Effective Fall 2022
- School of Engineering Technologies
- Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
- More Information about Building Construction Technology
This major prepares students with job-entry competencies in the construction industry. Students learn the principles and technologies of residential and light commercial construction. The curriculum emphasizes layout, construction materials, construction methods, cost estimation, project management, and construction safety. Courses in English, mathematics, science, and computer applications are included to enhance a student's career opportunities. Students learn the technical and managerial skills necessary for advancement in the industry. This major may serve as a basis for continued education leading to a bachelor's degree in Residential Construction Technology and Management (BRM).
Career Opportunities
Positions leading to supervisor, contractor, construction technician, or construction superintendent. These positions require, in addition to this degree, suitable job experience.
Recommended High School Subjects
Two years of algebra, one year of geometry, and one year of science.
Special Equipment Needs
See program Tool List for major.
Laptop Computer Required
- Windows 11 or higher (recommended).
- Intel Core i5 or i7 (generation 10 or higher) processor (recommended).
- 8+ GB RAM (recommended).
- 250+ GB Solid State Disk (SSD) drive (recommended).
- Laptop must include a webcam and microphone (required).
- Laptop must include a wireless network card (required).
- Broadband Internet connection when working off campus (required).
- Additional plug-ins may be required (Information Technology Services Service Desk available for assistance).
- Chromebooks and other devices running Chrome OS are prohibited.
Remediation Strategies
All incoming students must meet placement requirements in math. Students are expected to remediate any deficiencies as explained in the College Catalog (see https://www.pct.edu/catalog/admissions-policy).
Transfer Procedures
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see https://www.pct.edu/admissions/transfer/transferring-credits). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
Program Goals
A graduate of this major should be able to:- practice safe work habits, identify work hazards, and demonstrate responsible attitudes and high-quality work.
- demonstrate the basic manipulative skills needed to lay out and plan work.
- interpret plans, drawings, specifications, lines, symbols, and abbreviations on working drawings or blueprints.
- lay out and erect residential and commercial structures.
- identify the building codes related to all the various aspects of the residential building industry.
- analyze specifications and contract drawings; make accurate quantity take-offs and labor estimations to develop an estimated construction cost for a building project.
- prepare preliminary architectural working drawings and sketches.
- demonstrate basic knowledge and skills in masonry and concrete construction.
- describe the organization, financing, labor relations, selling, pricing, customer service, management, and other aspects of business.
- describe the complexity of the building construction industry, the relationship among the various trades, methods of communication and coordination among all trades and professions in the industry.
- apply technical and basic skills on practical residential and light commercial construction projects.
Curriculum
| First Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
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| FYE101 | First Year Experience | 1 | .50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
| BCT103 | Construction Hand & Power Tools | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| BCT104 | Construction Safety & Equipment | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| BCT109 | Framing Principles | 4 | 2 | 6 | M | REQ | |
| BCT110 | Site Preparation & Layout | 2 | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| BCT117 | Construction Materials & Application I | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| CSC124 | Information, Technology & Society | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| MTH123 | Technical Algebra & Trigonometry I | 3 | 2.50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
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| MTH181 | College Algebra & Trigonometry I | 3 | 2.50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 18 | ||||||
| Second Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| BCT118 | Construction Materials & Applications II | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| BCT129 | Print Reading & Drafting | 2 | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| BCT130 | Interior Finish | 3 | 1 | 6 | M | REQ | |
| BCT135 | Weather Resistant Barriers & Finishes | 2 | .50 | 4.50 | M | REQ | |
| BCT140 | Roof Structures | 3 | 1 | 6 | M | REQ | |
| ENL111 | English Composition I | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 16 | ||||||
| Third Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| BCT234 | Masonry Principles | 5 | 2 | 9 | M | REQ | |
| BCT238 | Concrete Construction | 3 | 1 | 6 | M | REQ | |
| BCT260 | Introduction to Electrical & Mechanical Systems | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| ENL201 | Technical & Professional Communication | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| PHS103 | Physics Survey | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
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| PHS114 | Physics with Technological Applications | 4 | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 17 | ||||||
| Fourth Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| BCT255 | Construction Estimating | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| BCT256 | Residential Construction Planning, Scheduling & Management | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| BCT259 | Trim & Millwork | 5 | 2 | 9 | M | REQ | |
| BCT278 | Construction Technology Applications | 2 | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| BCT305 | Codes in Construction | 1 | 1 | M | REQ | ||
| CDP | Core Global & Cultural Diversity Perspective | 3 | S | CDP | |||
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| HIP | Core Historical Perspective | 3 | S | HIP | |||
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| ARP | Core Arts Perspective | 3 | S | ARP | |||
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| AAP | Core Applied Arts Perspective | 3 | S | AAP | |||
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| SSP | Core Social Science Perspective | 3 | S | SSP | |||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 17 | ||||||
Additional Information
Endorsed by the Pennsylvania Builders Association.