Build a solid foundation for a career in construction.
What is Construction Technology?
The Construction Technology program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the construction industry. Residential and light commercial construction applications are taught. This program includes instructional units in blueprint reading, building site layout procedures, foundation systems, light framing construction methods, exterior and interior finish systems, concrete forming systems, and construction safety.
Students in the program get to actively and physically do the work associated with the building of a home. Students also learn to estimate materials, while working on projects associated with each class being taken, from framing floors and walls, to cutting rafters and installing doors.
Getting Started
What are my degree, diploma, and certificate options?
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BRX 220 - Blueprint Reading for Construction | 3 |
| CAR 126 - Introduction to Construction | 3 |
| CAR 127 - Introduction to Construction Lab | 1 |
| CAR 190 - Light Frame Construction I - Floors and Walls | 3 |
| CAR 191 - Light Frame Construction I - Floors and Walls Lab | 2 |
| Transitional Math (if needed) or | (3) |
| Transitional Reading (if needed) | (3) |
| CAR 140 - Construction Surveying and Foundation Systems (can be taken 1st or 3rd semester) |
3 |
| CAR 141 - Construction Surveying and Foundation Systems-Lab (can be taken 1st or 3rd semester) |
2 |
| Total | 12-17 |
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CAR 196 Light Frame Construction II - Ceiling and Roofs | 3 |
| CAR 197 - Light Frame Construction II - Ceiling and Roofs Lab | 2 |
| CAR 200 - Light Frame Construction III - Exterior and Interior Finish | 3 |
| CAR 201 - Light Frame Construction III - Exterior and Interior Finish Lab | 2 |
| ISX 100 - Industrial Safety | 3 |
| Transitional Class(es) or | |
| General Education from Area 1 (Written Communication, Oral Communications, or Humanities/Heritage) |
3 |
| Total | 16 |
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CAR 140 - Surveying & Foundations (if not taken 1st semester) | 3 |
| CAR 141 - Surveying & Foundations Lab (if not taken 1st semester) OR |
2 |
| Technical Electives (approved by instructor) | (0-5) |
| CAR 298 - Practicum in Construction OR | 2 |
| CAR 299 - Co-op in Construction | (2) |
| General Education from Area 2 Social/Behavioral Sciences, Natural Sciences or Quantitative Reasoning |
3 |
| Computer/Digital Literacy course OR demonstrated competency | 0-3 |
| Total | 13 |
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Technical Electives (This list is not all inclusive. Other courses may be taken as approved by the Carpentry instructor.) | 5-10 |
| CAR 150 - Construction Formwork | (3) |
| CAR 151 - Construction Formwork Lab | (2) |
| CAR 240 - Light Frame Construction IV | (3) |
| CAR 241 - Light Frame Construction IV | (2) |
| CAR 198 - Special Topics in Construction | (1-6) |
| Total | 5-10 |
Total credits for diploma: 48-51
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BRX 220 - Blueprint Reading for Construction | 3 |
| CAR 126 - Introduction to Construction | 3 |
| CAR 127 - Introduction to Construction Lab | 1 |
| CAR 140 - Surveying & Foundations | 3 |
| CAR 141 - Surveying & Foundations Lab | 2 |
| CAR 190 - Light Frame Construction I - Floors and Walls | 3 |
| CAR 191 - Light Frame Construction I - Floors and Walls Lab | 2 |
| Transitional Class(es) (if needed) | |
| Total | 17 |
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BRX 220 - Blueprint Reading for Construction | 3 |
| CAR 126 - Introduction to Construction | 3 |
| CAR 127 - Introduction to Construction Lab | 1 |
| *Electives: (Suggested Technical Electives) | 6 |
| Transitional Class(es) (if needed) | |
| Total | 13 |
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CAR 150 - Construction Formwork | 3 |
| CAR 151 - Construction Formwork Lab | 2 |
