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Programs

Photograph of a two-story construction site with a crane positioning plywood for exterior walls.The Construction Technology program is divided into two majors: Building Inspection and Construction Management.

The Building Inspection option is designed for building inspectors and architects. The curriculum consists primarily of code knowledge and International Code Conference (ICC) certification preparation. The subjects include building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, concrete, masonry, structural steel, accessibility and energy codes and regulations.

The Construction Management option is designed for contractors, estimators and site superintendents. The curriculum consists of contractor licensing, office management, cost estimating, computer applications, building codes, system design and installation procedures.


Construction Technology - Building Inspection Option

Required Courses:

ID Course Name Units
CT V59 Uniform Building Code 3
CT V66 National Electrical Code 3
CT V71 Uniform Plumbing Code 3
CT V72 Uniform Mechanical Code 3

Required Addtional Courses (select six from the following courses):

ID Course Name Units
CT V20 Blueprint Reading: Architectural/Construction 3
CT V40 Building Code Certification Preparation 2
CT V41 Plumbing Code Certification Preparation 2
CT V42 Mechanical Code Certification Preparation 2
CT V43 Electrical Code Certification Preparation 2
CT V45 Plans Examiner Certification Preparation 2
CT V46 Building Permit Technician 2
CT V47 Building and Zoning Code Enforcement 3
CT V58 International Residential Code 3
CT V60 Simplified Engineering for Building Construction 3
CT V61 Public Works Construction 3
CT V62 Structural Masonry Construction 3
CT V63 Reinforced Concrete Construction 3
CT V65 Structured Steel and Welding Construction 3
CT V67 Building Accessibility Regulations 2
CT V69 California Energy Regulations 2
Total   28-30

Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines differ from associate degree requirements. If you plan to transfer, consult your counselor.


Construction Technology - Construction Management Option

Required Courses:

ID Course Name Units
CT V20 Blueprint Reading: Architectural/Construction 3
CT V64 Building Construction: Materials and Methods 3
CT V75 Introduction to Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical Systems 3
CT V77 Construction Office Management 3
CT V79 Construction Estimating 3

Required Addtional Courses (select four from the following courses):

ID Course Name Units
ARCH V31 Architectural Practice I 3
BUS V03 Introduction to Accounting 3
BUS V31 Organization and Management 3
BUS V33 Business Law 2
BUS V38 Small Business Management 3
CT V30 Machine Woodworking 2
CT V37 Landscape Construction 3
CT V50 Construction Contractor License Preparation 3
CT V52 Property Inspection 2
CT V58 International Residential Code 3
CT V59 Uniform Building Code 3
CT V76 Construction Job Site Management 3
CT V80 Computer Applications for Contractors 2
SUP V90 Elements of Supervision 3
Total   28-30


Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines differ from associate degree requirements. If you plan to transfer, consult your counselor.


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