Construction

About the Program

The Construction Management program prepares students for supervisory and management positions in the construction industry. Coursework focuses on leadership, project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and safety. Students also develop technical skills through hands-on training with construction materials and methods.

What is Construction?

Construction is the process of designing and building structures such as homes, offices, bridges, and roads. It includes planning, engineering, project management, and hands-on building work. The field brings together many types of professionals, from architects and engineers to skilled tradespeople and managers, to create the spaces where we live and work.

Is Construction Right for Me?

This field may be a great fit if you:

• Enjoy solving problems and working on large projects
• Have strong attention to detail and communication skills
• Like working with your hands and being active
• Value teamwork and safety on the job site
• Have technical or mechanical aptitude

Speaking with construction professionals or visiting active sites can help you decide if this field aligns with your interests.

Degrees and Certificates

Select the degree or certificate title for the catalog description and requirements.

• Associate of Science (AS)
• Certificate of Achievement (COA)
• Certificate of Completion (COCM)

Construction Management AS

Prepares students for roles as supervisors, estimators, and project managers in the construction industry.

Construction Technology COA

Provides hands-on training and foundational knowledge to begin a career in the residential construction field.

Basic Industrial and Construction Skills COCM

Introduces basic industrial and construction skills for students entering the trade or exploring the field.

Paying For Education

You CAN Afford BC

Don’t let finances get in the way of your goals. Get help paying for college costs like tuition, books, or sometimes even the rent with a variety of financial aid options to help you reach your educational and career goals.

I Can Afford College

Careers

Graduates can pursue a variety of careers, including:

• Construction Manager
• Project Manager
• Estimator
• Superintendent
• Building Inspector
• Construction Supervisor
• Carpenter
• Plumber
• Electrician

With experience, professionals may advance into leadership or specialized technical positions in commercial, residential, or industrial construction.

Beyond BC

Transfer to a University

Graduates with an Associate Degree from Bakersfield College may choose to continue their education at a university to earn a 4-year degree. See your Counselor and/or a Transfer Specialist for specific questions, options, and opportunities.

Transfer Pathways

Academic Department: Industrial Technology

Career & Learning Pathway: Industrial Technology & Transportation

Courses: Construction (CNST)