# CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY (Certificate of Achievement)

Cuesta College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Construction Technology

Source: https://cuesta.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/30065/30066/30067/30068/30119

This program is designed for individuals seeking entry level positions in the construction industry. By fulfilling the program requirements, students will have the necessary knowledge and skills for a career in the construction industry. The students will learn a variety of skills in residential construction such as rough and finish carpentry, plumbing, electrical, concrete, blueprint reading, and construction management.

**Learning Outcome(s):**

1.  Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for an entry level position in the construction industry.
2.  Work in a safe manner.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses (10.5 credits)** | | 10.5 |
| ATCH 105 | PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT I | 2 |
| CTCH 260 | CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| CTCH 200 | WORKPLACE SAFETY- OSHA10 | 0.5 |
| CTCH 210 | BLUEPRINT READING | 2 |
| CTCH 250 | MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION | 3 |
| **Plus 8 credits from the following:** | | 8 |
| BUS 283 | INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| CTCH 180A | BUILDING CODE I, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN PROVISIONS | 3 |
| CTCH 220 | FOUNDATIONS AND SLABS | 1 |
| CTCH 222 | FLOOR FRAMING | 1 |
| CTCH 224 | WALL FRAMING | 1 |
| CTCH 226 | ROOF CONSTRUCTION | 1 |
| CTCH 228 | INTRODUCTION TO PLUMBING | 1 |
| CTCH 230 | INTRODUCTION TO RESIDENTIAL WIRING | 1 |
| CTCH 232 | FINISH CARPENTRY | 1 |
| EET 181 | NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE | 3 |
| EET 183 | COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL WIRING | 4 |
| ENGR 201 | PLANE SURVEYING | 3 |
| ENGR 226 | ENGINEERING DRAWING | 3 |
| WELD 270A | BASIC WELDING | 3 |
| **Total** | | **18.5** |