Construction Management Technology
This curriculum is designed to prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the fields of construction, construction management, and other associated professions.
Course work includes instruction in sustainable building and design, print reading, building codes, estimating, construction materials and methods, and other topics related to design and construction occupations.
Graduates of this pathway should qualify for entry-level jobs in construction, and trades professions, as well as positions in industry and government.
This program prepares individuals to supervise, manage and inspect construction sites, buildings, and associated facilities. It includes instruction in site safety, personnel supervision, labor relations, diversity training, construction documentation, scheduling, resource and cost control, bid strategies, rework prevention, construction insurance and bonding, accident management and investigation, applicable law and regulations, and communication skills.
For specific information about potential positions and wages in construction management employment, visit the Central Piedmont Career Coach website.
Construction Management Technology (A35190)
Degree Awarded
Students planning to transfer to a four-year baccalaureate program should refer to the transfer degree in Construction Management
The Construction Management curriculum is designed to prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the fields of architecture, construction, construction management, and other associated professions.
This program prepares individuals to supervise, manage and inspect construction sites, buildings, and associated facilities. It includes instruction in site safety, personnel supervision, labor relations, diversity training, construction documentation, scheduling, resource and cost control, bid strategies, rework prevention, construction insurance, and bonding, accident management and investigation, and applicable law and regulations.
Other course work includes instruction in sustainable building and design, print reading, building codes, estimating, construction materials and methods, and other topics related to design and construction occupations.
Graduates of this pathway should qualify for entry-level jobs in architectural, engineering, construction and trades professions, as well as positions in industry and government.
Admissions
- Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Many courses have prerequisites. Check the Courses section for details.
For More Information
The Construction Management program is in the Skilled Trades Division. For more information, contact the program chair at 704.330.4483 or the Skilled Trades Program office at 704.330.4424, weekdays from 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
| General Education Requirements | ||
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3.0 |
| COM 231 | Public Speaking | 3.0 |
| Select 3 credits of the following: | 3.0 | |
| Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | ||
| Quantitative Literacy | ||
| Precalculus Algebra | ||
| Select 3 credits of the following: | 3.0 | |
| Art Appreciation | ||
| Art History Survey I | ||
| Art History Survey II | ||
| Theatre Appreciation | ||
| Cultural Studies | ||
| Myth in Human Culture | ||
| Music Appreciation | ||
| Introduction to Jazz | ||
| Philosophical Issues | ||
| Introduction to Ethics | ||
| World Religions | ||
| Select 3 credits of the following: | 3.0 | |
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| World Civilizations I | ||
| World Civilizations II | ||
| American History I | ||
| American History II | ||
| American Government | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Major Requirements | ||
| ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | 1.0 |
| ARC 225 | Architectural Building Information Modeling I | 2.0 |
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3.0 |
| CMT 120 | Codes and Inspections | 3.0 |
| CMT 210 | Construction Management Fundamentals | 3.0 |
| CMT 218 | Human Relations Issues | 3.0 |
| CMT 212 | Total Safety Performance | 3.0 |
| CMT 214 | Planning and Scheduling | 3.0 |
| CMT 216 | Costs and Productivity | 3.0 |
| CMT 226 | Applications Project | 3.0 |
| CST 111 | Construction I | 4.0 |
| CST 241 | Planning/Estimating I | 3.0 |
| SST 140 | Green Building and Design Concepts | 3.0 |
| WOL 110 | Basic Construction Skills | 3.0 |
| WBL 111 | Work-Based Learning I | 1.0 |
| Select one of the following: | 3.0 | |
| Entrepreneurship I | ||
| Small Business Management | ||
| Select 6 credits of the following: | 6.0 | |
| Construction Materials & Methods | ||
| Comfort Cooling | ||
