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Building Construction, Associate in Science Degree

Banner Code: 1_AS_CTRS

Control Number: 08628

Financial Aid Eligible


Students may select any combination of courses that total eighteen (18) or more units from the following list. Note: Construction Technology A165 and Construction Technology A195 are required for any first earned Certificate of Achievement. No course may be applied to more than one Residential Construction Development certificate.

Complete the Residential Construction Development First Award Certificate of Achievement and the Associate in Science graduation requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.

Program Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate the knowledge, skills and experience to identify, assess, and participate in many entry-level construction trades.
  2. Be prepared to work in the construction field in positions including, but not limited to work areas such as inspection, management, and as hands-on skilled tradespeople.

Review Graduation Requirements and General Education

Course Title Units
Required Courses
CNST A165Construction Safety/CAL OSHA 13
CNST A195Residential Code 13
or CNST A194 Introduction to Building Codes
Restricted Electives
Select 12 units of the following: 212
Green Building Codes
California Energy Code
Principles of Construction
Stair Framing
Cabinet Making
Additions and Remodeling
Electronics for Electricians
Drywall &Taping
Intro to Home Automation
National Electrical Code
Photovoltaic System Installation
Introduction to Construction
Building Construction 1
Building Construction 2
Blueprint Reading
Blueprint Reading and Drafting
Energy Audit
Current Topics in Construction Technology
Concrete Flatwork
Concrete Construction
Decorative Concrete
Construction Estimating
Land and Building Development
Construction Inspection
Specialty Trades
Finish Carpentry
Construction Supervision and Project Management
Business Law for Contractors
Masonry Construction
Masonry Construction II
Plumbing 1
Plumbing 2
Contrator's License Law
Residential Electrical Wiring
Light Steel Frame Construction
Total Units18
1

Required for First Certificate.

2

No course may be applied to more than one certificate.

Requirement Units
Program Major Units 18
AS General Education Option 1, 2, or 3 Varies
Transferable electives to satisfy unit requirement Varies
Total Degree Units 60

Program Sequence

These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
Semester 1Units
CNST A165 Construction Safety/CAL OSHA 3
OCC AS GE AREA A1 - CHOOSE ONE 3
RESTRICTED ELECTIVES (See Requirements) 1 6
ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 3
 Units15
Semester 2
CNST A195
Residential Code
or Introduction to Building Codes
1.5-3
OCC AS GE AREA B - CHOOSE ONE 3-4
OCC AS GE AREA C1 - CHOOSE ONE 3
RESTRICTED ELECTIVES (See Requirements) 1 3
ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 4.5
 Units15-17.5
Year 2
Semester 1
OCC AS GE AREA A2 - CHOOSE ONE 2 3-4
OCC AS GE AREA C2 - CHOOSE ONE 3
RESTRICTED ELECTIVES (See Requirements) 1 3
ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 6
 Units15-16
Semester 2
Select one of the following or satisfy Math competency (completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better): 3-4
Intermediate Algebra (or higher) 3
or Combined Elementary and Intermediate Algebra
 
OCC AS GE AREA D - CHOOSE ONE 3
ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 4 9
 Units15-16
 Total Units60-64.5
1

Meet with Construction Faculty to build a program to meet your goals and select appropriate Restricted Electives

2

OCC AS GE AREA A2 - Required if 100-level MATH will not be taken to meet Math competency. If MATH A100 or higher will be taken, then needs to take 3-4 degree applicable elective units 

3
Math A030 or higher OR take 3-4 degree applicable elective units if math competency was met through completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better; *100-level Math courses satisfy AS Math Requirement and OCC AS GE AREA A2 
4

VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE UNITS