# Construction Technology (Associate in Science Degree)

Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Construction Technology

Source: https://catalog.cccd.edu/orange-coast/pathways/industrial-technology/construction-technology/construction-technology-associate-science-degree/

Construction Technology A165, Construction Safety/CAL-OSHA, is required for any first earned Certificate of Achievement. It is recommended that all beginning, full-time students enroll in the following courses leading to a Certificate of Achievement.

Complete the Construction Technology Certificate of Achievement and the Associate in Science graduation requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.

#### Program Outcomes

#### Program Learning Outcomes

1.  Demonstrate the knowledge, skills and experience to identify, assess, and participate in many entry-level construction trades.
2.  Be prepared to work in the construction field in positions including, but not limited to work areas such as inspection, and hands-on skilled tradespeople.

### Requirements

Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | |  |
| CNST A165 | Construction Safety/CAL OSHA | 3 |
| CNST A180 | Building Construction 1 | 5 |
| CNST A185 | Building Construction 2 | 5 |
| CNST A190 | Blueprint Reading and Drafting | 4 |
| CNST A195 | Residential Code | 3 |
| CNST A240 | Specialty Trades | 5 |
| **Total Major Units** | | 25 |
| **OCC AS General Education** | | up to 21 |
| **Transferable electives as needed to satisfy unit requirements** | | varies |
| **Total Minimum Degree Units - OCC AS GE** | | 60 |

1. Some program major units may also meet GE requirements.
2. Cal-GETC pattern (up to 34 units) may be substituted.

### Program Sequence

#### Program Sequence

These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. **Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.**

**Some courses in this program may be offered once per academic year.**

**Year 1**

| Semester 1 | Units |
| --- | --- |
| CNST A180 | Building Construction 1 | 5 |
| CNST A190 | Blueprint Reading and Drafting | 4 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 3 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 |
|  | Units | 15 |

| Semester 2 |
| --- |
| CNST A185 | Building Construction 2 | 5 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 1A - CHOOSE ONE | 3 |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) | 9 |
|  | Units | 17 |

**Year 2**

| Semester 1 |
| --- |
| CNST A165 | Construction Safety/CAL OSHA | 3 |
| CNST A240 | Specialty Trades | 5 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 5 - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 |
| OOC AS GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE 1 | 3-4 |
|  | Units | 14-16 |

| Semester 2 |
| --- |
| CNST A195 | Residential Code | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 6 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) | 5 |
|  | Units | 14-15 |
|  | Total Units | 60-63 |

1. OCC AS GE AREA A2 - Required if 100-level MATH will not be taken to meet Math competency. If MATH A100 or higher will be taken, then needs to take 3-4 degree applicable elective units
2. Math A030 or higher OR take 3-4 degree applicable elective units if math competency was met through completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better; \*100-level Math courses satisfy AS Math Requirement and OCC AS GE AREA A2