| Architectural CAD | ||
| Specifications & Contracts | ||
| Architectural 3-D CAD | ||
| Heat Pump Technology | ||
| Introduction to Basic Plumbing | ||
| Basic Plumbing | ||
| Introduction to Plumbing Codes | ||
| Introduction to Masonry | ||
| Masonry III | ||
| World of Work | ||
| HVAC Controls | ||
| Basic Carpentry | ||
| Building Codes | ||
| Specifications & Contracts | ||
| Construction Document Analysis | ||
| Architectural Building Information Modeling I | ||
| Architectural Building Information Modeling II | ||
| Introduction to Business | ||
| Soils and Foundations | ||
| Reinforced Concrete | ||
| Construction Estimating | ||
| Introduction to Electricity | ||
| DC/AC Electricity | ||
| Residential Wiring | ||
| Industrial Wiring | ||
| Surveying I | ||
| Elementary Spanish I and Spanish Lab 1 | ||
| Surveying II | ||
| Introduction to Sustainability | ||
| Energy Use Analysis | ||
| Modeling Renewable Energy | ||
| Issues in Sustainability | ||
| Basic Welding Processes | ||
| Work-Based Learning II | ||
| Work-Based Learning III | ||
| Work-Based Learning IV | ||
| Introduction to Construction | ||
| Construction II | ||
| Total Credits | 65 | |
Construction Management Technology Diplomas
Building Construction Technology Diploma (D35190-D2)
| General Education Requirements | ||
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3.0 |
| MAT 110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 3.0 |
| Technical Core | ||
| ARC 112 | Construction Materials & Methods | 4.0 |
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3.0 |
| CMT 120 | Codes and Inspections | 3.0 |
| CST 241 | Planning/Estimating I | 3.0 |
| SST 140 | Green Building and Design Concepts | 3.0 |
| Program Major | ||
| CST 111 | Construction I | 4.0 |
| CST 112 | Construction II | 4.0 |
| Other Major Requirements | ||
| WOL 110 | Basic Construction Skills | 3.0 |
| CMT 212 | Total Safety Performance | 3.0 |
| WBL 111 | Work-Based Learning I | 1.0 |
| Total Credits | 37 | |
Construction Management Technology Certificates (C35190)
The certificates listed below can be earned in the Construction Management (A35190) program.
- Construction Management Technology Certificate-Specialization in Entry Level Construction Supervision (C35190-C2)
- Construction Management Technology Certificate-Specialization in Entry Level Estimating I (C35190-C3)
- Construction Management Technology Certificate-Specialization in Entry Level Project Supervision (C35190-C5)
- Construction Management Technology Certificate-Specialization in Green Building (C35190-C7)
- Construction Management Technology Certificate-Specialization in Introduction to Building Code Inspector (C35190-C8)
Admissions
- Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent is encouraged as the foundation of a career in this area.
- Many courses have perquisites or co-requisites; check the Courses section for details.
Contact Information
For more information, call the Skilled Trades Division at 704.330.4421 or the Skilled Trades program office at 704.330.4408.
Construction Management Technology Certificate with a Specialization – Entry Level Construction Supervision (C35190-C2)
This certificate also is available to high school students enrolled in Career and College Promise.
| Major Requirements | ||
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3.0 |
| CMT 212 | Total Safety Performance | 3.0 |
| BUS 139 | Entrepreneurship I | 3.0 |
| CMT 210 | Construction Management Fundamentals | 3.0 |
| CMT 218 | Human Relations Issues | 3.0 |
| SST 140 | Green Building and Design Concepts | 3.0 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Construction Management Technology Certificate with a Specialization – Entry Level Estimating I (C35190-C3)
| Major Requirements | ||
| BUS 139 | Entrepreneurship I | 3.0 |
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3.0 |
| CST 241 | Planning/Estimating I | 3.0 |
| CMT 210 | Construction Management Fundamentals | 3.0 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Construction Management Technology Certificate Specialization in Entry Level Project Supervision (C35190-C5)
| Major Requirements | ||
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3.0 |
| CMT 210 | Construction Management Fundamentals | 3.0 |
| CMT 212 | Total Safety Performance | 3.0 |
| CMT 214 | Planning and Scheduling | 3.0 |
| CMT 216 | Costs and Productivity | 3.0 |
| CMT 218 | Human Relations Issues | 3.0 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Construction Management Technology Certificate Specialization in Green Building (C35190-C7)
This certificate also is available to high school students enrolled in Career and College Promise.
