Building Construction
Certificate (C)
Purpose
Graduates with certificates in building construction will be able to:
- evaluate a building design using building codes and zoning regulations;
- perform basic surveying operations;
- perform tests on materials such as concrete, metals and wood; and
- produce a representative set of working drawings for a small building using computer-aided drafting software.
Admission Requirements and Special Conditions
A high school diploma (or equivalent) and satisfactory scores on college placement tests (or equivalent) in English and mathematics are required. If students have deficiencies in English and/or mathematics, JTCC offers developmental courses to prepare students for the curriculum.
Program Curriculum
| 1st Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
|---|---|---|
| ARC 121 Architectural Drafting I | 3 | |
| ARC 221 Architectural CAD Applications Software I | 3 | |
| CIV 171 Surveying I | 3 | GIS 101 |
| MTH 103 Applied Technical Mathematics I | 3 | MTH 115, MTH 163, MTH 273 |
| SDV 100 College Success Skills | 1 | |
| Technical Elective | 3 | See Note 1. |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
| 2nd Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| ARC 122 Architectural Drafting II | 3 | |
| ARC 246 Materials and Methods of Construction | 4 | |
| ARC 258 Building Codes, Contract Documents and Professional Office Practices | 3 | |
| ENG 111 College Composition I | 3 | |
| Health/Physical Education Elective | 2 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits For Program | 31 |
Notes and Additional Curriculum Options
- The technical elective requirement can be satisfied by courses with the following prefixes: AIR, ARC, CAD, ELE, EGR, ETR, IND, MAC, MEC or WEL.
- Part-time students should consult their faculty advisors regarding appropriate course sequences.
For additional information on this program, please contact the Division of Engineering, Business and Public Services: 804-706-5121 (Chester) or 804-594-1480 (Midlothian).
2012-2013 Catalog
