Residential Construction - AAS

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SUNY Curriculum Code: 1392

HEGIS: 5317.00

The AAS degree in Residential Construction gives students the opportunity to either enter the workforce or continue in SUNY Delhi’s Bachelor of Technology (BT) in Construction Management. The four-year degree program (BT) has a 2+2 format with the AAS degree, so students who successfully complete the AAS degree can apply for admission to the BT program and, if qualified, continue their studies at the next level.

First Semester

TECH 115 - OSHA 30 Hour Construction Credit Hours: 2
CARP 120 - Construction Plans and Specs Credit Hours: 3
CARP 130 - Light Frame Construction Theory Credit Hours: 3
CARP 140 - Light Frame Construction Lab Credit Hours: 4
MATH 128 - College Algebra or Higher Credit Hours: 3

Second Semester

ARCH 110 - Residential Documentation & Detailing Credit Hours: 3
CARP 150 - Finish Carpentry Theory Credit Hours: 3
CARP 160 - Finish Carpentry Laboratory Credit Hours: 4
General Education: 23DV by advisement Credit Hours: 3
General Education Elective: 23MA or 23UC or 23WG by advisement Credit Hours: 3

Third Semester

MASN 110 - Introduction to Masonry Credit Hours: 2
WDWK 110 - Introduction to Woodworking Credit Hours: 2
CARP 210 - Residential Remodeling Theory Credit Hours: 3
CARP 180 - Energy Efficient Construction Credit Hours: 3 or AECT 150 - Statics & Strengths of Materials Credit Hours: 3
CARP 220 - Residential Remodeling Lab Credit Hours: 4
General Education 23WC/23IL by advisement Credit Hours: 3

Fourth Semester - Masonry Option

MASN 150 - Finish Masonry Lecture Credit Hours: 2
MASN 160 - Finish Masonry Lab Credit Hours: 4
General Education: 23OC by advisement Credit Hours: 3
General Education: 23SS by advisement Credit Hours: 3
General Education: 23NS/23RE Lab Science course by advisement Credit Hours: 3-4¹

Fourth Semester - Woodworking Option

WDWK 210 - Woodworking Lecture Credit Hours: 2
WDWK 220 - Woodworking Lab Credit Hours: 4
General Education: 23OC by advisement Credit Hours: 3
General Education: 23SS by advisement Credit Hours: 3
General Education: 23NS/23RE Lab Science by advisement Credit Hours: 3-4¹

Minimum Total Credit Hours = 63/64

¹ SCIE 125 - Physical Science Applications preferred. This must be a minimum of a 3 credit hour laboratory science course at 120 level or higher.

Program Learning Outcomes

A graduate of the Residential Construction AOS or AAS program should be able to:

Understand and utilize mathematics computations, formulas, and measurements required in the carpentry field.
Learn and utilize safe practices concerning personal safety, hand- and power tool usage in all aspects of fabrication/construction.
Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret project plans to safely and accurately complete a building objective on a residential dwelling.
Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret project plans to safely and accurately complete masonry projects.
Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret project plans to safely and accurately complete fine woodworking projects.
Using an existing structure, demonstrate the ability to read and interpret project plans for a remolding project, and execute those plans to meet benchmark building objectives.

SUNY General Education Requirement

Students should be aware that GE requirements vary by degree type. Some majors require additional categories and/or credits. Consult with your academic advisor for program-specific information; for more information, visit: General Education

General Education Categories and Abbreviations (in alphabetical order):

	23AR	The Arts
	23DV	Diversity: Equity, Inclusion, & Social Justice
	23HU	Humanities
	23MA	Mathematics & Quantitative Reasoning
	23NS/23RE	Natural Sciences and Critical Thinking & Reasoning
	23OC	Oral Communication
	23SS	Social Sciences
	23UC	US History & Civic Engagement
	23WC/23IL	Written Communication and Information Literacy
	23WG	World History & Global Awareness
	23WL	World Languages
	AOS Degree Programs	Specialized Courses approved to satisfy General Education in AOS degree programs

Technical Standards for Carpentry Programs

The technical standards listed below are intended to inform students of the skills, abilities, and behavioral expectations required in this program. These technical standards reflect performance abilities and characteristics that are necessary to successfully complete the requirements of this program at SUNY Delhi. These standards are not conditions of admission to the program, but persons interested in applying for admission to the program should review this list to develop a better understanding of the skills, abilities, and behavioral expectations necessary to successfully complete the program. The College complies with the requirements and spirit of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; therefore, the College will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations for participants with disabilities who are otherwise qualified.

Thinking Skills

General: Apply proper principles and techniques to carpentry, cabinet-making, and residential construction projects.

Specific:

Understand textbooks, handouts, and safety procedures
Understand/interpret blueprints and construction plans
Interpret symbols, legends, and other information on construction drawings
Extract information from a set of construction drawings
Do mathematical calculations
Take accurate measurements and do conversions
Estimate the amount of materials and labor needed for a project
Visualize two and three-dimensional objects

Sensory/Observation Skills

General: Assess the quality of carpentry work.

Specific:

Determine readings on devices such as tape measures, framing and adjustable squares, and builders’ levels and transits
Select proper tools and materials for specific purposes
Use sensory cues to do proper constructing, installing, and finishing work
Judge distance and spatial relationships of objects

Motor skills

General: Possess sufficient physical strength, stamina, flexibility, and dexterity to perform carpentry related work.

Specific:

Operate necessary tools and equipment properly
Do physical labor for prolonged periods
Work at varying heights
Lift and transport equipment and materials as necessary

Communication skills

General: Communicate to gather and convey information.

Specific:

Speak, write, and understand English
Obtain necessary information from oral and written sources
Express information coherently
Document work accurately

Behavioral skills

General: Behave appropriately and safely in a shared-learning environment.

Specific:

Work independently with periodic supervision
Work cooperatively with partners and groups
Follow through with individual and shared responsibilities
Exercise good judgment
Follow proper safety procedures

Environmental tolerance

General: Function safely in a carpentry shop environment.

Specific:

Work for prolonged periods amidst:

Extreme noise
Sharp tools and materials
Electrical equipment
Chemicals and toxins
Dust, heat, and fumes
Machinery with moving parts
Moving objects and vehicles
Slippery or uneven surfaces
Variations in lighting
Extreme outdoor temperatures