2013 - 2014 Catalog - Ozarks Technical Community College

Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)Construction TechnologyCertificate: 32 HoursA.A.S. Degree: 62 HoursDepth of training for entry into the construction occupation depends on the specific needs of employers. In this program, theory and many hoursof practice are combined to lead to the Associate of Applied Science degree or certificate. A broad background allows the student to meet theneeds of various graduate employment goals. This program is recognized by the Associated General Contractors of America, 632 W. 39th Street,Kansas City, MO 64111.Construction Technology Program RequirementsCreditsSemesterTakenPrerequisitesCST 135 (F) Construction Carpentry I 4CST 139 Construction Trim Carpentry 4CST 140 (F) Cabinetmaking and Millwork I 4NoneCST 150 Concrete and Forms 4Certificate of AchievementCST 180 Exterior Finishes 4CST 190 Interior Finishes 4CST 235 (S) Construction Carpentry II 4 CST 135CST 255 Printreading for Construction 4 NoneTotal Credit Hours Required for Certificate of Achievement 32Student wishing to complete the Certificate of Achievementshould submit the Application for Graduation form. The form isavailable through AccessOTC.Certificate of Achievement courses 32CST 260 (F) Construction Estimating/Scheduling 4 CST 255 and TEC 108CST 265 Construction Technology Capstone 2CST 139, 140, 180, 190, 235, 260, and 290 (or concurrentenrollment in CST 290), and a minimum of 45 credit hourscompleted.CST 290 Co-Operative Education/Internship 1-3Completion of 30 credit hours and 2.0 GPA or advisor’s approval.Please see the Department Chair of the specific programarea for applicationCOM 105 Public Speaking 3 NoneAssociate of Applied ScienceGrade of “NC” or better in ENG 050 and RDG 050 or satisfactoryscore on the Placement AssessmentsENG 101 Composition I 3Lab Science Elective (PHY 140 Preferred) 4Program/Related Elective 3-4See course descriptions section of the catalog for individualcourse requirementsSocial Science Elective 3PLS 101 American Government and Politics 3TEC 108 Applied Technical Mathematics (or MTH 110) 3NoneTEC 285 Occupational Seminar 1Minimum of 30 hours toward degree program or advisor’sapproval.Exit ExamSee degree audit for course numberTotal Credit Hours Required for Associate of Applied Science 62Each student must apply for graduation and complete the exitassessment to be eligible to graduate. The graduation applicationis student initiated by submission of the Application forGraduation form. The form is available through AccessOTC.Note: As required by law, all degree programs must include instruction in both the U.S. and the Missouri State Constitution. This can be satisfied by either PLS 101 or both HST 120 and 130.(F) - course offered in the fall semester (S) - Course offered in the spring semesterRelated ElectivesAny related course from the following programs: BUS, CIS, CST, DDT, HRA, IMT, or WLDProgram Electives: CST 170, CST 240, CST 270, CST 27550 Ozarks Technical Community College • Academic Catalog and Student Handbook 2013–2014