Construction Technology

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General Admissions to Ozarks Tech Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school , GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions . Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college .

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Maximize your employment potential with a large set of construction trade skills. The education required for a construction worker depends on the specific needs of the employer. We offer a program that covers a broad range of topics, so you will be prepared for any job. Learn through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training. Your instructors will teach you theory and help reinforce the techniques you learn in your labs. You will take courses like:

Print reading for Construction
Construction Carpentry I & II
Concrete and Forms
Interior Finishes
Fundamentals of Crew Leadership

You will graduate qualified for many entry-level construction positions. This program is recognized by the Associated General Contractors of America.

Program Contact

Russ Murphy
Department Chair for
Heating, Refrigeration & Air,
Electrical Trades, and
Construction Trades
417-447-8275

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Accreditations and Outcomes

Accreditation

The associate of applied science program is accredited by The Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE). PMB 219; 8865 Norwin Ave, STE 27; North Huntingdon, PA 15642 724.20.6477 www.atmae.org

OTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Our current accreditation status with the HLC is displayed on the page linked below. Our next comprehensive evaluation will be in 2030-2031. View more information on OTC accreditation.

Program Outcomes

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Admissions

General Admissions to Ozarks Tech

Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.

Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.

Transfer Information

At Ozarks Tech, we want your transfer process to be easy. We accomplish this goal through articulation agreements. These agreements are an official partnership to match coursework between schools. This gives you a more seamless transition from Ozarks Tech to a four-year institution.

We have established an agreement for this program. This will simplify the transfer of your credits to partner schools. To understand how this degree will transfer, review the current articulation agreements. Be sure to consult with your transfer school to ensure you’re on the right path toward completing your four-year degree.

COSTS & OPTIONS

CREDENTIAL TYPE	PROGRAM	FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO:	LENGTH OF PROGRAM	COST*
Associate of Applied Science	Construction Technology	Find work in the construction industry after completing an associate degree Gain management skills Start your own business Supplement your training with cross-disciplinary knowledge and skills gained in general education courses	60 credit hours 4 semesters
Certificate of Achievement	Construction Technology	Complement an existing education or current role in construction with additional training Gain technical skills to start working in the construction industry	31 credit hours 2 semesters
Short-Term Training	Learn More	Accelerate your career with OTC's short-term training courses. Gain valuable skills in as little as just weeks and unlock new opportunities for success. View courses.	Learn More	Varies by course

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PROGRAM DETAILS

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*Notices and Disclaimers

*Costs displayed are based on current tuition and fee rates for the program’s required credit hours, as approved by the OTC Board of Trustees, and are subject to change without notice. Estimates reflect both in-district and out-of-district residency rates. Actual costs, degree completion time, and credit requirements may vary based on residency, prior credits, elective courses, program updates, and enrollment factors. For additional information on attendance costs, visit Cost of Attendance, tuition and fees or contact us at 417-447-6900.

**Graduation rates vary by individual. For details on program enrollment, retention, exam/certification, and employment rates, visit Student Outcomes / Student Right-to-Know. Some careers on this list may require additional education and training. For program-specific accreditation visit OTC Accreditation.