The Concrete Science Technology program prepares students with skills necessary to excel in the production and analytical evaluation of concrete and the specified applications, aggregate selection, and admixture techniques and products in the concrete industry. Emphasis is additionally placed on specialized properties of concrete, building codes, estimating, and troubleshooting of prior installations.
Effective Fall 2022
- School of Engineering Technologies
- Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
- More Information about Concrete Science Technology
Career Opportunities
Graduates will benefit from a wide variety of career paths ranging from concrete quality control specialist, highway inspector, research and development technician, batch plant production manager/supervisor, ready mix plant manager, engineering technician, aggregate production and supply manager, admixture technician, concrete supply sales, decorative concrete specialist, structural engineer, and form and placement specialist. These job classifications differ from those having skill sets in flatwork and finishing and require a stronger knowledge of composition and application.
Recommended High School Subjects
Two years of algebra and one year of science, preferable Chemistry.
Special Equipment Needs
See program Tool List for major.
The degree contains coursework that is delivered on-campus, hybrid, and online. In order to successfully complete the online coursework, the student will need access to a computer that can access the Internet.
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 in a professional and responsible manner.
- interpret concrete drawings, identify key symbols specific to concrete and estimate quantities per plan.
- establish parameters and set elevations for concrete formwork according to required specifications.
- identify building codes specific to both commercial and residential concrete including American Concrete Institute (ACI) testing for air, temperature, and slump.
- perform a standard evaluation and provide recommendations for concrete strengths, reinforcement and thickness per specific application.
- design concrete mixes based on application and purpose.
- successfully obtain professional industry certifications.
- analyze applications and procedures for repair or replacement of defective concrete work.
- perform accurate analysis on aggregates used in concrete for specific gravity, moisture, and cleanliness.
- identify significant historical events and their effect on the concrete industry.
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 | ||
| BCT110 | Site Preparation & Layout | 2 | 1 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| BCT238 | Concrete Construction | 3 | 1 | 6 | M | REQ | |
| CST100 | Introduction to Concrete Science Technology | 1 | 1 | M | REQ | ||
| CST110 | Concrete Tools & Materials | 2 | 2 | M | REQ | ||
| ENL111 | English Composition I | 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 | 17 | ||||||
| Second Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| CST120 | Properties & Testing of Concrete | 4 | 2 | 6 | M | REQ | |
| CST140 | Concrete Codes & Standards | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| CST160 | Concrete Materials & Repair Products | 2 | 2 | M | REQ | ||
| BCT234 | Masonry Principles | 5 | 2 | 9 | M | REQ | |
| CSC124 | Information, Technology & Society | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 17 | ||||||
| Summer Session | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| CST202 | Concrete Industry Internship | 1 | M | REQ | |||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 1 | ||||||
| Third Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| CST205 | Structural Concrete | 3 | 2.50 | 1.50 | M | REQ | |
| CST204 | Decorative Concrete | 3 | 1 | 6 | M | REQ | |
| CST210 | Concrete Construction Estimating | 3 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| BCT307 | Managing Construction Safety | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| MGT115 | Principles of Management | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 | ||||||
| Fourth Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| CST207 | Concrete Production Problems & Conflict Resolution | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| CST208 | Forming, Shoring & Reinforcing | 3 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| CDP | Core Global & Cultural Diversity Perspective | 3 | S | CDP | |||
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| SSP | Core Social Science Perspective | 3 | S | SSP | |||
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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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| HIP | Core Historical Perspective | 3 | S | HIP | |||
| ENL201 | Technical & Professional Communication | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
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| ENL121 | English Composition II | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| PHS103 | Physics Survey | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
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| CHM100 | Fundamentals of Chemistry | 4 | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | |
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| PHS114 | Physics with Technological Applications | 4 | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 | ||||||