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2015-2016 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Construction Management, A.S.


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Construction technology students have several options available to them so that a program can be designed to meet individual needs. A transfer program for those students interested in a baccalaureate degree in construction management from four year schools accredited by the American Council of Construction Education is available

The construction management curriculum is designed to provide the student with a technical base of industrial management ability and skills for productive employment. Whether in the area of building, engineering, or industrial construction, the middle-management-oriented construction technologist will be involved with a people-oriented industry and must be able to communicate with and lead people through decision making. In addition to these managerial skills, a thorough background in the many technical aspects of the construction process are required. Following graduation, employment possibilities will include contractor organizations, engineering and architectural firms, material and sales firms, agricultural businesses, etc.

Recommended Curriculum


General Education (Minimum 32 credits)


General education coursework can be completed from within or outside of the major field of study.

1. Exploration and Participation


3. Relationship with the World


4. General Education Electives


  • Must be chosen from areas 1, 2, or 3 above.

5. Physical Education (1CR)


Note:


The normal length of this program is two academic years at 15-17 credit hours per semester.

Students who plan to transfer to a four-year school in construction engineering, construction technology, or industrial management should contact the school of their choice for transferability and credit requirements. Advisement will follow the guidelines of the school of choice. Check with the construction technology instructor or the university partnerships coordinator about articulation agreements that may exist.

Graduation Requirements:


A minimum of 64 approved semester credits are required for graduation. For specific graduation requirements see “Academic Policies ” and “Degree Requirements .”

Only courses numbered 1000 or above can be used toward the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Business, Associate of Fine Arts, and Associate of Applied Science degrees.

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