Construction and Civil Engineering Technology with Specializations in:
- Construction Management
- Civil/Surveying Engineering
Associate in Science Degree (CIP# 1615100102)
The Construction and Civil Engineering Technology A.S. Degree program provides both the theoretical and classroom experience which closely parallels on-the-job activities. It is designed to train competent technicians capable of working with architects, engineers, contractors, building officials and others. It will accommodate architectural drafting, construction estimators, schedulers, and supervisors, as well as persons just entering the field of construction.
Students are strongly encouraged to consult a career program advisor in the department office for assistance in determining the best education plan for their career goals.
Although scheduling may not always provide for the following progression of courses, students should use the foundation, intermediate and advanced course sequence as a guide in program planning.
All degree-seeking students must satisfy entry testing requirements and satisfactorily complete all mandatory courses in reading, student success, mathematics, English, and English for Academic Purposes in which the student is placed.
Alternative Ways to Earn Credit toward this Degree
Graduates of specific programs at Orange Technical College and Osceola Technical College, as well as other institutions may be eligible to receive college credit for courses in this program. You may also be eligible to receive credit toward this degree if you have earned one of the approved Gold Standard industry certifications or Career Pathways credit. To learn more about Valencia’s award of credit options, visit https://valenciacollege.edu/academics/programs/as-degree/credit-industry-certification-agreements.php. Eligible students should contact the Career Program Advisor in their academic department for more information about the requirements for the award of credit.
College Credit Technical Certificates
The Construction and Civil Engineering A.S. degree also offers the following college credit certificate programs. These certificates can put you on the fast-track to reaching your career goals. They are designed to equip you with a specialized skill set for entry-level employment or to upgrade your skills for job advancement. Most can be completed in one year or less, and all of the courses in the certificates are embedded in the A.S. degree. You can earn the certificates as you progress through your A.S. Degree or as a separate, stand-alone credential. Click on the Certificate tab at the top of the page for more information about the certificates that are offered.
- Construction Specialist (18 credits) (CIP # 0615100103)
- Field Survey Technician (18 credits) (CIP # 0715020102)
Start Right
Degree-seeking students enrolling at Valencia for the first time will have a limited range of courses from which to choose for their first 18 college-level credits. Within the first 18 college credit hours, you will be required to take ENC1101 (3 credits), ETD 1031C (3 credits) and a mathematics course appropriate to your selected meta-major (3 credits). The remaining courses will be chosen from the General Education Core Courses in humanities (3 credits), science (3 credits), and either POS 2041 or AMH 2020 (3 credits), and/or the introductory courses within the A.S. degree programs. For specific courses see the Foundation Courses on the “Program Requirements” tab. For course sequencing recommendations, see your Career Program Advisor or create an education plan by logging into Atlas, clicking on the LifeMap tab and clicking My Education Plan.
Potential Careers
- Project Manager
- Construction Scheduler
- Construction Superintendent
- Construction Estimator
- Building Inspector
- Construction Manager
- Building Supervisor
- General Contractor
- Plans Reviewer
Salary & Earnings Information
For career information related to this program, please visit O*Net OnLine.
Contacts
Future Students
To learn more about this program, contact Enrollment Services at enrollment@valenciacollege.edu or 407-582-1507.
Current Students
Your Career Program Advisor contact information can be found in Atlas. Log into Atlas, click on the Courses tab, and check your Academic Profile information to find a link to your Advisor.
West Campus Faculty Program Chair
Andrew Ray, R.A,: 407-582-1847
aray@valenciacollege.edu
Internship and Workforce Services
If you need assistance with job resources or in locating an internship, please visit: valenciacollege.edu/internship.
Program Outcomes
- Accept professional and ethical responsibilities required by industry.
- Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
- Analyze systems and processes used to create the built environment.
- Solve design problems using algebraic and trigonometric functions.
Program Requirements
| +*~ | 3 |
| ETD 1031C | INTRODUCTION TO THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT | 3 |
| MTB 2321C | TECHNICAL MATH | 3 |
| ETD 1103C | ENGINEERING GRAPHICS WITH CAD | 3 |
| +*~ | 3 |
| ~ | 3 |
| ~ | 3 |
| ~ | 3 |
| SUR 1101C | BASIC SURVEYING MEASUREMENTS (Surveying I) * | 3 |
| BCN 2405 | STATICS AND STRENGTH OF MATERIALS * | 3 |
| ETC 1251C | ENGINEERING MATERIALS AND PROCESSES | 3 |
| ETD 1340C | ADVANCED CADD * | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 |
Construction Management Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Plan and perform basic project management functions for construction.
| BCT 1705 | CONTRACTS, CODES, SPECIFICATIONS, AND OFFICE PRACTICES | 3 |
| BCN 2563 | BUILDING SYSTEMS & MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| BCN 2721C | CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULING AND MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| BCT 2770C | BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING (FORMERLY BCT 2600) * | 3 |
| TAR 1120C | ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING I * | 3 |
| TAR 2033C | ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN * | 3 |
| BCN 1303C | BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING (REVIT W/ DYNAMO) * | 3 |
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 24 |
Notes:
Specialized program courses are offered on the West Campus. They may not be offered every session.
