CONSTRUCTION—SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION—ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The construction industry is steadily shifting to more environmentally sound materials and methods in all areas of building, including residential, commercial, industrial, and civil
construction. The centerpiece of our Sustainable Construction program is the “Field Practice” class in which students work on a “green” construction project together. Students may
select a special emphasis in Green Building, Sustainable Design, or Construction Management. In addition to the Associate of Science Degree (60 units), Certificates of Achievement (18
units, plus basic math and English competency) are available in these same areas of emphasis, which can be completed over two semesters.
The sustainable construction field offers a wide range of career opportunities, including craft, trades, and field construction workers; construction manager; sustainable building designer;
green building specialist, auditor, commissioner, inspector, or certification manager; remodeling contractor; construction project estimator; facilities manager; environmental planner;
energy efficiency upgrades installer; building permit processor; and other similar positions.
The Construction—Sustainable Construction Associate’s Degree offers specialized electives to enhance a student’s career opportunities. Students who wish to pursue
careers in the following areas are recommended to choose from the following:
Green Building
Complete electives CONS 126, CONS 128, CONS 130, CONS 132, CONS 134, CONS 136, CONS 150, CONS 151, CONS 154
Sustainable Design
Complete electives CONS 126, CONS 128, CONS 150, CONS 151, DRA 52, DRA 70, DRA 71, CSS 66
Construction Management
Complete electives CONS 140, CONS 144, CONS 146, CONS 149, CONS 150, CONS 151, CONS 152, CONS 154
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
John Anderson, (831) 755−6962, jkanderson@hartnell.edu, Alisal Campus, AC-A109
Center for Advanced Technology, (831) 755-6960, Alisal Campus, AC-A102
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the Sustainable Construction program, a student should be able to:
• demonstrate construction experience and knowledge to prospective employers in the industry.
• analyze and interpret construction blueprints and other job orders.
• compare and contrast conventional construction materials and methods with green building.
A minimum of 60.0 semester units with a grade of “C” or better must be maintained in all degree-applicable units. Only courses numbered 1-199 may apply toward the Associate
Degree. Courses listed below may have prerequisites that must be completed prior to enrolling. Consult a schedule of classes, college catalog, or a counselor for further information.
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REQUIRED MAJOR COURSES
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Course No.
CONS-101
CONS-104
CONS-125
CONS-150
Course Title
Introduction to Sustainable Construction
Print Reading and Modeling
Green Building Materials and Methods
Construction Field Practice I
Units
3.0
3.0
3.0
6.0
Course No.
Course Title
CONS-126
CONS-128
CONS-130
CONS-132
CONS-134
CONS-136
CONS-140
CONS-142
CONS-144
CONS-146
CONS-149
CONS-151
CONS-152
CONS-154
Green Building Remodel and Retrofit
Sustainable Building Design
Heavy Equipment and Highway Construction
Masonry and Concrete
Plumbing and HVAC
Electrical
Construction Management and Scheduling
Construction Estimating
Contract and Labor Law for Construction
Building Regulations and Permit Processes
Commercial Construction
Construction Field Practice II
Construction Field Practice III
Technology Tools for Construction
Course No.
EDU-110
EDU-111
BUS-32
BUS-129
BUS-150.15
BUS-150.25
BUS-152
CSS-43
DRA-50
DRA-52
DRA-70
DRA-71
EGN-3
WLD-52
WLD-150
SUBTOTAL UNITS (15.0)
Course Title
Foundations of Success (ACE)
Team Self-Management (ACE)
Introduction to Business
Practical Customer Service Skills
Word Processing
Electronic Spreadsheets
Introduction to Accounting
Computer Systems and Information Literacy
Introduction to Drafting and Design
Introduction to AutoCAD
Introduction to Architectural Drawing and Design
Advanced Architectural Drawing and Design
Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Basic Welding
SUBTOTAL UNITS (15.0)
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RESTRICTED MAJOR ELECTIVES (Select a minimum of
15.0 units from the following:)
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
RECOMMENDED MAJOR ELECTIVES (None Required)
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Units
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
6.0
6.0
3.0
Units
2.5
2.0
3.0
2.0
3.0
3.0
4.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
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GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
Natural Sciences (Select a minimum of 3 units from catalog
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Social & Behavioral Sciences (Select a minimum of 3 units
from catalog GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Humanities (Select a minimum of 3 units from catalog
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Ethnic Groups in the United States (Select a minimum of 3
units from catalog GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Language and Rationality (9 Units)
A. Written Composition
B. Communication and Analytical Thinking
Communication and Analytical Thinking (Select a
minimum of 1 unit from catalog GENERAL EDUCATION
REQUIREMENTS)
Course No.
Course Title
ENG-1A
MAT-123*
College Composition and Reading
Intermediate Algebra
Units
General Education
Construction Required Major Courses and Restricted Major Electives
ELECTIVES (Courses Numbered 1–199) required when GE units plus Degree units total are fewer than 60.0
TOTAL UNITS
*Completion of MAT-123 or completion of any math in which MAT-123 is a prerequisite with a “C” or better.
‡ These
courses also satisfy General Education Requirements.
TRANSFER STUDENTS: Completing the AS degree does not meet all the requirements for transfer. Students planning to transfer to a university should follow the
requirements of the four-year university. Information on course equivalencies and major preparation requirements for the University of California (UC) and California State
University (CSU) systems are available online at www.assist.org. Please consult with a Hartnell College counselor to review transfer requirements.
3.0
5.0
21.0
30.0
9.0
60.0