Construction Management Program • Oroville, CA • Campus • $56/Credit (In-State, incl. fees)
Butte College offers 2 construction management pathways:
Program Pathways Overview
| Program | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. | $3.4K in-state / $24.3K out-of-state | 2 years (4 semesters) | 61-63 |
| Certificate | $2.7K in-state / $18.5K out-of-state | 2 years (4 semesters) | 46 |
Tuition estimates use the $46 per unit California community college enrollment fee plus Butte College’s per-semester fees; out-of-state adds $343 per unit in nonresident tuition.
- Why choose it: Butte College modeled its construction management curriculum on Chico State’s to transfer into the junior year, so the A.S. includes calculus, chemistry, physics, two accounting courses, business law, and a graphics course that introduces SketchUp, Revit, and Navisworks.
- Trade-off: The program has no stand-alone estimating or scheduling course and no internship, and calculus and chemistry are required even for the certificate.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Credentials Offered | A.S. in Construction Management; Construction Management Certificate of Achievement |
| Format | Campus; some accounting, economics, and business courses offered online |
| Campus Location | Oroville, CA |
| Credit Hours | 61-63 (A.S., per the program map); 46 (certificate) |
| Internship | Not required |
| Programmatic Accreditation | None stated |
| Software Taught | SketchUp, Revit, and Navisworks (CNST 45); construction estimating and scheduling software (CNST 55) |
| Industry Certifications | None embedded |
| Transfer Model | Curriculum modeled on Chico State’s construction management program |
| Tuition | $46 per unit in-state; $389 per unit out-of-state (Fall 2026) |
A.S. in Construction Management
The estimated tuition for the A.S. in Construction Management at Butte College is approximately $3,402 in-state (61 credits at $55.77/credit, derived from $46 per unit plus $149 in fees for 4 semesters).
The program can generally be completed in about 2 years (4 semesters).
The A.S. in Construction Management prepares students to transfer into the junior year of a bachelor’s program, and Butte College says it used Chico State’s construction management program as its model to make credits transfer. The 2026-27 program map totals 61 to 63 units. The out-of-state estimate is about $24,325.
A.S. Curriculum
The program courses mirror the lower-division preparation of a four-year construction management major.
- Construction (6 courses, 18 units): CNST 1 Introduction to Construction, CNST 15 Materials and Methods of Construction, CNST 21 Analysis of Construction Drawings and Specifications, CNST 35 Electrical and Mechanical Systems, CNST 45 Construction Graphics, and CNST 55 Computer Applications in Construction Management.
- Accounting and business (3 courses, 11 units): ACCT 2 Financial Accounting, ACCT 4 Managerial Accounting, and BUS 8 Introduction to Business Law.
- Math, science, and economics (4 courses, 17 units, counted toward general education): MATH C2210 Calculus I, CHEM 1 or CHEM 51 chemistry, PHYS 21 or PHYS 41 physics, and ECON C2001 Principles of Microeconomics.
- Remaining general education: English composition, oral communication and critical thinking, arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and ethnic studies.
Butte College’s A.S. reads like the first two years of a university construction management degree: calculus, lab science, two accounting courses, and business law sit alongside six construction courses. CNST 45 introduces SketchUp, Revit, and Navisworks, and CNST 21 covers material takeoff, but estimating and scheduling as full courses are left for the university.
More curriculum details are available here.
You Should Know
- The program map does not state a degree total; its term ranges add to 61-63 units.
- No construction, math, or science courses had online sections in 2024-25 or 2025-26; some accounting, economics, and business courses did.
- MATH C2210 requires pre-calculus or equivalent placement, and CHEM 1 requires prior chemistry and intermediate algebra.
- Butte College lists no course-by-course articulation with Chico State on the program map.
A.S. Internship and Field Experience
- Required: No internship, co-op, or work experience is listed.
- Project work: drawing analysis, takeoff, and construction graphics assignments.
- Hours, pay, and employer partners: Not clearly stated.
The A.S. is built for transfer rather than immediate field placement, so students wanting site experience should look for summer construction work. Butte College lists first-line construction supervisor, electrician, and construction laborer as two-year career paths.
A.S. Admissions
Butte College is open-enrollment, and the program lists no separate admission requirements.
- Math readiness: students not ready for Calculus I may need pre-calculus first, which can extend the timeline.
- Advising: Butte College directs students to Counseling and Advising to confirm an education plan.
Construction Management Certificate of Achievement
The estimated tuition for the Construction Management Certificate of Achievement at Butte College is approximately $2,712 in-state (46 credits at $58.96/credit, derived from $46 per unit plus fees for 4 semesters).
The program can generally be completed in about 2 years (4 semesters).
The Construction Management Certificate of Achievement is the A.S. course sequence without the remaining general education areas: the same 13 construction, accounting, business, math, science, and economics courses.
- Courses (13 courses, 46 units): CNST 1, 15, 21, 35, 45, and 55; ACCT 2 and 4; BUS 8; MATH C2210; CHEM 1 or 51; PHYS 21 or 41; and ECON C2001.
At 46 units, the certificate is nearly as long as the A.S. and includes calculus and chemistry, so it suits students who want a transcripted credential while completing transfer preparation more than those seeking a short job credential.
Tuition
For Fall 2026, Butte College charges the $46 per unit enrollment fee plus about $149 per semester in health, student activities, representation, and transportation fees for students taking 6 or more units. Nonresidents add $343 per unit.
| Item (Fall 2026) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Enrollment fee (all students) | $46 per unit |
| Nonresident tuition | +$343 per unit |
| Transportation fee (6+ units) | $101 per semester |
| Health fee | $28 per semester |
| Student activities fee | $18 per semester |
| Representation fee | $2 per semester |
- A.S. estimate: 61 × $46 = $2,806, plus 4 × $149 = $596, for $3,402 in-state; 61 × $389 + $596 = $24,325 out-of-state (derived).
- Certificate estimate: 46 × $46 = $2,116, plus $596, for $2,712 in-state; 46 × $389 + $596 = $18,490 out-of-state (derived).
Be aware that:
- The Butte College Promise and California College Promise Grant can cover tuition for eligible students.
- A 63-unit path adds $92 in-state or $778 out-of-state.
- Books, software, and parking are not included.
Two years at Butte College followed by two years at Chico State would cost far less than four years at Chico, whose in-state estimate is about $37,400. See Butte College’s tuition and fees.
Why Choose This Construction Management Program?
Butte College works best as the first half of a four-year construction management degree in the northern Sacramento Valley.
Transfer to Chico State: The curriculum follows Chico State’s lower-division model, so students can finish calculus, science, accounting, and business law at community college prices before transferring.
Early software exposure: SketchUp, Revit, Navisworks, and construction management software appear in the first year.
Plan beyond the A.S.: Without estimating, scheduling, or field experience, the A.S. is a weaker stand-alone job credential than programs such as Citrus College’s, so students should treat it as a transfer step.
Accreditation and Credentials
Butte College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, which supports federal financial aid eligibility and credit transfer.
No programmatic accreditation is listed for Butte College’s construction management programs.
Neither program embeds an industry certification.