The SCC Construction Technology Program combines the NCCER Curricula with the Associate of Applied Science Degree requirements. Students will receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree upon completion of this program. Program curriculum is based on NCCER Curricula and combines illustrated instructional material with structured classroom activities.

During the summer term, between the students' first and second year, a paid internship is required, giving students real-world experience with a local construction company. This program couples carpentry and managerial skills for students to seek a career in a management role within the construction industry.

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Curriculum Sequence

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Fall Semester I	Course Title	Credit
CON-332	Construction Materials and Resources	3
DRF-113	Fundamentals of Technical Drafting	3
ECN-130	Principles of Microeconomics	3
ENG-105	Composition I	3
MAT-120	College Algebra	3
	TOTAL CREDITS	15

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Spring Semester I	Course Title	Credit
ACC-142	Financial Accounting	3
CAD-101	Introduction to CAD	3
CON-113	Construction Printreading	2
PSY-102	Human and Work Relations	3
Take 1 of these courses
HIS-151	US History to 1877	3
HIS-152	US History Since 1877	3
	TOTAL CREDITS	14

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Summer Semester	Course Title	Credit
CON-350	Internship	5
	TOTAL CREDITS	5

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Fall Semester II	Course Title	Credit
ARC-113	Architectural Drafting I	4
HEQ-131	Safety and Introduction to Heavy Equipment	3
MGT-101	Principles of Management	3
PHY-162	College Physics I	4
	TOTAL CREDITS	14

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Spring Semester II	Course Title	Credit
CON-128	Construction Management Estimating	3
CON-345	Soils and Concrete	3
PHY-172	College Physics II	4
SOC-114	Conflict Resolution in the Workplace	3
Take 1 of these courses
ART-133	Drawing	3
SPC-112	Public Speaking	3
	TOTAL CREDITS	16

CON-332 - Construction Materials and Resources

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course is designed as a comprehensive overview of the construction industry and materials used in the profession. It is a conceptual treatment of the construction-personnel production system. Also included is a study of the materials of construction, their properties, manufactures, characteristics and applications.

DRF-113 - Fundamentals of Technical Drafting

Lecture: 1

Lab: 4

Credit: 3

Fundamentals of drawing techniques conveyed using free hand sketching. Emphasis is placed on the ability to visualize in three dimensions, neatness, accuracy, legibility, speed and use of computer graphics in the solution of graphic problems.

ECN-130 - Principles of Microeconomics

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

An introductory course in economics emphasizing micro-economic theory and contemporary problems. The major topics will include a description of the United States economy; demand and supply, price, output, and wage determination; domestic problems; international economics and the world economy.

ENG-105 - Composition I

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

A study of the principles of writing. Emphasis on rhetoric, mechanics and development of expository patterns: narration, description illustration, comparison/contrast, classification, process and cause/effect. Required for AA and AS Degrees. Prerequisite: Meet minimum test score requirements.

MAT-120 - College Algebra

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course is a study of rational, exponential, logarithmic and polynomial functions and relations, their graphs and related equalities. The study of the curricular functions, graphs and applications is included. This course may be taken concurrently with MAT-134.Prerequisite: MAT-092 or MAT-099 with a minimum grade of C- or meet minimum placement testing requirements.

ACC-142 - Financial Accounting

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

An introduction to financial accounting theory and practice with emphasis on the use and interpretation of financial statements.

CAD-101 - Introduction to CAD

Lecture: 1

Lab: 4

Credit: 3

An introduction to computer aided design and drafting. Actual hands-on experience in designing, drawing and dimensioning using CAD micro-based CAD software. The course presents logical step-by-step instruction about the CAD commands, mode settings, drawing aids, shortcuts and other valuable characteristics of CAD. Finished copies of the students’ work will be made on a printer or plotter.

CON-113 - Construction Printreading

Lecture: 1

Lab: 2

Credit: 2

Stresses principles of interpreting trade blueprints and reading of specifications basic to all aspects of the trades. Deals with types of line, development and arrangement of views, dimensioning practices and invisible edges. Practical problems from prints suited to the particular trade will be incorporated.

PSY-102 - Human and Work Relations

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This is a course that includes the understanding of the applications of psychological principles, theory and research related to the work setting.

HIS-151 - US History to 1877

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

A survey of American social, political, economic and intellectual developments from the Colonial period to 1877.

HIS-152 - US History Since 1877

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

A survey of American social, political, economic and intellectual developments since 1877.

CON-350 - Internship

On Job Training: 20

Credit: 5

Provides the student with the opportunity to integrate classroom learning and experiences in a construction industry setting. Internship agreement must be completed before students may enroll. Prerequisite: At least two construction courses must be completed with a minimum grade of a C in each course.

ARC-113 - Architectural Drafting I

Lecture: 2

Lab: 4

Credit: 4

A course designed to provide a knowledge of residential house construction and house plans. The students are required to draw architectural plans that include foundations, floor plans, electrical plans, elevations, details and perspectives. Prerequisite: CAD-101, or instructor approval.

HEQ-131 - Safety and Introduction to Heavy Equipment

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

This is an introduction to the equipment, jobs, working conditions, maintenance and safety of equipment operation.

MGT-101 - Principles of Management

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course provides an intensive examination of the basic fundamentals of organization and management underlying the solution to management problems.

PHY-162 - College Physics I

Lecture: 3

Lab: 2

Credit: 4

This course is designed to provide a working knowledge of physics for those who need physics but do not need the rigor of a calculus-based physics course. The topics covered will include motion, force, energy, work, power, torque, linear momentum, rotational motion, angular momentum and thermodynamics. The conservation laws will be stressed. Topics in thermodynamics are covered as time permits. Solving practical problems will be a major emphasis.  Pre-requisite:  ALEKS score of 30 or successful completion of MAT-092 with a C- or better.

CON-128 - Construction Management Estimating

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

Interpretation of construction drawings and specifications. Introduction to estimating quantities, cost of materials and labor costs. Work methods, job planning, project scheduling and control, field administration and management procedures of contracting will be covered.

CON-345 - Soils and Concrete

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course is a study of the characteristics of soil and concrete. Such components as design, core samples, grain structure, compaction and strength test, mixes, treatments, reinforcement, "slump test", etc., will be covered as well as varied application and installation methods.

PHY-172 - College Physics II

Lecture: 3

Lab: 2

Credit: 4

This course is a continuation of College Physics I. Topics to be covered include oscillations, waves, electricity, magnetism and optics. Topics in modern physics may be covered if time permits. Prerequisite: PHY-162.

SOC-114 - Conflict Resolution in the Workplace

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

Conflict Resolution in the Workplace will study conflict resolution theories and applications in the workplace. The course will provide students with the opportunity to develop their own effective interpersonal conflict resolution skills as well as skills needed to help employees resolve their conflicts with one another and the skills needed to negotiate contracts. Students will also be introduced to theories and skills needed to apply culturally sensitive principles to conflict resolution.

ART-133 - Drawing

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

A beginning drawing class in a variety of media using an assortment of subjects. The student will explore theories and concepts of drawing.

SPC-112 - Public Speaking

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course examines both the theoretical and practical basis of speech communication, particularly public speaking. Emphasis is on speech preparation, organization, support, delivery and audience analysis.

Douglas Riley - Assistant Professor - Construction Technology

Email: driley@scciowa.edu
AA, Southeastern Community College
BA, Iowa Wesleyan College