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Residential Construction Technology - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - RCT)

The Residential Construction Associate of Applied Science degree helps students develop social consciousness by providing them with an experiential-learning opportunity which involves the construction of homes. Students interpret blueprint drawings and participate in all facets of their construction project while practicing worksite safety. They also learn about climate control in residential construction.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

  • Identify all necessary stages of a residential construction build.
  • Demonstrate the ability to lay a concrete foundation for a residential dwelling.
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply wall coverings for a residential dwelling.
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply finishing to the exterior of a residential dwelling.
  • Demonstrate the ability to construct a functional roof on a residential dwelling.
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply floor coverings in a residential dwelling.
  • Demonstrate the ability to hang doors and cabinets.
  • Identify and apply industry-standard safety strategies and techniques.
  • Interpret blueprint drawings.
  • Demonstrate mathematical and HVAC skills related to residential construction.

Degree Map

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101Composition**

3
ENG 102English Composition**

3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 132Applied Mathematics*

3
or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 120Introduction to Information Systems**

3

CORE CURRICULUM 42 CREDITS

BCT 102Carpentry Fundamentals*

4
BCT 109Construction Safety*

3
BCT 113Concrete

3
BCT 114Wall Coverings

3
BCT 115Exterior Finishing

3
BCT 116Roofing

3
BCT 117Floor Covering

3
BCT 118Doors, Cabinets, and Millwork

3
BCT 122HVAC I*

4
BCT 127Blueprint Reading and Estimating

3
BCT 201Carpentry Framing and Finishing*

4
BCT 222HVAC II*

4
BCT 224Field Experience in Building Construction Technology

2

TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 60-61 CREDITS