The Foundation of Every Building
Gain the experience needed to be a project manager on building construction projects. You will learn about construction principles, techniques, materials and building equipment; manual and computer-assisted drafting; building contracting processes; legal considerations; and cost estimating and scheduling using the latest software. This program is ideal if you want to explore the construction field; are employed in field positions in construction and wish to expand your career options; or have supervision experience in construction and want to become an estimator, scheduler or manager.
Careers
Find your path.
Construction and Building Inspector– est. salary $56,205
Construction Manager – est. salary $80,310
Cost Estimator – est. salary $69,899
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction – est. salary $72,027*
**EMSI Data, 2019; Philadelphia County, PA; a percentage of people in these jobs may have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Transfer Opportunities
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Courses and Completion Sequence
Semester 1
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADC 101 - Introduction to Design and Construction | 3 credits | Major Course Tech Comp | |
| ADC 103 - CAD Basics | 3 credits | Major Course Tech Comp | |
| ADC 136 - Construction Safety and Building Codes | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| ENGL 101 - English Composition | 3 credits | Must complete ENGL 101 with minimum grade of “C” or better | ENGL 101 |
| MATH 137 - Geometry for Design | 3 credits | Mathematics |
- This program is designed to provide students with the option of entering the workforce or transferring to a bachelor's degree program after earning their associate's degree
- Follow this course schedule each semester and you’ll earn your associate’s degree in two years
- Make sure you discuss your first semester schedule and your educational plan with an advisor or counselor when you register.
Semester 2
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADC 112 - Construction Materials and Detailing: Properties | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| ADC 146 - Construction Supervision and Business Practices | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| ADC 163 - Digital Documentation in Architecture and Construction | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology | 3 credits | Social Sciences Interpretive Studies American/Global Diversity Writing Intensive | |
| ENGL 102 - The Research Paper | 3 credits | ENGL 102 & Info Lit |
A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required.
- Don’t forget to meet with an advisor and review this schedule when registering for your classes
- Start planning for transfer:
- Did you know our dual admissions partnerships include scholarship opportunities?
- Learn more about our transfer agreements and use our interactive search tool for your program’s transfer options
- Make sure you are using Starfish Connect to track and improve your grades
- Stay on the path to success: take advantage of academic support services offered by Counseling the Learning Labs, Academic Advising and more
- Now is a good time to start financial planning for next semester:
- Manage your financial aid
- Take advantage of our payment plans and know the payment deadlines
- Apply for a scholarship— You only have to complete one application to be considered for all available scholarships
Summer I
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADC 186 - Surveying | 3 credits | Major Course |
A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required.
Semester 3
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADC 226 - Structures I — Analysis | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| ADC 246 - Contracts and Specifications | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| ADC 236 - Construction Cost Estimating I | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| ADC 212 - Construction Materials and Detailing: Methods | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| ADC 286 - Building Rehabilitation and Energy Retrofit | 3 credits | Major Course |
A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required.
- Meet with an advisor and review this schedule when registering for your classes
- Make sure you are using Starfish Connect to track and improve your grades
- Stay on the path to success: take advantage of academic support services offered by Counseling the Learning Labs, Academic Advising and more
- Start financial planning for next semester:
- Manage your financial aid
- Take advantage of our payment plans and know the payment deadlines
- Apply for a scholarship—You only have to complete one application to be considered for all available scholarships
Semester 4
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADC 261 - Construction Management and Scheduling | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| ADC 227 - Structures II — Design | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| ADC 237 - Construction Cost Estimating II — Computer Methods & Cost-Benefit Analysis | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| EASC 111 - Environmental Conservation | 3 credits | Natural Sciences | |
| ENGL 115 - Public Speaking or SPAN 101 - Elementary Spanish or HUM 101 - Cultural Traditions or ADC 176 / HIST 176 - Philadelphia History: Architecture and Planning* |
3 credits | Humanities |
A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required.
- Congratulations, this is your final semester! Don’t forget to complete your graduation application.
- Meet with an advisor when registering for your classes
- Finalize your transfer plans:
- Meet with a counselor at your selected dual admissions transfer college
- Meet with one of our College’s counselors or an advisor to review transfer requirements
- Take advantage of our scholarship opportunities for transferring students and apply for a scholarship
- Visit Career Connections to learn about internships and your future career possibilities
General Education Requirements:
All general education requirements necessary for graduation are met through the courses in the program as indicated above. Students who wish to take courses that differ from the general education courses indicated above must complete a course substitution request form. To access the form, login to the MyCCP portal, and in the Student tab, under Electronic Forms, click on the Records and Registration Forms link, then choose Request For Course Substitution Of Graduation Requirement link. A more detailed explanation of the College’s general education requirements is also available.
Featured Career
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers.
$72,027
1,392
in the region
+3%
in the region
Typical Tasks
- Supervise, coordinate, or schedule the activities of construction or extractive workers.
- Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures.
- Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met.
- Locate, measure, and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment, using measuring and marking equipment.
- Estimate material or worker requirements to complete jobs.
How well does it pay?
New workers generally start around $41,712. Normal pay for First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers is $72,027 per year, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as $105,220.
Program Information
Construction Management
Degree Type:
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)Credits Needed to Graduate:
63