What can you do with this degree?
A degree in Construction Trades Management will prepare you for an entry-level position with the essential skills required for the construction trades industry. This program is certified with the National Association of Home Builders through the Home Builders Institute and encompasses the National Skills Standards for the Construction Trades.
What can CTE programs do for you?
Career Technical Education programs allow students to develop skills in career technical areas leading to employment or improved employment opportunities. CTE programs in addition to Carpentry incorporate a variety of skills such as air conditioning, plumbing, soldering, electrical trouble shooting and welding just to name a few.
What will you learn in the Construction Trades Management program?
In this program, you will learn about all aspects of construction trades management including air conditioning and refrigeration, construction graphics/drafting, electricity, plumbing, and employee and occupational safety.
What kinds of classes can you look forward to in the Construction Trades Management program?
Blueprint Reading for Construction
This class will introduce you to reading, interpretation and visualization of blueprints in construction.
Structural Design and Building Materials
In the class, you will learn the structural analysis in building design, as well as the basic relationships between structures and architectural form. You will also study the principals, concepts and procedures of statics and mechanics of materials.
Construction Management Field Operations
You will learn the skills and techniques necessary for management of construction field operations.
How long will it take you to complete this degree?
This 64-credit degree can be completed taking classes full time in approximately two years.
What are the degree/certificate requirements?
For a current checklist of the courses required for this program, go online to Program Check Sheets or contact a counselor by calling the Counseling Office at (928) 344-7624. A counselor is available to meet with you.
Who can you call to find out more information?
Contact a full time faculty member by calling the AWC operator at (928) 317-6000 and ask for the professor of Carpentry and Construction Trades Management Division.
Revised 4/2008