Construction & Civil Technology - Linn State Technical College

Construction & Civil Technology from Linn State Technical College is a Campus Associate Civil Engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Construction industry employment currently accounts for approximately ten percent of the total workforce. Recent reports by the Department of Labor indicate that over the next several years this percentage will likely increase. Nationwide, approximately 10 million construction workers are employed. The demand for construction technicians and managers is expected to have ten percent employment growth between 2006 and 2016? as the level of construction activity and complexity of construction projects continue to grow. In addition, many job openings will result annually from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations, leave the labor force and/or retire. Increased spending on the Nation's infrastructure -- highways, bridges, dams, water and sewage systems and electric power generation and transmission facilities -- will result in a greater demand for construction managers, engineers and civil technicians. The increasing complexity of construction projects as well as the proliferation of laws setting standards for buildings and construction materials will increase the demand for applicants in this field. Traditionally, persons advance to construction management positions after having substantial experience as construction craft workers or having worked as construction supervisors or as independent contractors. With the recent rapid changes in technology this is no longer the case. Construction managers in the 21st century will require considerably more technical training as they face increasingly more complex challenges. They will require significantly more and better professional technical training as they oversee the development, construction/reconstruction and maintenance of the nations infrastructure and related civil works. Tomorrow's construction manager will be given the designs for buildings, roads, bridges, or other projects and they will then oversee and execute the organization, scheduling and implementation of those designs. They will be responsible for coordinating and managing people, materials and equipment, budgets, schedules and contracts and the safety of employees and the general public. The Linn State Technical College Construction & Civil Technology curriculum is designed specifically to meet these challenges. Included in this curriculum are professional courses in surveying, scheduling, cost control, construction methods, construction materials and construction safety as well as training on specific systems necessary to assure a functional and economic project. Program Mission The mission of the Construction & Civil Technology program is a specialized technical program offering associate-level advanced technical education in current and future civil and construction engineering curriculums devoted to the development of engineering technicians , material testing personnel, land surveyors, construction estimators, construction management trainees and other personnel engaged in the fields of construction and civil technology. Program Goals The goals of the program are to assure that the student: Has the opportunity to develop oral and written communication skills that will enhance their ability to secure and maintain meaningful employment in the construction and civil technology industry. Has the opportunity to develop and demonstrate analytical problem solving and critical thinking skills necessary for employment in the construction and civil technology industry. Is given the opportunity to develop a professional attitude as well as leadership and management skills through in-class team projects and campus affiliated organizations. Is given the opportunity to earn industry specific certifications. Is given the opportunity to expand their knowledge of the construction industry through relevant course work, field trips to construction sites, and industry guest speakers on campus. View more details on Linn State Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Civil Engineering courses.