Lowe’s Upskill Scholarship Program
This program is eligible for scholarships offered by the Lowe’s Foundation to fund innovative training programs to community and technical colleges across the U.S. to support skilled trades workforce development initiatives through it’s first-ever round of Lowe’s Foundation Gable Grants.
Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level
About the Program
Construction Engineering Technology is an instructional program designed to prepare technicians for employment within the construction industry. In the program, students learn about construction materials and their use, blueprint reading, CAD software, surveying and construction layout, cost estimation, leadership and management skills, safety standards, and basic architectural design.
Job Outlook
The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the growth rate for a construction engineering technician over the next decade to be 8 percent, which is faster than average. Construction engineering technicians make a median hourly wage of $47.55, with an annual income of approximately $98,890, depending on their location, education, and experience.
Career Opportunities
Students will be prepared for entry in mid-level management operations in positions like:
- Cost estimators
- Material specialists
- Planners
- Project managers
- Layout specialists
- Pre-construction engineer
Individuals currently employed as professionals will enhance their ability to perform their duties in the construction business.
Degree Options and Requirements
The Construction Engineering Technology program leads to an Associate of Applied Science Degree and is preparatory for employment upon graduation from MGCCC. Where a transfer to a four-year college or university is desired, a conference should be scheduled with an MGCCC advisor. Classes are offered in Choice and Online formats to accommodate student work schedules. Choice courses allow students to CHOOSE to attend in person, in real time via video conferencing, or by completing work online in their own time.
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For class times, visit the MGCCC class schedules.
Construction Engineering Technology Certificate
Semester One
Semester Two
| Course | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| DDT 1323 - Computer Aided Design II | 3 |
| CON 1233 - Construction Systems I | 3 |
| CON 2413 - Construction Safety Standards | 3 |
| BOT 1823 - Microsoft® Excel® I | 3 |
| CON 2313 - Construction Layout | 3 |
Total Credits: 30/31
Course schedule may be adjusted in 3rd and 4th semester. Meeting with instructor prior to registration is recommended.
Construction Engineering Technology Diploma
Semester Three
Total Credits: 15
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Semester Four
| Course | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| ENG 1113 / 1114 English Composition I or ENG 1033 Technical English | 3/4 |
| SPT 1113 - Public Speaking I or LLS 1721 - Employment Readiness and SPT 2172 - Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Math/Natural Science Elective | 3/4* |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
Total Credits: 14/17
Note:
Please refer to “The Credit by Non-Traditional Means” regarding stipulations for receiving articulated credit.
* MAT 1033, MAT 1313 or higher or any laboratory science.
Contact Us
For information on how to become a student at MGCCC, orientation, registration, and degree programs, please call (228) 896-2536 or email questions@mgccc.edu.