Associate in Applied Science
HEGIS #5317
Interim Chairperson: Joseph Dana
Hudson Hall, Room 129, (518) 629-7358
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
	
		
			| Courses | 
			Entry Term | 
			Special Notes | 
			H.S. Average | 
		
		
			| Algebra and geometry or 2 units of equivalent academic math (70 or above in each course) | 
			Fall and Spring | 
			  | 
			70 or above | 
		
	
The estimated cost of books for the student enrolled in the first full-time term as outlined would be approximately $705.