| Total | 5 |
Total credits for certificate: 18
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BRX 220 - Blueprint Reading for Construction | 3 |
| CAR 126 - Introduction to Construction | 3 |
| CAR 127 - Introduction to Construction Lab | 1 |
| CAR 190 - Light Frame Construction I - Floors and Walls | 3 |
| CAR 191 - Light Frame Construction I - Floors and Walls Lab | 2 |
| Transitional Math (if needed) or | (3) |
| Transitional Reading (if needed) | (3) |
| CAR 140 - Construction Surveying and Foundation Systems (can be taken 1st or 3rd semester) |
3 |
| CAR 141 - Construction Surveying and Foundation Systems-Lab (can be taken 1st or 3rd semester) | 2 |
| Total Credits | (12-17) |
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CAR 196 - Light Frame Construction II - Ceiling and Roofs | 3 |
| CAR 197 - Light Frame Construction II - Ceiling and Roofs Lab | 2 |
| CAR 200 - Light Frame Construction III - Exterior and Interior Finish |
3 |
| CAR 201 - Light Frame Construction III - Exterior and Interior Finish Lab |
2 |
| Transitional Class (if needed) | |
| Total | 10 |
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CAR 240 - Light Frame Construction IV | 3 |
| CAR 241 - Light Frame Construction IV AND | 2 |
| CAR 140 - Surveying & Foundations (if not taken 1st semester) | (3) |
| CAR 141 - Surveying & Foundations Lab (if not taken 1st semester) | (2) |
| Total | 5 |
Total credits for certificate: 32
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BRX 220 - Blueprint Reading for Construction | 3 |
| CAR 126 - Introduction to Construction | 3 |
| CAR 127 - Introduction to Construction Lab | 1 |
| Transitional Class(es) (if needed) | |
| Total | 7 |
| Class | Credit hours |
|---|---|
| CAR 196 - Light Frame Construction II - Ceiling and Roofs | 3 |
| CAR 197 - Light Frame Construction II - Ceiling and Roofs Lab | 2 |
| Transitional Class(es) (if needed) | |
| Total | 5 |
Total credits for certificates: 12
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CAR 126 - Introduction to Construction | 3 |
| CAR 127 - Introduction to Construction Lab | 1 |
| CAR 140 - Surveying & Foundations | 3 |
| CAR 141 - Surveying & Foundations Lab | 2 |
| Transitional Class(es) (if needed) | |
| Electives (*Suggested Technical Electives) | 6 |
| Total | 15 |
Total credits for certificates: 15
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BRX 220 - Blueprint Reading for Construction | 3 |
| CAR 126 - Introduction to Construction | 3 |
| CAR 127 - Introduction to Construction Lab | 1 |
| CAR 190 - Light Frame Construction I - Floors and Walls | 3 |
| CAR 191 - Light Frame Construction I - Floors and Walls Lab | 2 |
| Transitional Math (if needed) or | (3) |
| Transitional Reading (if needed) | (2) |
| CAR 140 - Construction Surveying and Foundation Systems (can be taken 1st or 3rd semester) | 3 |
| CAR 141 - Construction Surveying and Foundation Systems-Lab (can be taken 1st or 3rd semester) | 2 |
| Total | 12-17 |
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CAR 196 - Light Frame Construction II - Ceiling and Roofs | 3 |
| CAR 197 - Light Frame Construction II - Ceiling and Roofs Lab | 2 |
| Transitional Classes (if needed) | |
| Total | 5 |
Total credits for certificates: 22
| Class | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CAR 126 Introduction to Construction | 3 |
| CAR 127 Introduction to Construction Lab | 1 |
| Transitional Classes (if needed) | |
| Electives: (Any five (5) additional credits, program or otherwise) | 5 |
| Total | 9 |
How Do I Pay For This?
Worry no more. With the lowest tuition in Kentucky, financial aid options, and a helping hand to guide you through the application process, SCC has you covered. SCC will help you reach your goals at a price that won't break the bank.
What Else Do I Need to Know?
Length of Program
You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in collaboration with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.
