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Construction Technology A.A.S. - Residential Builder/Contractor Emphasis
Program Available at:
- North Lake
Catalog Year 2022-2023 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
For more information, visit the Dallas College Construction Technology webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Construction Technology associate degree with an emphasis in Residential Builder/Contractor. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Construction Technology. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
The A.A.S. degree program in Construction Technology is designed to develop the hands-on skills and technical knowledge necessary so that a graduate may advance in career paths appropriate to their own interests and abilities. Some of the exciting career options include field engineer, estimator, building inspection, insurance and manufacturing representative, field supervisor, sub-contractor, and builder in either commercial or residential construction/home building. A graduate will have also covered skills in other areas such as planning, and organization, problem solving and decision making, related communication, and business and human relations. Courses that complete the degree also complete the Residential Construction Certificate (C) and are noted below.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
ARCE 1303 – Architectural Materials and Methods of Construction (Course also applies to C)
CRPT 1325 – Forms and Foundations I (Course also applies to C)
CNBT 1342 – Building Codes and Inspections (Course also applies to C)
CHOOSE ONE:
- OSHT 1307 – Construction Site Safety and Health (Course also applies to C) OR
- OSHT 1313 – Accident Prevention, Inspection, and Investigation
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 2
CNBT 1300 – Residential and Light Commercial Blueprint Reading (Course also applies to C)
CNBT 1391 – Special Topics in Construction/Building Technology/Technician
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
CRPT 1315 – Wall Systems (Course also applies to C)
CRPT 1311 – Roof Systems (Course also applies to C)
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic and career path and program of study.
Total Hours: 18
SEMESTER 3
SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
NATURAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE* This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.
CRPT 1341 – Exterior Finish Systems (Course also applies to C)
CRPT 1345 – Interior Finish Systems (Course also applies to C)
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
- Meet with a faculty advisor or success coach regarding placement for the Cooperative course.
- Meet with your success coach to apply for the Residential Builder/Contractor Certificate
Total Hours: 13
SEMESTER 4
CNBT 2281 – Cooperative Education-Construction Engineering Technology/Technician (Course also applies to C)
RESIDENTIAL BUILDER/CONTRACTOR ELECTIVES* (4 Courses) (Course also applies to C)
* Residential Builder/Contractor Electives: Twelve hours of electives must be chosen from the following: CNBT 1318, CNBT 1359, CNBT 1372, CNBT 2315, CNBT 2317, ELPT 1329, DFTG 1309, DFTG 1317, PFPB 2309, WDWK 1313, WDWL 2331, WDWK 2351
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Construction Technology A.A.S. and the Residential Construction Certificate.
- Sign up for Commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 14
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS