CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

Construction Engineering Technology Associate ofApplied Science

The Construction Engineering Technology program is a program to prepare graduates for construction and civil engineering with a comprehensive understanding of construction methods, materials, and best practices. The program combines curriculum in construction and fundamental engineering technology addressing both field methodology and design practices. Field Methodology prepares students for best practices in construction methods, materials, and testing procedures. Design practice places emphasis on understanding the function and application of construction methods, materials, and testing procedures.

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~- ~ Demand for skilled construction industry personnel is increasing as infrastructure demands updating and upgrading, and the residential and commercial building sector recovers. Graduates of this program will have the foundational coursework leading into construction management or four year civil engineering technology programs at various universities, as well as being qualified as entry-level technicians, working with contractors, and as surveyors. Typical job titles with this degree would include Civil Engineering Technician, Field Materials Technician, Estimator, Scheduler, Survey Technician, Design Drafter, and Construction Inspector.

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Dan Burklo, M.S.E., Ph.D. Based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Dean Questions: NSCC Admissions Office (419) 267-1320 NSCC is accredited by: [email protected] The Higher Learning Commission (312) 263-0456 www.NorthwestState.edu 2016-2017 www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org ~ orthwest State PROGRAM SEQUENCE N~ Community College

First Semester Credits ENG111 Composition I 3 MTH109 College Algebra 3 +MET100 Introduction to Engineering Technologies 2 +MET110 Print Reading and Sketch 3 +CET100 Construction Methods and Materials 3 14

Second Semester Credits ENG112 Composition II 3 MTH112 Trigonometry 3 PHY251 Physics: Mechanics and Heat 4 CAD111 CAD I 4 +CET120 Construction Materials Testing 3 17

Third Semester Credits ENG113 Speech 3 +MET235 Statics 3 +MET234 Strengths of Materials 3 +CET200 Surveying 3 Social/Behavioral Science Elective 3 15

Fourth Semester Credits +CET240 Soils 3 +CET115 Project Management 3 +CET290 Capstone 4 Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 16

Total Program Credit Hours 62

+ Students must attain a minimum grade of “C” in all courses with a ‘+’ to progress in the program and to graduate.

Course curriculum is subject to change. Please consult with an Academic Advisor for up-to-date information. Updated 5/3/16