow 8 percent from 2016 to 2026, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Population growth should result in more new- home construction—the largest segment employing carpenters which will require many new workers. The construction of factories and power plants is also expected to result in some new job opportunities in the next ten years.
Carpenters work indoors and outdoors on many types of construction projects, from building highways and bridges to installing kitchen cabinets. Carpenters may work in cramped spaces. They frequently shift between lifting, standing, and kneeling, the result of which can be tiring. Those who work outdoors are subject to variable weather conditions, which may limit a carpenter’s ability to the median annual wage for carpenters was $43,600 in May 2018.
Required Courses
Required Courses
Related General education Courses
| CIS 101 | Computer Literacy | 3 |
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| CSCI 101 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
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| COMM | | 3 |
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| PSYC 100 | Human Relations in Organizations | 3 |
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| PSYC 111 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
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| | Electives | 6 |
Total Credit Hours: 64