Prepare for an In-demand Career Field
Gain the basic knowledge of construction materials, processes and systems, business management, and real estate areas in the Facilities Management program. You can choose the Construction concentration, which leads to positions in construction management, scheduling, managing building systems. The Design concentration provides you with skills to enter facility management, space programmer/planner, or move coordinator positions. You will be ready for entry-level positions, with the option of transferring to a bachelor's degree program.
Careers
Find your path.
Architectural Drafters – est. salary $54,754
Construction and Building Inspectors – est. salary $56,205
Construction Manager – est. salary $80,310
Cost Estimator – est. salary $69,899
Environmental Compliance Inspectors – est. salary $76,708
Property, Real Estate and Community Association Manager – est. salary $65,402*
**EMSI Data, 2019; Philadelphia County, PA; a percentage of people in these jobs may have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Transfer Opportunities
Courses and Completion Sequence
Semester 1
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADC 101 - Introduction to Design and Construction | 3 credits | Fulfills Tech Comp | Major Course Tech Comp |
| ADC 103 - CAD Basics | 3 credits | A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required. For the Design Concentration, ADC 103 and ADC 109 are prerequisites for the 2nd semester Design Concentration course ADC 159, so to move forward most quickly, take them both in the first semester. |
Major Course Tech Comp |
| ADC 136 - Construction Safety and Building Codes | 3 credits | Concentration Elective Choice of Construction or Design Concentration should be made in order to select the appropriate course. Talk to an advisor. |
Major Course |
| ENGL 101 - English Composition | 3 credits | Must complete ENGL 101 with minimum grade of “C” or better | ENGL 101 |
| MATH 137 - Geometry for Design | 3 credits | Transfer institutions vary on the MATH courses accepted for transfer. Consult transfer agreements and departmental advisors or the specific schools to determine choice. For FM – Design Concentration transfer to Temple University's FM program, full transfer includes MATH 171.This course has a sequence of MATH prerequisites, (FNMT 118, MATH 161, MATH 162). MATH 137 is not in the prerequisite sequence for MATH 171. |
Mathematics |
A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required. Most courses will fulfill general education requirements
- This program is designed to provide students with the option of entering the workforce or transferring to a bachelor's degree program after earning their associate's degree
- Follow this course schedule each semester and you’ll earn your associate’s degree in two years
- Make sure you discuss your first semester schedule and your educational plan with an advisor or counselor when you register.
Semester 2
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADC 112 - Construction Materials and Detailing: Properties | 3 credits | Prerequisite: ADC 103 or ADC 109 | Major Course |
| ADC 146 - Construction Supervision and Business Practices | 3 credits | Prerequisite: ADC 101 | Major Course |
| ADC 253 - Environmental Systems I | 3 credits | Prerequisite; ADC 101 and ADC 103 or ADC 109 ADC 253 is offered in Fall only. ADC 254 requirement may be taken in the Spring |
Major Course |
| ENGL 102 - The Research Paper | 3 credits | ENGL 102 & Info Lit | |
| ADC 176 / HIST 176 - Philadelphia History: Architecture and Planning | 3 credits | Other Humanities electives require Dept. Head permission. | Humanities, Interpretive Studies, American/Global Diversity, Writing Intensive |
A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required.
- Don’t forget to meet with an advisor and review this schedule when registering for your classes
- Start planning for transfer:
- Did you know our dual admissions partnerships include scholarship opportunities?
- Learn more about our transfer agreements and use our interactive search tool for your program’s transfer options
- Make sure you are using Starfish Connect to track and improve your grades
- Stay on the path to success: take advantage of academic support services offered by Counseling the Learning Labs, Academic Advising and more
- Now is a good time to start financial planning for next semester:
- Manage your financial aid
- Take advantage of our payment plans and know the payment deadlines
- Apply for a scholarship— You only have to complete one application to be considered for all available scholarships
Summer I
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MNGT 121 - Introduction to Business | 3 credits | Major Course |
A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required.
