Construction Technology
Build the skills to bring projects to life
Program Options
Construction Technology Certificate
The Construction Technology Certificate provides foundational training in construction methods, materials, safety practices, blueprint reading, and jobsite operations. This option is ideal for students looking to build workforce-ready skills and enter the construction industry quickly.
Construction Technology AAS
The Associate of Applied Science in Construction Technology expands on core construction skills with additional coursework in project planning, supervision, building systems, codes, and construction management. This degree is designed for students seeking broader technical knowledge and greater career advancement opportunities.
Construction and Industry Trades AAS
Designed for certified journeymen, this degree allows eligible professionals to apply apprenticeship and trade training toward an associate degree. Students must provide appropriate documentation of completed apprenticeship training and work experience.
Stackable Credentials
CCC’s Construction Technology programs offer flexible pathways that allow you to build your education over time. Credits earned through the Construction Technology Certificate may be applied toward the Construction Technology AAS degree, allowing you to enter the workforce and continue your education as your goals evolve. Some related certificates in the Construction & Sustainable Building pathway may also apply toward associate degree programs. Speak with an academic advisor to identify the pathway that best fits your goals.
What Can I Do within Construction Technology?
Career paths students pursue within Construction Technology:
- Construction Manager
- Construction and Building Inspector
- Civil Engineer
- Environmental Engineering Technologist
- Wind Energy Development Manager
- Solar Thermal Installers and Technician
- HVAC Mechanic and Installer
What Will I Learn?
As a Construction Technology student, you may develop skills in:
Programs at a glance
- Length of Program
- Associate of Science (AS) Transfer Degree
- AGEC-S Certificate
- Individual AGEC courses
- Course Delivery:
- In-person and Online Classes
- Course Schedule:
- Day and Evening Classes Available
- Transferrability:
- All Courses transfer to NAU, ASU, and U of A as AGEC credit.
- Financial Aid Eligible
- Military/Veteran Benefits Available
- Location:
- Lone Tree Cmapus
- Page Campus
- Online
Transfer options
If your goal is to earn a bachelor’s degree, CCC offers transfer pathways that allow you to complete your first two years close to home before continuing at a university. Through partnerships with Northern Arizona University, Arizona State University, the University of Arizona, and Grand Canyon University, you can build a strong academic foundation and transfer into a four-year program. The best pathway depends on your career goals and intended university.
Construction Technology Management (AA)
This 65-credit transfer degree is specifically designed for students who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management at Northern Arizona University.
Associate of Arts (AA)
A flexible transfer degree that can support a variety of academic and professional goals.
Associate of Science (AS)
A transfer-focused degree that prepares students for further study in technical, scientific, and related fields.
Continue Your Education
After completing a transfer degree at CCC, you may be prepared to pursue a bachelor’s degree in areas such as:
- Construction Management
- Civil Engineering
- Project Management
An academic advisor can help you select the transfer degree and coursework that best align with your intended university and career goals. Please meet with an Advisor to discuss options.
Career Outlook
Frequently Asked Questions
- Should I choose the certificate or the associate degree?
The certificate is designed for students seeking focused workforce training and a faster path into the industry. The AAS degree provides broader technical and management-focused coursework that may support additional career advancement opportunities.
- Can I earn certifications while attending CCC?
Students learn construction safety practices and may have opportunities to earn OSHA safety credentials as part of their training. Certification opportunities can vary by course and program.
- Is this program designed for transfer or employment?
Construction Technology is primarily a workforce-focused program designed to prepare students for employment. Students interested in transfer opportunities should meet with an academic advisor to discuss available pathways and educational goals.
Meet your Faculty:
Next Steps:
- Apply for free
- Find ways to pay for college
- Meet with your Advisor
- Enroll in classes
