Construction Technology Career Preparation Certificate of Completion
The Construction Technology Career Preparation Certificate of Completion provides students with an in-depth analysis of the organization and structure of the construction industry; the many career choices the industry offers; and an introduction to pathways selected from Framing, Finish Carpentry, Plumbing, Electricity, Masonry, Finishes, or Building Inspection. The certificate emphasizes green construction practices, jobsite safety, practical knowledge of tool and equipment use, basic construction math, basic rigging techniques, and communication as well as employability skills. Guest speakers and site visits provide students a wide view of the expectations of entry-level work, wages, benefits, and work place culture.
This certificate does not provide the complete, in-depth training required to begin a career in the construction industry. However, every course in this certificate can be applied to one of the College of the Desert Short Term Vocational Construction Technology or Building Inspection Technology programs.
| Course Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACT 320 | Construction Safety | 0 |
| ACT 320B | Construction Math Concepts | 0 |
| ACT 320C | Construction Careers & Employability Skills | 0 |
| ACT 320D | Construction & the Environment | 0 |
| Electives: Select 3 from ACT or BIT | ||
| ACT 321 | Site Preparation & Layout Essentials | 0 |
| ACT 323 | Construction Framing Essentials | 0 |
| ACT 331 | Electrical Fundamentals | 0 |
| ACT 330 | Plumbing Fundamentals | 0 |
| ACT 329 | Masonry Fundamentals | 0 |
| ACT 324 | Roofing Applications | 0 |
| ACT 328 | Finish Carpentry Fundamentals | 0 |
| BIT 310A | California Building Codes Introduction | 0 |
| BIT 320A | California Mechanical Codes Introduction | 0 |
| BIT 324A | California Energy Codes Introduction | 0 |
| BIT 325A | California Residential Code Administration & Planning | 0 |
| BIT 330A | California Plumbing Codes Introduction | 0 |
| BIT 340A | California Electrical Codes Introduction | 0 |
| Electives: Select 4 from EMP | ||
| EMP 310A | New World of Work Skills: Recognizing Change as Opportunity | 0 |
| EMP 310B | New World of Work Skills: Facing Challenges | 0 |
| EMP 311A | New World of Work Skills: Self Awareness at Work | 0 |
| EMP 311B | New World of Work Skills: Personal Assessments | 0 |
| EMP 312A | New World of Work Skills: Online Presence and E-Resumes | 0 |
| EMP 312B | New World of Work Skills: Online Accountability | 0 |
| EMP 313A | New World of Work Skills: Communication Etiquette | 0 |
| EMP 313B | New World of Work Skills: Communication Effectiveness | 0 |
| EMP 314A | New World of Work Skills: Team Building | 0 |
| EMP 314B | New World of Work Skills: Transformational Leadership | 0 |
| EMP 315A | New World of Work Skills: Listening and Mirroring | 0 |
| EMP 315B | New World of Work Skills: Customer Service | 0 |
| EMP 316A | New World of Work Skills: Solving Problems | 0 |
| EMP 316B | New World of Work Skills: Design Thinking | 0 |
| EMP 317A | New World of Work Skills: Growth Mindset | 0 |
| EMP 317B | New World of Work Skills: Learning from Failure | 0 |
| EMP 318A | New World of Work Skills: Modern Workforce | 0 |
| EMP 318B | New World of Work Skills: Intrapreneurship | 0 |
| EMP 319A | New World of Work Skills: Gender and Ethnicity | 0 |
| EMP 319B | New World of Work Skills: Disabilities and Generations | 0 |
