Mar 11, 2026  
2025-2026 Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Catalog

Construction Management Technology: Residential and Light Commercial Construction, Certificate


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In addition to the two-year associate degree program, Monroe County Community College offers two certificate program options in construction management technology. We recognize that many employers place value on a certificate, which authenticates specialized educational preparation. The programs concentrate upon core courses with skill development and job upgrading being the primary objectives. All courses taken in the certificate programs are applicable toward one of the associate of applied science degrees.

Program Outcomes

A. Analyze, interpret and understand the fundamental processes used to create project designs and construction documents.

B. Define the roles, relationships and responsibilities of the participants in the design and construction process.

C. Use clear and effective written and oral communication methods to facilitate interaction with all project team participants.

D. Employ the methods, materials, used in the design and construction of buildings and civil works.

E. Accurately quantify materials required for project construction.

F. Interpret construction documents to accurately predict project costs and assign resources.

G. Utilize construction operations planning methods to create accurate project schedules and monitor productivity.

H. Interpret and apply applicable building codes and regulations in construction processes.

I. Operate industry-standard software for computer-aided design and drafting (CADD), project cost estimating, and project scheduling.

J. Utilize a working knowledge of safety, health, and environmental issues related to construction activities.

K. Utilize modern surveying methods for land measurement and construction layout.

Option 1: Residential and Light Commercial Construction


The residential and light commercial construction certificate is for students who have limited construction background. The courses develop the basic skills necessary to gain entry-level employment with residential and light commercial contractors.

Total Certificate Requirements: 25 credits


Total Certificate Cost: 31-32 minimum billable contact hours


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