Construction Technology (AAS)
Program Code: APCONT
Credential: Associate in Applied Science
High Demand Occupation, High Wage Occupation
This Associate of Applied Science degree provides students with a hands-on pathway for entering the construction industry. Courses are carefully selected to align with the specific skill sets required for a variety of construction tasks, including framing, finishes, mechanical systems, and advanced masonry. Students will gain experience with production processes, advanced construction techniques, and the interpretation and application of building codes. This program helps students prepare to sit for the Michigan State Builder's License Exam.
Upon completion of this degree, students will earn three credentials:
- Construction Technology I Certificate (CTCON1)
- Construction Technology II Advanced Certificate (CVCON2)
- Associate of Applied Science in Construction Technology (APCONT)
Program Admission Requirements
An Academic Math level of 3 is required for CON 204, 205, 230, 235, 240, 255, 260, and 270.
Minimum Credits Required for the Program: 61
Full-Time Students
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CON 108 | Introduction to Construction Technology | 2 |
| ENG 111 | Composition I | 4 |
| MTH 157 | Technical Mathematics | 3 |
| CMG 130 | Construction Site Safety and OSHA Regulations | 3 |
| Soc. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| CON 104 | Construction Framing I | 3 |
| CMG 180 | Application of Construction Materials | 3 |
| CON 235 | Construction - Building Codes and Prints | 3 |
| Arts/Human. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Speech/Comp. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| CON 105 | Construction Framing II | 3 |
| CON 204 | Construction Finishes - Interior | 3 |
| CON 205 | Construction Finishes - Exterior | 3 |
| CON 255 | Construction Concrete and Masonry | 3 |
| Nat. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| CMG 225 | Construction Builders License | 4 |
| CON 230 | Construction Production | 3 |
| CON 240 | Construction - Advanced Finishes and Techniques | 3 |
| CON 260 | Construction Remodeling | 3 |
| CON 270 | Construction Mechanicals | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 61 | |
Part-Time Students
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CON 108 | Introduction to Construction Technology | 2 |
| MTH 157 | Technical Mathematics | 3 |
| Soc. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 8 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| CON 104 | Construction Framing I | 3 |
| CMG 130 | Construction Site Safety and OSHA Regulations | 3 |
| CON 235 | Construction - Building Codes and Prints | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| ENG 111 | Composition I | 4 |
| Arts/Human. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| CON 105 | Construction Framing II | 3 |
| CON 204 | Construction Finishes - Interior | 3 |
| CON 205 | Construction Finishes - Exterior | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Fifth Semester | ||
| CON 230 | Construction Production | 3 |
| CON 240 | Construction - Advanced Finishes and Techniques | 3 |
| CON 260 | Construction Remodeling | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Sixth Semester | ||
| Nat. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Speech/Comp. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Seventh Semester | ||
| CON 255 | Construction Concrete and Masonry | 3 |
| CMG 180 | Application of Construction Materials | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Eighth Semester | ||
| CMG 225 | Construction Builders License | 4 |
| CON 270 | Construction Mechanicals | 3 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Total Credits | 61 | |