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8/22/2024 2:54:10 PM

Construction Technology

Pathway:

Construction Technology

Certificate Type:

Associate in Applied Science

Curriculum Code:

ARC.IBC.AAS (C235A)

Total Program Credits: 61-63

Construction Technology combines a hands-on construction program with technical course study. Students will receive hands-on training in trades like carpentry, plumbing, and electricity, as well as obtain the engineering and construction skills to plan, organize, solve problems and communicate well in the execution of building projects. Students will develop financial and business knowledge to become a construction technician.  Construction Technology allows students to specialize in their area of interest. Graduates could enter as project coordinators with contractors and engineers, building departments, developers and construction-related fields. The program is designed to provide students with the skills and coursework necessary to transfer to a four-year college or university if they choose.

Stackable Certificate:

Architectural Technology CertificateBuilding Information Modeling/BIM Advanced CertificateCarpentry CertificatePlumbing Certificate

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Construction Technology program, the graduate will be able to:
  1. Recognize how the history of architecture impacts design solutions.
  2. Develop construction documents thru AutoCad or BIM Technology
  3. Analyze various construction technologies which work together to create a building
  4. Identify sustainability and global environmental issues and their impact in the construction field.
  5. Interpret drawings and specifications for construction projects.
  6. Identify the Business processes needed in the construction field
  7. Develop cost estimates for small constructions projects.

(Reviewed Fall 2023)

Placement Measures

Program Map for Students

Semester One: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
ARC 104 Introduction to Architecture

Core Course

3

ARC 108 # Materials and Techniques

Core Course

1

ARC 110 # Materials, Methods and Sustainability I

Core Course

2

ARC 189 AutoCAD & 3D Computer Modeling

Core Course

3

RHT 101 # English Rhetoric & Composition I

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science

Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed

3

Total Semester Credits:15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan. Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events (if intending to transfer).

Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101 and RHT 102.

Semester Two: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
ARC 220 # Materials, Methods & Sustainability II

Core Course

3

COT 107 Codes, Specifications and Print Reading

Core Course

3

COT 248 Construction Planning & Scheduling

Core Course

3

 
RHT 102 # English Rhetoric and Composition II

Communications Gen-ed

3

OR
SPE 101 # Principles of Effective Speaking

Communications Gen-ed

3

 
Take Credits Humanities

Humanities Gen-ed

3

Total Semester Credits:15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). If intending to transfer, create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers and attend a Transfer 101 Workshop.

Note: Grade of ‘C’ or high is an IAI requirement for RHT 101 and RHT 102. Students must complete RHT 101, with SPE 101, or RHT 101 with RHT 102. Students intending to transfer are encouraged to complete all three courses: RHT 101, RHT 102 and SPE 101 to meet university requirements.

Semester Three: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
ARC 210 # History of Architecture I

Core Course

3

ARC 261 Revit

Core Course

3

 
MAT 110 # College Algebra

Core Course

3

OR
MAT 111 # Pre-Calculus

Core Course

5

OR
MAT 131 # Calculus & Analytic Geometry I

Mathematics Gen-ed

5

 
REN 100 Introduction to Renewable Energy

Core Course

3

Take Credits Program Electives

Program Elective

3

Total Semester Credits:15-17
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop. (Minus the GECC Credential)

Note: MAT 111 and MAT 131 may be used to fulfill the Mathematics and/or Science general education requirement.

Semester Four: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
ARC 102 OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training

Core Course

1

ARC 214 # History of Architecture II

Core Course

3

ARC 280 # Materials, Methods & Sustainability III

Core Course

3

COT 258 Construction Cost Estimating

Core Course

3

Take Credits Program Electives

Program Elective

6

Total Semester Credits:16
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan and apply to your transfer institution(s) if intending to transfer. Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.)

General Program Electives (9):

CourseCategoryCredits
ENT 104 Electricity Basic Fundamentals

Core Course

3

ENT 106 Welding With Metal Inert Gas

Core Course

4

ENT 107 Welding With Tungsten Inert Gas

Core Course

4

ENT 201 # Electrical Residential Wiring

Core Course

3

ENT 202 # Electricity Sustainable Applications

Core Course

4

Program Electives for Carpentry Certification:

CourseCategoryCredits
COT 106 Carpentry: Rough Carpentry

Core Course

3

COT 206 Carpentry: Finished Carpentry

Core Course

3

Program Electives for Plumbing Certification:

CourseCategoryCredits
COT 111 Plumbing Fixtures, Valves & Faucets

Core Course

3

COT 210 Plumbing: Fixture Installation

Core Course

3

COT 211 Plumbing: Fixture Repair

Core Course

3

See Associate in Applied Science Graduation Requirements by discipline: https://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2023-2024/triton-college-catalog/applied-science-programs/associate-in-applied-science-degree-requirements/

See ARC course descriptions; COT course descriptions.

Chairperson: Frances Figg, Ext. 3129; email: francesfigg@triton.edu


 KEY
(AAS/CERT)
General Education Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements).
Core Course Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take.
Program Elective Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution.
General Elective Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits.
◊ symbol This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course)
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