Construction and Building Science - Construction Technology (CBCTO)

Award: Associate in Applied Science Degree
Program Location: Fort Omaha Campus

This degree option provides students with technical knowledge and skills desirable for success in the construction industry.

Recommended Program Map

Click here to see the recommended Program Map for this degree. Courses are listed by quarter to show the fastest path to your degree and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a quarter, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your map, please call 531-622-2400.

Graduation Requirements
Major Requirements: 26.5

Option Requirements: 38.5

Elective Requirements: 9.0 - 11.0
General Education: 22.5
Total credit hours required: 96.5 - 98.5

The following General Education courses are recommended for Construction Technology (CBCTO): Communication: ENGL 1220 or ENGL 1225 ; Quantitative/Numeracy Skills: MATH 1240 or higher

Major Requirements for Construction and Building Science

Students interested in a Construction Technology option should consult with faculty or Student Services when planning their studies.

CNST 1005 - Introduction to the Construction Industry 4.5 Credits
CNST 1020 - Blueprint Reading 4.5 Credits
CNST 1030 - Digital Blueprint Applications 4.5 Credits
CNST 1050 - Introduction to Carpentry 4.5 Credits
CNST 2981 - Internship Variable Credits
SCET 1220 - Site Layout 4.5 Credits

Option Requirements for Construction and Building Science - Construction Technology

CNST 1110 - Construction Safety (10-Hour) 1 Credits
CNST 1240 - Interior Finish and Cabinetry 9 Credits
CNST 1360 - Floor, Wall, Stair and Ceiling Framing 9 Credits
CNST 1370 - Exterior Finish 6.5 Credits
CNST 2360 - Roof Framing 6.5 Credits
CNST 2435 - Capstone Completion 6.5 Credits

Elective Requirements

Select 9.0 - 11.0 credit hours from the following:

CNST 1400 - Introduction to Masonry 6.5 Credits
CNST 1520 - Introduction to Concrete 4.5 Credits
CNST 1530 - Concrete Formwork 4.5 Credits
CNST 1230 - Cabinetmaking 4.5 Credits

Associate in Applied Sciences General Education Requirements (22.5 credit hours)

The following are General Education requirements for an Associate in Applied Sciences degree (AAS). Students may not use the same course to satisfy more than one degree requirement.

Communication

1 Course 4.5 credit hrs.

Select 1 Level I course from the list of Communication General Education courses in the current course catalog.

Gen Ed Communication course options

Quantitative/Numeracy

1 Course 4.5 - 5.0 credit hrs.

Please check your degree program for recommended Math course.

Select 1 college level math course from the list of General Education math courses in the current course catalog.

Gen Ed Math course options

*Based on the Math course you select, pre-requisites may be required.

Critical Thinking/Creativity & Social/Cultural Awareness

1 Course 4.5 credit hrs.

Select 1course from the list of Humanities or Social Sciences General Education course options in the current course catalog.

Gen Ed Humanities course options

Gen Ed Social Science course options

Scientific Inquiry

1 Course 4.5-6.0 credit hrs.

Select 1 course from list of Natural or Social Science General Education courses in the current course catalog.

Gen Ed Natural Science course options

Gen Ed Social Science course options

*Students choosing a Social Sciences course to satisfy the Scientific Inquiry requirement should take a Humanities course to satisfy the Critical Thinking/Creativity and Social/Cultural Awareness competency.

Professionalism/Life Skills & Information Literacy

1 Course 4.5

Select one of the following courses.

EXPL 1000 - Exploratory Studies
INFO 1001 - Information Systems and Literacy
HMRL 1010 - Human Relations Skills