San Jose City College

Associate in Science Degree

2013-2014

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
Successful completion of Construction Technology program prepares the student for entry into
the construction trades, which require a technical skill and understanding of construction
processes. Highlights: Program designed for immediate employment, upgrading of job skills, and
potential opportunities for career self-employment. Courses can be transferable to four-year
institutions. Students planning on transferring to a four-year institution should review major sheet
for an Associate in Arts in Construction Technology. A grade of C or better is required in all
major, certificate and major elective courses.
Upon completion of program, students will be able to:

Students will be able to demonstrate appropriate use of construction tools, methods, and
materials, follow safety practices and procedures used in the industry.
Students will demonstrate understanding of construction terms, concepts, and hands-on
applications. Students will problem solve a variety of applications in the construction
industry including written and practical demonstrations.
Students will be able to read and interpret building codes, blueprints, manuals,
specifications, shop drawings, and communicate with diverse groups developing an
understanding of cultural norms and communication skills.
Students will apply effective use of emerging technologies in the construction trades
including green application and energy efficiency.
Students will apply the skills learned from construction technologies courses to work on
projects that involve building homes for low income families. e.g. Habitat For Humanity
and Emergency Housing
Students will learn to be well-rounded, compassionate, responsible, ethical professionals
with a willingness to serve the local communitys needs.
Students will demonstrate environmentally sustainable and sensitive aesthetics.
CAREER OPTIONS:
Building Inspector
Cabinet Making
Carpenter
Ceramic Tile Installer
Concrete
Construction Management
Contractor
Drywall Installer, Taper and Texture
Electrical
Estimator
Furniture Making

Home Improvement Material Retail Sales

Insulation Installer
Millwrights
Painting
Plasterer
Plumbing
Real Estate Maintenance
Residential Maintenance
Roofing
Stage Hand

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, SEE A COUNSELOR, VISIT THE

CAREER/TRANSFER CENTER, OR CONTACT THE FOLLOWING:
David Lomax, david.lomax@sjcc.edu
Business and Workforce Development Division
San Jose City College Web Page

408-298-2181 x3971
408-288-3781
www.sjcc.edu

Prepared by the SJCC Articulation Office and is subject to change without notice. This major sheet should be used
for advisory purposes only. See a counselor for assistance in preparing your individual course plan. It is ultimately
the individual students responsibility to ensure that all requirements are met. 05/13

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT - LEVEL 1:

Residential Carpentry Technology
CNSTR 101A Construction Tools, Materials, and Processes
CNSTR 101B Residential Construction Framing
CNSTR 103
Roof Framing Systems
CNSTR 104
Interior/Exterior Finish
Approved Major Elective
TOTAL
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT - LEVEL 2: Residential Maintenance
CNSTR 101A Construction Tools, Materials, and Processes
CNSTR 102A Residential Plumbing Systems
CNSTR 102B Residential/Commercial Wiring
CNSTR 104
Interior/Exterior Finish
Approved Major Electives: complete three units from approved list
TOTAL

UNITS
4
4
4
4
1
17

4
3
4
4
3
18

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT - LEVEL 3: Construction Technology

CNSTR 101A Construction Tools, Materials, and Processes
CNSTR 101B Residential Construction Framing
CNSTR 102A Residential Construction - Plumbing
CNSTR 102B Residential/Commercial Wiring
CNSTR 104
Interior/Exterior Finish
CNSTR 106
Construction Blueprint Reading, Estimating, Codes & Specifications
CNSTR 115
Blueprint Reading
CNSTR 117
OSHA Construction Safety Standards
CNSTR 125
Green Construction
Approved Major Electives: complete six units from approved list
TOTAL

4
4
3
4
4
3
1
1.5
3
6
33.5

A.S. DEGREE REQUIREMENTS:

COMPLETION OF CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT - LEVEL 3
APPROVED MAJOR ELECTIVES
GENERAL EDUCATION PATTERN/GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
TOTAL REQUIRED UNITS

33.5
3
24
1
61.5

APPROVED MAJOR ELECTIVES:

CNSTR 103
Roof Framing Systems
4
CNSTR 105
Concrete Construction
4
CNSTR 107
Principles of Contracting
3
CNSTR 109A
Basic Cabinet/Furniture Making
3
CNSTR 110
Architectural Drawing and Home Planning
3
CNSTR 116
Estimating
1
CNSTR 118
Project Management for Construction
1
CNSTR 120
Building Code for the Construction Industry
1
CNSTR 124
Careers in Construction
2
CNSTR 128
National Electrical Code & Calculations
3
CNSTR 130
House Building Practicum
4.5
CNSTR 133
LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation
3
CNSTR 134
LEED AP BD+C Exam Preparation
3
*CNSTR 138
Construction Work Experience
1-4
FMT 100
Introduction to Facilities Operations
3.5
SOLAR 102
Introduction to Photovoltaic Installation
3.5
* For construction trades journeymen with documentation, up to 16 units of work experience may
be used as electives toward the Associate in Science Degree.
Prepared by the SJCC Articulation Office and is subject to change without notice. This major sheet should be used
for advisory purposes only. See a counselor for assistance in preparing your individual course plan. It is ultimately
the individual students responsibility to ensure that all requirements are met. 05/13