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
Mathematics 3-4 credits
| MAT 132 | Applied Mathematics** | 3 |
| OR | |
| MAT 132L | Applied Mathematics with Support Lab* | 3 |
| or higher (3-4 credits) | |
Liberal Arts 6 credits
Technology Literacy 3 credits
| CIS 120 | Introduction to Information Systems** | 3 |
CORE CURRICULUM 42 CREDITS
TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 60-61 CREDITS