| Major Requirements | ||
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3.0 |
| CMT 120 | Codes and Inspections | 3.0 |
| CST 111 | Construction I | 4.0 |
| SST 140 | Green Building and Design Concepts | 3.0 |
| Total Credits | 13 | |
Construction Management Technology Certificate Specialization in Introduction to Building Code Inspector (C35190-C8)
| Major Requirements | ||
| ARC 112 | Construction Materials & Methods | 4.0 |
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3.0 |
| CMT 120 | Codes and Inspections | 3.0 |
| CST 111 | Construction I | 4.0 |
| WBL 111 | Work-Based Learning I | 1.0 |
| WBL 121 | Work-Based Learning II | 1.0 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Construction Management Technology Certificate Specialization in Construction Skills Career Exploration (C35190-51)
| Major Requirements | ||
| WOL 110 | Basic Construction Skills | 3.0 |
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3.0 |
| ARC 225 | Architectural Building Information Modeling I | 2.0 |
| ELC 113 | Residential Wiring | 4.0 |
| AHR 110 | Introduction to Refrigeration | 5.0 |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
Construction Management Technology Certificate Specialization in Entry Level Project Engineer (C35190-52)
| Major Requirements | ||
| CMT 210 | Construction Management Fundamentals | 3.0 |
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3.0 |
| WOL 110 | Basic Construction Skills | 3.0 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3.0 |
| MAT 110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 3.0 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Construction Management Technology Suggested Course Sequence
The following is the suggested plan for when to take each course to complete the Associate in Applied Science degree, based on the program requirements of the 2024-2025 catalog. This is only a recommendation — you may take courses in another order upon consultation with your advisor. This plan is based on you starting with college-level math and English courses, starting your program in the fall, and attending full-time. You can also follow this sequence if you attend part-time. Speak with your academic advisor about the plan and any questions. This program might also offer diplomas or certificates; visit the catalog or contact the program for details. Visit the Academic Advising page for instructions on locating your assigned advisor: https://www.cpcc.edu/academics/academic-advising
| Term I | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CMT 210 | Construction Management Fundamentals | 3.0 |
| CMT 212 | Total Safety Performance | 3.0 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3.0 |
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3.0 |
| WOL 110 | Basic Construction Skills | 3.0 |
| MAT 110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 3.0 |
| You may have completed program certificate C35190-52. Confirm eligibility with your academic advisor. | ||
| Credits | 18 | |
| Term II | ||
| ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | 1.0 |
| CMT 214 | Planning and Scheduling | 3.0 |
| CMT 216 | Costs and Productivity | 3.0 |
| CST 111 | Construction I | 4.0 |
| SST 140 | Green Building and Design Concepts | 3.0 |
| ARC 225 | Architectural Building Information Modeling I | 2.0 |
| You may have completed program certificate C35190-C7. Confirm eligibility with your academic advisor. | ||
| Credits | 16 | |
| Term III | ||
| BUS 139 or BUS 230 | Entrepreneurship I or Small Business Management | 3.0 |
| ART 111 or HUM 120 | Art Appreciation or Cultural Studies | 3.0 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Term IV | ||
| CMT 218 | Human Relations Issues | 3.0 |
| CMT 120 | Codes and Inspections | 3.0 |
| CST 241 | Planning/Estimating I | 3.0 |
| COM 231 | Public Speaking | 3.0 |
| PSY 150 | General Psychology or Introduction to Sociology or Principles of Microeconomics | 3.0 |
| You may have completed a program certificate(s). Confirm eligibility with your academic advisor. | ||
| Credits | 15 | |
| Term V | ||
| WBL 111 | Work-Based Learning I | 1.0 |
| CMT 226 | Applications Project | 3.0 |
| Technical Elective | 3.0 | |
| Technical Elective | 3.0 | |
| Credits | 10 | |
| Total Credits | 65 | |