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Construction Technology
Construction Technology
Construction Technology
By pursuing a certificate or degree in Construction Technology, you'll learn the materials of construction, residential and commercial methods, industry codes and laws, and survey techniques, as well as how to estimate, schedule and manage small and large projects.
Read further to learn more about NWACC's certificate and degree options, costs and
financial assistance.
Questions? Email constructiontech@nwacc.edu.
View the How-to-Apply Help Guide
to review the application process.
Contact Construction Technology
- Integrated Design Lab (IDL), A119
- (479) 936-5176
- (479) 936-5198
- constructiontech@nwacc.edu
- M-Th, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Academic Paths
NWACC offers a certificate of proficiency, a technical certificate and an AAS in construction technology. View the courses required to earn a certificate or degree.
General Education Courses
MATH 1003 Survey of Technical Math OR
MTCM 1003 Comm and Math for Workforce and MATH 1001 Special Topics Surv Tech Math
Core Construction Courses
CST 1313 Materials of Construction OR
CST 1323 Introduction to Craft Skills
CST 2213 Construction Methods I
CST 2223 Construction Methods II
CST 2413 Estimating
CST 2523 Project Scheduling
General Education Courses
ENGL 1013 Composition I
MATH 1003 Survey of Technical Math OR
MTCM 1003 Comm and Math for Workforce and MATH 1001 Special Topics Surv Tech Math
OR higher level math
Required Core Courses
BADM 2513 Business Organization and Mgmt
DRFT 1234 Engineering Graphics I
DRFT 2114 Auto CAD I
Core Construction Courses
CST 1313 Materials of Construction OR
CST 1323 Introduction to Craft Skills
CST 2213 Construction Methods I
CST 2223 Construction Methods II
CST 2413 Estimating
CST 2513 Surveying
CST 2523 Project Scheduling
CST 2423 Construction Codes and Regs
General Education Courses
CISQ 1103 Intro to Computer Information
ENGL 1013 Composition I
ENGL 1023 Composition II
MATH 1003 Survey of Technical Math OR higher level MATH
COMM 1303 Public Speaking OR higher level COMM
XXXX XXX3 Social/Behavioral Science elective (see course catalog for options)
Required Core Courses
CST 1323 Introductory Craft Skills
CST 1313 Materials of Construction OR
ART 1323 3-D Design
CST 2441 Construction Internship
CST 2523 Project Scheduling
CST 2423 Construction Codes and Regs
BADM 2533 Supervision
OR
BADM 2513 Business Organization and Mgmt
DRFT 1234 Engineering Graphics I
DRFT 2114 Auto CAD I
DRFT 2234 Bldg. Info. Mod I
DRFT 2363 – Commercial Construction Drawing OR DRFT 2403 Site Planning and Land Development,
OR DRFT 2263 Civil Engineering Fundamentals OR, DRFT 2353 Residential Design and Construction
OR ART 1333 2-D Design
Core Construction Courses
CST 2213 Construction Methods I
CST 2223 Construction Methods II
CST 2513 Surveying
CST 2413 Estimating
With a degree in Construction Technology, you may find employment opportunities as:
- Trained field supervisor
- Estimator
- Project engineer
- Project superintendent
Cost & Financial Assistance
NWACC's Construction Technology program adheres to the college's tuition and payment policies and options. View the tuition and fees page to learn more.
For further break down on tuition and fees by semester, email constructiontech@nwacc.edu.
Financial Aid:
As an NWACC student, you'll have access to a variety of financial aid sources to help
you pay for college expenses. Financial aid can come from federal, state, school and
private sources. Learn more about financial aid options.
Construction Scholarships:
NWACC offers scholarships for students who are pursuing a certificate or degree in
construction technology. NWACC's scholarship application cycle is open to students
from Dec 1 - March 7, and awards are given during the following academic year.
Eligibility for construction scholarship applicants:
- Must have a 2.7 GPA or greater
- Be enrolled in 12 hours
- Pursuing a certificate or degree in construction technology
Learn more about NWACC scholarships.
