Residential Construction A.O.S.

Some trowels resting on a cinderblock

This is the house that you build.

The SUNY Morrisville residential construction Associate in Occupational Studies (A.O.S.) degree program provides you with a foundation to build your future.

Program at a Glance
~2
Years to Complete
60
Approx. Credit Hours

Why SUNY Morrisville Residential Construction?

Through our hands-on A.O.S. program, students develop a broad skill set encompassing the latest approaches in construction techniques, energy systems, sanitation, masonry systems, foundation concepts, plumbing and surveying. You also have the option to explore related topics like natural resources, small power equipment, welding and engineering.

In addition to technical coursework, the comprehensive curriculum also covers the business of construction, with courses in business law, communications, accounting and human resources.

You will learn, design and build in SUNY Morrisville’s state-of-the-art facilities, including our 6,000-square-foot residential construction laboratory with framing, plumbing and heating, masonry and electrification labs. Students also have access to a variety of finish-carpentry facilities and a computer lab with AutoCAD and LandCADD software.

Skills You Will Gain

Upon program completion, you will be able to:

  • Develop estimates, construction contracts and material lists for typical residential structures
  • Design and build masonry systems including foundations, concrete and masonry unit structures for residential applications
  • Estimate, plan, schedule and complete residential construction building projects with minimal supervision
  • Demonstrate best practices and safety while constructing wood framing for residential structures
  • Apply a working knowledge of a rough-in and devise installation for utilities for residential dwellings
  • Interpret and interpolate working drawings used for construction of residential commercial structures
  • Estimate the major material components and standards of workmanship for the homebuilding industry

What Can I Do in Residential Construction?

Graduates can pursue a variety of careers in the homebuilding industry including:

  • Contractor
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Materials purchasing
  • Estimator
  • Foreman
  • Project manager
  • Real estate
  • Development
  • Retail and wholesale building materials sales/management
  • Product manufactures representative

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Raiss Muya

Student
Raiss and his classmates in the Residential Construction program at Morrisville were setting forms for a house in Waterville, NY when we stopped by to talk to him about his hands-on experience at SUNY Morrisville.