Expand your career opportunities with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Organizational Leadership (BASBOL) from Valencia. This degree builds on your skills, and prepares you for a supervisory or management role within your respective field. For more information, go to: Bachelor's Degree in Business & Organizational Leadership. Students who wish to continue their education should consult with a Career Program Advisor to determine the best education plan for their career goals.
Students planning to transfer to Seminole State College must complete College Algebra and should contact Seminole State College advising for a list of courses that transfer. Students wishing to transfer credits from this program to another institution must accept responsibility for securing approval from the transfer institution for acceptance of this degree.
Civil/Surveying Engineering Specialization
Program Outcomes
- Perform basic civil/surveying techniques and related calculations
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| SUR 2202C | HIGHWAY DRAFTING AND ROUTE DESIGN * | 3 |
| SUR 2640C | ADVANCED SURVEYING COMPUTATIONS (SURVEYING III) * | 3 |
| SUR 2460C | SUBDIVISIONS * | 3 |
| SUR 2390C | INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS | 3 |
| ETC 2521C | HYDRAULICS AND HYDROLOGY | 3 |
| BCN 1272 | CONTSTRUCTION BLUEPRINT READING | 3 |
| BCN 1303C | BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING (REVIT W/ DYNAMO) * | 3 |
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 24 |
Notes:
Specialized program courses are offered on the West Campus. They may not be offered every session.
Upon earning the Construction and Civil Engineering Technology A.S. degree, you can continue at Valencia to complete the B.A.S. degree in Business & Organizational Leadership. Additional education at the bachelor’s level can enhance your skills and create more career opportunities.
Students interested in pursuing careers in Land Surveying are encouraged to contact UF-Apopka regarding the Geomatics Certificate (sfrc.ufl.edu/distance/gemcertificate). During their time at Valencia, this pathway will require students to register as a dual-major, allowing them to complete an AA degree in addition to completing the Civil/Surveying Engineering specialization in the Construction and Civil Engineering Technology AS Degree. Students wishing to transfer credits from this program to another institution must accept responsibility for securing approval from the transfer institution for acceptance of this degree.
Students who wish to continue their education should consult with their Career Program Advisor to determine the best education plan for their career goals.
Construction Specialist
Technical Certificate
This certificate is designed to prepare individuals for entry-level positions working with architects, engineers, contractors, and building officials. It provides a working knowledge of estimating, scheduling, and interpreting commercial and residential blueprints. It also provides the foundation for individuals pursuing a career in building inspection and quality control.
Program Outcomes
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Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
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Analyze systems and processes used to create the built environment.
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Solve design problems using algebraic and trigonometric functions.
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Plan and perform basic project management functions for construction.
| ETC 1251C | ENGINEERING MATERIALS AND PROCESSES | 3 |
| BCN 2721C | CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULING AND MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| BCT 2770C | BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING (FORMERLY BCT 2600) * | 3 |
| MTB 2321C | TECHNICAL MATH | 3 |
| 6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 |
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| BCN 1272 | CONTSTRUCTION BLUEPRINT READING | 3 |
| BCT 1705 | CONTRACTS, CODES, SPECIFICATIONS, AND OFFICE PRACTICES | 3 |
| BCN 2563 | BUILDING SYSTEMS & MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| TAR 2170C | INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURAL REVIT | 3 |
| SUR 1101C | BASIC SURVEYING MEASUREMENTS * | 3 |
| BCN 2941 | | 1-4 |
| BCN 2942 | INTERNSHIP IN CONSTRUCTION AND CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY | 1-4 |
Notes:
All certificate courses are offered on the West Campus.
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus.
Field Survey Technician
Technical Certificate
This certificate is designed to prepare individuals for entry-level positions working with architects, engineers, and contractors. It provides a working knowledge of surveying measurements, field work with data collection, roadway and subdivision design. It also provides the foundation for individuals pursuing a career in the civil surveying land development field by utilizing the current industry software.
Program Outcomes
- Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
- Analyze systems and processes used to create the built environment.
- Solve design problems using algebraic and trigonometric functions.
- Perform basic civil/surveying techniques and related calculations
NOTE:
Students interested in pursuing careers in Land Surveying are encouraged to contact UF-Apopka regarding the Geomatics Certificate (sfrc.ufl.edu/distance/gemcertificate). During their time at Valencia, this pathway will require students to register as a dual-major, allowing them to complete an AA degree in addition to completing the Civil/Surveying Engineering specialization in the Construction and Civil Engineering Technology AS Degree.
