Construction Field Operations, AAS

Associate of Applied Science in Construction Field Operations (299111AAS)

Program Information

The AAS in Construction Field Operations Technology program includes classroom and laboratory experiences which prepare students for careers in the construction industry as field superintendents, foremen, project management assistants, inspectors and other allied industrial positions.

Career Information

Individuals working in the area of construction field operations technology use knowledge of construction methods and materials, supervision, inspection, and fundamental management skills necessary to support construction projects. They work on residential and commercial buildings, bridges, roads, dams, wastewater treatment systems, or other similar projects. Common jobs assumed by graduates of this program include but are not limited to:

• Engineering Technician – use the principles and theories of science, engineering, and mathematics to solve technical  problems in research and development, manufacturing, sales, construction, inspection, and maintenance.
• Construction Inspector – ensure that construction, alteration, or repair complies with building codes and ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract specifications.
• Construction Superintendent – runs day-to-day field operations on the construction site and controls the short-term schedule. The superintendent’s role also includes quality control and subcontractor coordination responsibilities.
• Construction Foreman – the foreman is the tradesman with specialist’s knowledge of a given trade and is focused on the overall management of that particular trade on the job site.
• Field Engineer’s Assistant – Monitors activities at construction sites and reports to Project Engineer and/or Owner’s Representative. Contributes to the maintaining of the project schedule and budget, as well as ensuring compliance with the contract specifications.

Bachelor Degree Program

Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science in Construction Field Operations, a student may bridge to the Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering Technology (299103BS). There are a series of bridgework courses in math and science that must first be completed. Please contact the program director for further information.

The following information has official approval of the Department of Civil Engineering ​and The College of Engineering and Polymer Science, but is intended only as a supplemental guide. Official degree requirements are established at the time of transfer and admission to the degree-granting college. Students should refer to the Degree Progress Report (DPR) which is definitive for graduation requirements. Completion of this degree within the identified time frame below is contingent upon many factors, including but not limited to: class availability, total number of required credits, work schedule, finances, family, course drops/withdrawals, successfully passing courses, prerequisites, among others. The transfer process is completed through an appointment with your academic advisor. Transfer students should consult their Advisor to identify courses that are equivalent.  

Requirements

Summary

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Several courses required for the major also satisfy General Education requirements. The University minimum of 15 credits are required for General Education and credit for these courses will apply to both. 

General Education for Applied Associate Degree Programs

Students in applied associate degree programs must complete the following 15 credit-hour set of General Education coursework.  Some courses are covered by program-specific general education requirements further below.

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Students are encouraged to choose General Education courses that are part of Ohio Transfer 36. They are also encouraged to choose a Social Science course that also meets a Global Diversity or Domestic Diversity General Education requirement for bachelor's degrees.

Program-Specific General Education

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The program recommends that students complete their Natural Science requirement with GEOL:101 Introductory Physical Geology; however, students may substitute another Geology (GEOL) course that meets General Education requirements for Natural Science (without lab).  At least three credits of Geology are required.

Writing Beyond General Education

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Students who place directly in a second writing course and use ENGL:222 Technical Report Writing to meet their AAS General Education Writing requirement will need an additional three credits of coursework.  Any class listed as meeting the General Education Writing Second Course Requirement for bachelor degree programs is an acceptable substitute for ENGL:222 Technical Report Writing .

Surveying Courses

Construction Engineering Technology Courses

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Typically offered only in Fall.

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Typically offered only in Spring.

 Technical Electives

Recommended Sequence

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Typically offered only in Fall.

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Typically offered only in Spring.

Policy Alert: By the end of your first 48 credit hours attempted, you must have completed your required General Education English, Mathematics, Statistics, and Logic, and Communications (Speech) requirements.