Semester 3
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADC 236 - Construction Cost Estimating I (Construction Concentration) or ADC 136 - Construction Safety and Building Codes (Design Concentration) |
3 credits | Concentration Elective ADC 236 prerequisite: ADC 101 ADC 136 has no prerequisite. |
Major Course |
| ADC 246 - Contracts and Specifications (Construction Concentration) or ADC 159 - Design Studio II (Design Concentration) |
3 or 4 credits | Concentration Elective Prerequisites: For ADC 246: ADC 101 For ADC 159: ADC 103 and ADC 109 |
Major Course |
| ADC 163 - Digital Documentation in Architecture and Construction (Construction Concentration) or ADC 160 - Presentation Techniques (Design Concentration) |
3 credits | Concentration Elective Prerequisites for both: ADC 103 |
Major Course |
| ECON 182 - 182 Principles of Economics (Microeconomics) | 3 credits | This is the only Social Science course that counts for this Program. | Social Science |
A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required.
- Meet with an advisor and review this schedule when registering for your classes
- Make sure you are using Starfish Connect to track and improve your grades
- Stay on the path to success: take advantage of academic support services offered by Counseling the Learning Labs, Academic Advising and more
- Start financial planning for next semester:
- Manage your financial aid
- Take advantage of our payment plans and know the payment deadlines
- Apply for a scholarship—You only have to complete one application to be considered for all available scholarships
Semester 4
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RE 101 - Real Estate Fundamentals | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| MNGT 141 - Principles of Management or MNGT 142 - Management Information Systems or MNGT 262 - Business Law |
3 credits | For MNGT 141: MNGT 121 may be taken concurrently For MNGT 142: MNGT 121 is a prerequisite MGMT 262 has no prerequisite. Temple University only accepts MGMT 141 for transfer. |
Directed Elective |
| ADC 254 - Environmental Systems II | 3 credits | Prerequisites: ADC 101 and ADC 103 or ADC 109 ADC 253 is not a prerequisite for ADC 254– the courses can be taken in any order. ADC 254 is offered in Spring only. ADC 253 requirement may be taken in the Fall. |
Major Course |
| EASC 111 - Environmental Conservation | 3 credits | For FM – Design Concentration transfer to Temple University's FM program, full transfer requires PHYS 111.The prerequisite is MATH 162. Check with advisors for other transfer programs' requirements. | Natural Sciences |
A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required.
- Congratulations, this is your final semester! Don’t forget to complete your graduation application.
- Meet with an advisor when registering for your classes
- Finalize your transfer plans:
- Meet with a counselor at your selected dual admissions transfer college
- Meet with one of our College’s counselors or an advisor to review transfer requirements
- Take advantage of our scholarship opportunities for transferring students and apply for a scholarship
- Visit Career Connections to learn about internships and your future career possibilities
General Education Requirements:
All general education requirements necessary for graduation are met through the courses in the program as indicated above. Students who wish to take courses that differ from the general education courses indicated above must complete a course substitution request form. To access the form, login to the MyCCP portal, and in the Student tab, under Electronic Forms, click on the Records and Registration Forms link, then choose Request For Course Substitution Of Graduation Requirement link. A more detailed explanation of the College’s general education requirements is also available.
Featured Career
Property, Real Estate and Community Association Manager
Plan, direct, or coordinate the selling, buying, leasing, or governance activities of commercial, industrial, or residential real estate properties. Includes managers of homeowner and condominium associations, rented or leased housing units, buildings, or land (including rights-of-way).
$65,402
1,306
in the region
+8%
in the region
Typical Tasks
- Provide day-to-day upkeep of buildings, such as offices, apartment buildings or shopping centers
- Show prospective tenants property space for lease
- Create budgets
- Maintain contracts with clients
- Oversee budgets, equipment purchase and upkeep, landscaping and security
How well does it pay?
New workers generally start around $44,096. Normal pay for Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers is $65,402 per year, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as $171,838.
Program Information
Facilities Management
Degree Type:
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)Credits Needed to Graduate:
60