Construction Management
Do you ever have the thought that “I wish I could do that,” when you see a new house or building going up?
If you want to learn about construction and the process, check out the Construction Management Program at GTCC. This a program that prepares individuals to supervise, manage, and inspect construction sites, buildings, and associated facilities.
Credentialing Options
Construction Management Technology, AAS - CIP Code: 46.0401
A 35 19 0
Contact: (336) 334-4822, ext. 53023
The Construction Management Technology AAS degree prepares students for intermediate level employment in the commercial Construction Management industry. The curriculum covers both theory and key principles of commercial project management. The program also develops intermediate technical skills through practical applications that employ current and emerging standards and technologies. Students will study residential planning, blueprint reading, building science, building materials, NC codes, and estimating residential jobs. Additionally, students will be exposed to commercial concepts of advanced planning and estimating, green building technology, BIM, commercial project management, trade and business electives from other disciplines, human relation issues and efficient productivity. Lastly, throughout the two-year degree, students will hone their skills in writing, mathematics, communication, critical thinking, and problem solving.
Successful graduates can qualify for employment in a variety of commercial jobs such as Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, Field Project Engineer, Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Safety Manager, City and County Inspectors, and Estimator. The degree option is also ideal for students who plan to go on to be commercial/residential general contractors and business owners.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Construction Management Technology degree, the graduate should be able to:
- Demonstrate the basic skills to be a supervisor in the construction industry
- Supervise safety at a construction jobsite and qualify for OSHA 30-HR Training Certificate
- Create schedules, budgets, and plans for a construction project
- Interpret construction blueprints
- Estimate material for a small building project
- Apply NC Building Codes to a building project
Students enrolled in this program may be required to travel "to and from" job sites, associated with required "hands on" laboratory work. Students may be required to arrive on campus up to 30 minutes prior to class start times, to accommodate travel.
Fall Semester I
- ARC 133 Construction Doc Analysis
ARC 133 Construction Doc Analysis
Close - CMT 210 Construction Management Fundamentals
CMT 210 Construction Management Fundamentals
Close - CMT 212 Total Safety Performance
CMT 212 Total Safety Performance
Close - ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry
ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry
Close - MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra
MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra
Close
Total Credits: 15
Spring Semester I
- ARC 112 Construction Materials & Methods
ARC 112 Construction Materials & Methods
Close - ARC 225 Architectural BIM I
ARC 225 Architectural BIM I
Close - CMT 120 Codes and Inspections
CMT 120 Codes and Inspections
Close - CST 150 Building Science
CST 150 Building Science
Close - CST 241 Planning/Estimating I
CST 241 Planning/Estimating I
Close
Total Credits: 15
Summer Semester I
- ACC 120 Principles of Financial Accounting
ACC 120 Principles of Financial Accounting
Close - CIS 110 Introduction to Computers
CIS 110 Introduction to Computers
Close
Total Credits: 7
Fall Semester II
- CMT 226 Applications Project
CMT 226 Applications Project
Close - SST 140 Green Building & Design Concepts
SST 140 Green Building & Design Concepts
Close - Communication Elective Credits: 3 1
- BUS 110 Introduction to Business
BUS 110 Introduction to Business
Close - OR WBL 111 Work-Based Learning I
WBL 111 Work-Based Learning I
Close - BUS 139 Entrepreneurship I
BUS 139 Entrepreneurship I
Close
Total Credits: 13-15
Spring Semester II
- BUS 115 Business Law I
BUS 115 Business Law I
Close - CMT 216 Costs and Productivity
CMT 216 Costs and Productivity
Close - Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Credits: 3 2
- Social/Behavioral Science Elective Credits: 3 3
- CMT 218 Human Relations Issues
CMT 218 Human Relations Issues
Close
Total Credits: 15
Total credit hours required for degree: 65-67
Electives
1. Communications Electives
- COM 110 Introduction to Communication
COM 110 Introduction to Communication
Close - COM 120 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
COM 120 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
Close - COM 231 Public Speaking
COM 231 Public Speaking
Close - ENG 112 Writing and Research in the Disciplines
ENG 112 Writing and Research in the Disciplines
Close - ENG 114 Professional Research & Reporting
ENG 114 Professional Research & Reporting
Close
2. Humanities/Fine Arts Electives
- HUM 110 Technology and Society
HUM 110 Technology and Society
Close - HUM 115 Critical Thinking
HUM 115 Critical Thinking
Close - PHI 240 Introduction to Ethics
PHI 240 Introduction to Ethics
Close
3. Social/Behavioral Science Electives
- PSY 150 General Psychology
PSY 150 General Psychology
Close - SOC 210 Introduction to Sociology
SOC 210 Introduction to Sociology
Close
Construction Management Technology Diploma
D 35 19 0 D1
The Construction Management Technology Diploma prepares students for entry-level employment in the residential Construction Management industry. The diploma program develops basic technical skills through practical applications that employ current and emerging standards and technologies. Students will study residential planning, blueprint reading, building science, building materials, NC codes, and estimating residential jobs. Students will have more opportunities to hone their skills in reading, writing, and mathematics
Successful graduates can qualify for employment in a variety of residential jobs such as Estimator, Foreman, or Crew Leader.
