Associate of Science Applied
895
Purpose: This curriculum is designed to prepare qualified technicians for career opportunities in the architecture and civil engineering technology.
A specialization is also available in geographic information systems.
Program Objectives: The architectural/civil technician serves as a liaison between the craftsperson and the technologist or engineer. Opportunities include employment with architects, consulting engineers, general contractors, land surveyors, and government organizations such as the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), Western Virginia Water Authority, and the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). Opportunities also exist in construction-related manufacturing fields such as prefabricated buildings, steel fabrication, and precast/prestressed concrete production.
Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet the requirements for admission to credit-level coursework established by the college.
Developmental Requirements: Students who do not place into college-level English on the placement test will be required to take developmental courses.
Students who do not demonstrate proficiency on the placement test in the following mathematical units will be required to complete developmental courses: MTE 1 , MTE 2 , MTE 3 , MTE 4 , MTE 5 and MTE 6 .
It is strongly recommended that developmental education requirements be completed as soon as possible.
Although this program is not designed for transfer, agreements with specific institutions may exist. Contact the Architectural/Civil Engineering program head as listed on program webpage.
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