# Construction Technology (Associate in Science)

San Jose City College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Construction Technology

Source: https://catalog.sjcc.edu/degrees-certificates/construction-technology/construction-technology-associate-science/

### Description

Successful completion of the Construction Technology program prepares students for entry into the construction trades, which require a technical skill and understanding of construction processes. Highlights: Program designed for immediate employment, upgrading of job skills, and potential opportunities for career self-employment. Courses can be transferable to four-year institutions.

A grade of "C" or better is required for each course in the major or area of emphasis. A "P" (Pass) grade is an acceptable grade for courses in the major or area of emphasis if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

**CAREER OPTIONS:**

-   Building Information Modeling (BIM)
-   Building Inspector
-   Carpenter
-   Concrete Form Setter
-   Construction Worker
-   Construction Management
-   Contractor
-   Drywall Hanger, Taper, and Texturing
-   Electrician 
-   Estimator
-   Home Improvement Material Retail Sales
-   Insulation Installer
-   Painter
-   Plumber
-   Residential Maintenance
-   Roofer

### Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

-   Demonstrate appropriate use of construction tools, methods and materials, follow safety practices and procedures used in the industry.
-   Demonstrate understanding of construction terms, concepts, and hands-on applications.
-   Read and interpret building codes, blueprints, manuals, specifications, shop drawings.
-   Apply effective use of emerging technologies in the construction trades including application Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) and energy efficiency.

### Requirements

#### Major Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CNSTR 101A | Tools, Materials, and Safety | 2 |
| CNSTR 101B | Residential Construction Framing | 3 |
| CNSTR 102A | Residential Plumbing Systems | 3 |
| CNSTR 102B | Residential/Commercial Wiring | 3 |
| CNSTR 105 | Concrete Construction | 3 |
| CNSTR 110 | Building Information Modeling (BIM) 101 | 3 |
| CNSTR 115 | Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| CNSTR 117 | OSHA Construction Safety Standards | 1 |
| CNSTR 120 | Building Codes | 3 |
| CNSTR 125 | Energy Efficiency Construction | 3 |
| **Total Units** | | **27** |

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Approved Major Electives** | | 9 |
| **Complete 9 non-duplicated units from the following approved major electives:** | |  |
| CNSTR 103 | Roof Framing Systems | 3 |
| CNSTR 104 | Interior/Exterior Finish | 3 |
| CNSTR 107 | Principles of Contracting | 3 |
| CNSTR 116 | Estimating | 3 |
| CNSTR 118 | Project Management for Construction | 3 |
| CNSTR 128 | National Electrical Code & Calculations | 3 |
| CNSTR 138 | Work Experience | 1-8 |
| FMT 100 | Introduction to Facilities Maintenance | 3.5 |
| SOLAR 102 | Introduction to Photovoltaic Installation | 3.5 |

#### AS Degree Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Major Requirements** | | 27 |
| **Approved Major Electives** | | 9 |
| **General Education Requirements** | | 27 |
| **Complete two courses for the U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals Requirement (US-1, US-2, and US-3)** | |  |
| **Total Units** | | **63** |