CONSTRUCTION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Applicants seeking admission to Seminole State College’s bachelor’s degree programs must comply with the College’s General Admissions procedure. In addition, students must meet the following program-specific requirements prior to being accepted into upper-division coursework.
1. Completion of an associate or bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution. Students who have earned a minimum of 60 college credit hours from any regionally accredited institution may request to have their admission reviewed and determined by the faculty committee.
2. A GPA of 2.5 or higher
3. Students must complete all construction prerequisite courses identified during the admission review prior to starting upper-division courses.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
The Wharton-Smith Center for Construction’s Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Construction prepares students for a career in construction project management in various roles such as project manager, project superintendent, estimator, scheduler and project engineer for a variety of construction projects, ranging from residential to complex commercial developments. Students will acquire knowledge of construction materials, methods and techniques in conjunction with the latest industry software and technologies, such as augmented/virtual reality and Building Information Modeling (BIM). Students will develop skills to manage projects from conception to completion with an emphasis placed on the vertical construction sector of the industry. The Seminole State degree prepares students with the necessary knowledge and skills to become construction management professionals, which are in high-demand in the Central Florida region. For more information visit sem.st/const
WHY SEMINOLE STATE?
• Proven Success: Outstanding reputation for more than 30 years
• Unique program: Seminole State offers the only management-focused Bachelor of Science degree in Construction in Central Florida.
• Accredited Program: ACCE (American Council for Construction Education) accredited 4-year B.S. degree program for construction management career
• Dedicated faculty: Faculty are “scholar-practitioners” with industry experience as well as academic credentials.
• Award-winning: Top performance in Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) and Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) student competitions, including first place in the 2019 DBIA National Competition.
• Hands-on experience: Apply your knowledge to real-world situations through co-ops and internships with industry partners, and participate in active construction site and field trips.
• Flexible Schedule: Classes are offered in the day and evening for your convenience. Some classes may also be available online.
• Building/Construction Manager
• Construction Manager
• Cost Estimator
• General Contractor
• Permitting and Government Liaison
• Real Estate Developer
• Safety Inspector
AVERAGE SALARY RANGE
$57,110–$92,291 *
*Salary.com
• Safety Manager
• Scheduler
• Sustainable Construction Manager
