Construction Technology

The construction industry has placed new demands on the building industry. There is a need for employees skilled in estimating, writing specifications for building plans, layout and assembly of residential steel framing, and building restoration and renovation.

This program will give you the knowledge and skills necessary for job success either as a self-employed business person, or as an employee in home improvement centers, plumbing and electrical contractor, carpentry trades, or many other phases within the construction industry.

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SAMPLE CAREERS IN THIS FIELD
HVAC Technician, Carpenter, Electrical Installer

DEGREES AVAILABLE
Associate of Applied Science, Technical Certificate, and short- term Certificate. NOTE: The number of credits required for a degree or certification is based on students who are program-ready and does not include non-academic skills courses. Availability of degrees varies by campus. Contact your campus of interest below for more information.

CERTIFICATE: CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN
(21 credits)

Short-term certificates are sequences of technical and professional courses that are industry focused and designed for workforce preparation. They provide access to targeted, short-term training in a discipline, and completers may sit for specific certification exams. Courses in certificate programs also apply toward technical certificates and associate degree programs in the subject area. Program and Employment Information.

Completion of the Construction Technician Certificate leads to an Indiana County Contractor License, employment, and/or completion of an associate degree.

TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
(Minimum of 31 credit hours)

The Technical Certificate in Construction Technology can be earned on the way to acquiring the Associate of Applied Science degree. Many available jobs require advanced education beyond the high school diploma. Technical Certificate programs provide education in conceptual and technical skills for specific occupations. The program content is designed to develop competency in the comprehension of general and technical skills. Certificate programs require mastery of basic reading, writing, mathematical and quantitative skills. Program and Employment Information

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
(Minimum of 60 credit hours)

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Construction Technology will give you the knowledge and skills for career entry or advancement in a current job. Associate of Applied Science degree programs are two-year programs that prepare students for careers, career changes and career advancement. Students who need to take longer to complete the degree because of job or family obligations can take the program over a longer period of time. AAS programs may also prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions. These programs offer education in recognized technical areas and specialties with emphasis on analysis, synthesis and evaluation. The program content, which is approximately 30% general education and 70% professional/technical, provides depth and breadth in conceptual and professional/technical skills. The general education courses equip students with the problem solving, communications, scientific and mathematical skills to compete successfully in the job market. Professional/technical courses equip students with the skills to obtain employment and to advance in the workforce.