Engineering and Construction Technology (AS Degree S0430)
Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This Associate's degree program prepares students for careers in engineering and construction, focusing on building materials, codes, permits, and architectural CAD and BIM. The program includes required courses in architectural materials, building codes, CADD, legal aspects of construction, and construction management. Upon completion, students will be technically competent and prepared for employment in the field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This degree is designed to prepare students for employment in the engineering and construction field. The program focuses on building materials, architectural specifications in construction, building and zoning codes, permits, and architectural CAD and BIM. These skills are essential for direct employment in construction, general or civil engineering technology, building inspection, or construction management. Students interested in a Bachelor's degree (transfer program) should consult with a counselor or advisor to discuss transferability of courses.
Outline:
Required Courses:
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Units | |---|---|---| | ARCH 142 | Architectural Materials and Specifications | 4 | | ARCH 145 | Building and Zoning Codes | 3 | | ECT 16 | CADD and Digital Design Media Level I | 4 | | ECT 17 | Legal Aspects of Construction | 3 | | ECT 26 | Civil Engineering Technology and CADD | 3 | | ECT 67 | Reading Construction Drawings | 3 | | ECT 70 | Elements of Construction Management | 3 | | ECT 71 | Construction Estimating | 3 | | ECT 87 | Fundamentals of Construction Inspection | 3 |
| Total Units | | 29 |
Program Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to:
- Be technically competent.
- Be employed or seeking employment in the field or a related field.
Guided Pathways Suggested Course Sequence:
Fall Term 1
| Course | Units | |---|---| | ECT 16: CADD and Digital Design Media Level I | 4 | | ECT 70: Elements of Construction Management | 3 | | ENGL 1A: Freshman Composition | 4 | | A/AS PE | 1 |
| Total Units | 12 |
Winter Term 1
| Course | Units | |---|---| | SPCH 1A: Public Speaking | 4 |
| Total Units | 4 |
Spring Term 1
| Course | Units | |---|---| | ARCH 145: Building and Zoning Codes | 3 | | ECT 67: Reading Construction Drawings | 3 | | A/AS SELF | 3 | | KIN 34: Fitness for Living | 3 |
| Total Units | 12 |
Summer Term 1
| Course | Units | |---|---| | A/AS AMIST | 3 | | A/AS BEH | 3 |
| Total Units | 6 |
Fall Term 2
| Course | Units | |---|---| | ECT 17: Legal Aspects of Construction | 3 | | ECT 87: Fundamentals of Construction Inspection | 3 | | ARCH 142: Architectural Materials and Specifications | 4 | | A/AS ARTS | 3 | | C1 ARTS ARCH 250 OR 251 | 1 |
| Total Units | 14 |
Winter Term 2
| Course | Units | |---|---| | A/AS HUM | 3 |
| Total Units | 3 |
Spring Term 2
| Course | Units | |---|---| | ECT 26: Civil Engineering Technology and CADD | 3 | | ECT 71: Construction Estimating | 3 | | A/AS SCNCE | 3 | | AA/S ELECT (Degree Applicable Elective) | 3 |
Other:
Students should consult with a counselor or advisor to create an individualized Mountie Academic Plan (MAP).
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Entry Requirements
Home Applicants
- Honours degree: You normally require an honours degree at a minimum of a 2:2 level.
- Work experience: If you don't meet the standard grade requirement, you may still be considered with 12 months of relevant professional experience and/or equivalent qualifications.
Language Requirements
- English Language Requirement:
- You must have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
- The University also accepts a variety of other English language tests.
- Language Support: