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8/22/2024 3:01:01 PM
Construction Technology
Total Program Credits: 61-63
Construction Technology combines a hands-on construction program with technical course study. Students will receive hands-on training in trades like carpentry, plumbing, and electricity, as well as obtain the engineering and construction skills to plan, organize, solve problems and communicate well in the execution of building projects. Students will develop financial and business knowledge to become a construction technician. Construction Technology allows students to specialize in their area of interest. Graduates could enter as project coordinators with contractors and engineers, building departments, developers and construction-related fields. The program is designed to provide students with the skills and coursework necessary to transfer to a four-year college or university if they choose.
Stackable Certificate:
Architectural Technology CertificateBuilding Information Modeling/BIM Advanced CertificateCarpentry CertificatePlumbing Certificate
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Construction Technology program, the graduate will be able to:
- recognize how the history of architecture impacts design solutions;
- utilize state of the art equipment and software to develop drawings for design and construction;
- identify sustainability and global environmental issues and their impact in the construction field;
- interpret drawings and specifications for construction projects;
- navigate modern codes to find project requirements;
- utilize appropriate forms in the construction, permit application and payout processes; and
- develop cost estimates for small constructions projects.
(Fall 2021)
Placement Measures
Program Map for Students
| ARC 104 Introduction to Architecture | Core Course | 3 |
| ARC 108 # Materials and Techniques | Core Course | 1 |
| ARC 110 ◊ # Materials, Methods and Sustainability I | Core Course | 2 |
| ARC 189 ◊ AutoCAD & 3D Computer Modeling | Core Course | 3 |
| RHT 101 ◊ # Freshman Rhetoric & Composition I | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science | Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events (if intending to transfer). |
Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101◊ and RHT 102◊.
| ARC 220 # Materials, Methods & Sustainability II | Core Course | 3 |
| COT 107 ◊ Codes, Specifications and Print Reading | Core Course | 3 |
| COT 248 ◊ Construction Planning & Scheduling | Core Course | 3 |
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| RHT 102 ◊ # Freshman Rhetoric & Composition II | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
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| SPE 101 ◊ # Principles of Effective Speaking | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
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| Take Credits Humanities | Humanities Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer).
If intending to transfer, create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers and attend a Transfer 101 Workshop. |
| ARC 210 ◊ # History of Architecture I | Core Course | 3 |
| ARC 261 ◊ Revit | Core Course | 3 |
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| MAT 110 ◊ # College Algebra | Core Course | 3 |
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| MAT 111 ◊ # Pre-Calculus | Core Course | 5 |
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| MAT 131 ◊ # Calculus & Analytic Geometry I | Mathematics Gen-ed | 5 |
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| REN 100 Introduction to Renewable Energy | Core Course | 3 |
| Take Credits Program Electives | Program Elective | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15-17 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer).
Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop. (Minus the GECC Credential) |
Note: MAT 111◊ and MAT 131◊ may be used to fulfill the Mathematics and/or Science general education requirement.
| ARC 102 OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training | Core Course | 1 |
| ARC 214 ◊ # History of Architecture II | Core Course | 3 |
| ARC 280 ◊ # Materials, Methods & Sustainability III | Core Course | 3 |
| COT 258 ◊ Construction Cost Estimating | Core Course | 3 |
| Take Credits Program Electives | Program Elective | 6 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 16 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan and apply to your transfer institution(s) if intending to transfer.
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.) |
| ENT 104 ◊ Electricity Basic Fundamentals | Core Course | 3 |
| ENT 106 Welding With Metal Inert Gas | Core Course | 4 |
| ENT 107 Welding With Tungsten Inert Gas | Core Course | 4 |
| ENT 201 # Electrical Residential Wiring | Core Course | 3 |
| ENT 202 # Electricity Sustainable Applications | Core Course | 4 |
| COT 106 Carpentry: Rough Carpentry | Core Course | 3 |
| COT 206 Carpentry: Finished Carpentry | Core Course | 3 |
| COT 111 Plumbing Fixtures, Valves & Faucets | Core Course | 3 |
| COT 210 Plumbing: Fixture Installation | Core Course | 3 |
| COT 211 Plumbing: Fixture Repair | Core Course | 3 |
See Associate in Applied Science Graduation Requirements by discipline: http://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/sitecore/content/2022-2023/Triton-College-Catalog/Applied-Science-Programs/Associate-in-Applied-Science-Degree-Requirements
See ARC course descriptions; COT course descriptions.
Chairperson: Frances Figg, Ext. 3129; email: francesfigg@triton.edu
KEY
(AAS/CERT) |
| General Education |
Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements). |
| Core Course |
Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take. |
| Program Elective |
Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. |
If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution. |
| General Elective |
Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits. |
| ◊ symbol |
This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course) |
| # symbol |
This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course) |