Construction Technology - Building Construction, A.A.S.

Associate in Applied Science
HEGIS #5317
Chairperson: Dr. Christine M. LaPlante
Hudson Hall, Room 129, (518) 629-7355

Mission: The mission of the Construction Technology program is to meet the educational needs of the construction industry by training entry-level construction managers and by providing continuing education for construction employees.

Program Objectives: A graduate of the Construction Technology program will be able to:

• perform necessary surveys for construction site layout;
• interpret construction drawings and perform quantity surveys and estimates;
• plan, schedule and coordinate residential or commercial construction;
• prepare drawings for a residential or commercial construction project and apply appropriate building codes;
• perform shop and field calculations required for steel and concrete structures;
• perform basic computer applications in a construction office;
• interpret materials specifications;
• apply management principles to a construction project; and
• assist in the layout and development of subdivisions.

This program trains the student in the field of construction management. There is a growing need for people trained in management in construction.

Program Entrance Requirements

The estimated cost of books for the student enrolled in the first full-time term as outlined would be approximately $705.