Construction Management AS Degree (employment preparation)
The Associate of Science in Construction Management degree is intended to prepare students with a broad overview of construction, various related courses and local general education requirements to utilize in gaining employment in construction or any of the related fields in the building industry where they may be involved with the scheduling, estimating and construction of various projects. Individuals completing this degree may also choose to continue their education toward a baccalaureate, or advanced degree in Construction Management or related majors.
Learning Outcomes
Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:
- Evaluate building materials used in construction.
- Explain the drawing elements commonly found in a set of working drawings.
- Develop methods of project cost estimating and construction scheduling.
- Examine the environmental and social considerations involved in land use planning.
Program Requirements
| Course Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | Units | |
| ARCH 001 | Intro to Architectural Professions | 3 |
| ARCH 002 | Materials of Construction | 4 |
| ARCH 003A | Architectural Practice I | 3 |
| ARCH 011 | Architectural Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| BIT 010 | California Building Codes | 4 |
| BIT 026 | Building II & Fire Codes | 3 |
| CM 001 | Introduction to Construction Management | 2 |
| CM 002 | Intro to Urban Planning | 3 |
| DRA 002 | AutoCAD | 4 |
| Electives | ||
| Select 11 units from the following: | ||
| ARCH 003B | Architectural Practice II | 3 |
| BIT 020 | California Mechanical Codes | 2 |
| BIT 030 | California Plumbing Codes | 2 |
| BIT 040 | California Electrical Codes | 2 |
| CM 003 | Site & Terrain Analysis | 3 |
| CM 004 | Construction Law Survey | 3 |
| CM 005 | Construction Planning | 3 |
| Required Subtotal | 29 | |
| Elective Subtotal | 11 | |
| COD General Education Pattern | 18 | |
| Kinesiology Activities | 2 | |
| DEGREE TOTAL | 60 | |