Program Outcomes:
Upon completion of Construction Management Technology diploma, the graduate should be able to:
- Supervise safety at a construction jobsite and qualify for OSHA 30-HR Training Certificate
- Create schedules, budgets, and plans for a construction project
- Interpret construction blueprints
- Estimate material for a small building project
- Apply NC Building Codes to a building project
Students enrolled in this program may be required to travel "to and from" job sites, associated with required "hands on" laboratory work. Students may be required to arrive on campus up to 30 minutes prior to class start times, to accommodate travel.
Fall Semester I
- ARC 133 Construction Doc Analysis
ARC 133 Construction Doc Analysis
Close - CMT 210 Construction Management Fundamentals
CMT 210 Construction Management Fundamentals
Close - CMT 212 Total Safety Performance
CMT 212 Total Safety Performance
Close - Communication Elective Credits: 3
- MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra
MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra
Close
Total Credits: 15
Spring Semester I
- ARC 112 Construction Materials & Methods
ARC 112 Construction Materials & Methods
Close - ARC 225 Architectural BIM I
ARC 225 Architectural BIM I
Close - CMT 120 Codes and Inspections
CMT 120 Codes and Inspections
Close - CST 150 Building Science
CST 150 Building Science
Close - CST 241 Planning/Estimating I
CST 241 Planning/Estimating I
Close
Total Credits: 15
Summer Semester I
- ACC 120 Principles of Financial Accounting
ACC 120 Principles of Financial Accounting
Close - CIS 110 Introduction to Computers
CIS 110 Introduction to Computers
Close - WBL 111 Work-Based Learning I
WBL 111 Work-Based Learning I
Close
Total Credits: 8
Total credit hours required for diploma: 38
Communications Electives
- COM 110 Introduction to Communication
COM 110 Introduction to Communication
Close - COM 120 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
COM 120 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
Close - COM 231 Public Speaking
COM 231 Public Speaking
Close - ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry
ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry
Close - ENG 112 Writing and Research in the Disciplines
ENG 112 Writing and Research in the Disciplines
Close - ENG 114 Professional Research & Reporting
ENG 114 Professional Research & Reporting
Close
Frequently Asked Questions
You will need to follow the general enrollment process for GTCC. During the advising process, you will have the opportunity to indicate your desire to study within this curriculum. Your advisor will help you sign up for the specific courses you need.
Jonathan White, Instructor, Construction Management
Financial Aid is available if you qualify. Please contact the Financial Aid office at a GTCC campus near you or visit our Financial Aid web page.
- Project manager
- Superintendent
- Cost estimator
- Materials estimator
- Project scheduler
- Foreman
- Supervisor
The construction management program will give you the knowledge to prepare you for a license; however, there are many more requirements needed to get a N.C. General Contractor’s License.
The classes are in the evening to allow you to keep your employment during the day while working on your degree at night.
Construction Management is transfer-friendly; however, we do not have a guaranteed articulation agreement, currently. You will need to meet with a program faculty member/advisor to discuss the specific transfer requirements at various institutions. The transfer of the credits from GTCC is dependent on the evaluation of course credit by the institution that you are transferring to.