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
- Demonstrate the knowledge, skills and experience to identify, assess, and participate in many entry-level construction trades.
- 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 A165 | Construction Safety/CAL OSHA 1 | 3 |
| CNST A195 | Residential Code 1 | 3 |
| or CNST A194 | Introduction to Building Codes | |
| Restricted Electives | ||
| Select 12 units of the following: 2 | 12 | |
| 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 Units | 18 | |
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Required for First Certificate.
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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.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| 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 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| CNST A195 or CNST A194 |
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 | |
| Units | 15-17.5 | |
| 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 | |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| 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 |
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| OCC AS GE AREA D - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 4 | 9 | |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Total Units | 60-64.5 | |
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Meet with Construction Faculty to build a program to meet your goals and select appropriate Restricted Electives
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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
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- 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
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VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE UNITS