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Construction Technology A.A.S. - Electrical Emphasis
Program Available at:
- North Lake
Catalog Year 2024-2025 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 Electrical. 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.
Students interested in a high demand career that is fast-paced with job opportunities—the Construction Industry is for you. The Construction Technology program 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 interest5s 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 are noted below.
Visit http://www.dallascollege.edu/transfer and select "Transfer from Dallas College," then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.
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
CHOOSE ONE:
- OSHT 1307 – Construction Site Safety and Health OR
- OSHT 1313 – Accident Prevention, Inspection, and Investigation
CNBT 1311 – Construction Methods and Materials I
ELPT 1321 – Introduction to Electrical Safety and Tools
ELPT 1311 – Basic Electrical Theory
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 2310 – Commercial/Industrial Blueprint Reading
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.
ELPT 1325 – National Electrical Code I
ELPT 1370 – Electrical Blueprint Reading
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
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Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit, 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.
ELPT 1329 – Residential Wiring
CHOOSE ONE:
- ELPT 1380 – Cooperative Education – Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General OR
- OSHT 1307 – Residential Wiring OR
- Electrical Trade Elective (one three-credit hour course)**
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
** Electrical Trade Elective: HART 1310, HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1441, HART 1445, PFPB 1306, PFPB 1308, PFPB 1321, PFPB 1323, PFPB 1343, PFPB 1350, PFPB 1373
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
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Meet with a faculty advisor or success coach regarding placement for the Cooperative course.
Total Hours: 13
SEMESTER 4
CNBT 2281 – Cooperative Education-Construction/ Engineering Technology/Technician This is the capstone course for this award.
Electrical Trade Elective (Twelve-credit hours)*
* Electrical Trade Elective: HART 1310, HART 1401, HART 1407, HART 1441, HART 1445, PFPB 1306, PFPB 1308, PFPB 1321, PFPB 1323, PFPB 1343, PFPB 1350, PFPB 1373
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Construction Technology A.A.S.
- Sign up for Commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 14
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS