Construction, Facilities, and Safety
Innovating the built environment for a safer, smarter future.
Construction, facilities, and safety professionals shape the physical world around us every day. From designing and building critical infrastructure to ensuring safety, efficiency, and sustainability, they keep modern society running.
Earning a degree in construction, facilities management, and occupational safety prepares you to lead projects, manage large-scale building operations, oversee facility performance, and uphold the highest standards of workplace safety. You’ll combine technical knowledge, regulatory expertise, and leadership skills to plan, execute, and maintain environments that are code-compliant, innovative, and efficient.
As infrastructure demands grow and organizations continue to prioritize safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency, your expertise in construction management, facilities operations, and occupational safety is increasingly essential. Whether you're interested in managing construction projects, optimizing facility systems, or ensuring regulatory compliance and workplace safety, our programs position you at the center of this high-demand and rapidly evolving industry.
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Why Study at Capitol Tech?
What sets Capitol apart? We connect your education to real-world opportunities through:
A Leader in STEM Education Since 1927
Since 1927, Capitol Technology University has been leading the way in STEM education. Our industry-connected programs, accomplished faculty, and forward-thinking curriculum ensure students are prepared not just for today's careers, but for the technologies, networking, and opportunities shaping the future.
Best Outcomes for Graduates
A10-year study conducted by the MD Longitudinal Data System Center (MLDSC) found that Capitol Tech graduates earn higher salaries than students from all other Maryland colleges and universities at every academic level, leading to the best outcomes for Maryland graduates. Our alumni achieve some of the highest earnings among their peers, demonstrating the value of our career-focused education and strong pathways to in-demand industries.
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Learning from Industry Leaders
Students will learn from established leaders in the construction and facilities industry through resources like our Center of Excellence in Construction Management (CECM), which is committed to preparing a new generation of professionals in the field of construction management by focusing on developing practical skills, promoting multidisciplinary collaboration, and fostering industry partnerships.
Hands-On Lab Experience
Students engage in hands-on laboratory and project-based learning using modern instructional laboratories that support experimental testing, data collection, analysis, and computational modeling. These facilities reinforce classroom instruction and provide applied learning experiences aligned with professional practices.
Washington, D.C. - Tech Hub
Washington, D.C., home to more than 1,000 tech startups, is now ranked amongst the top 10 cities for tech jobs. Tech sector jobs in D.C. grew by 50% in the last decade. Within an hour of the campus, you can attend conferences, summits, workshops, and tradeshows; you can interview for summer internships; and you can visit trade groups, think tanks, and organizations.
Program Modalities Built for Success
Whether your program is offered on-campus or online, you will receive a world-class education that prepares you for success. Our undergraduate programs are delivered on campus, providing a traditional college experience, while our master’s and doctoral programs are offered 100% online, giving working professionals the flexibility to advance their education without putting their careers on hold.
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Construction labor demand is projected to add over 200,000+ total new jobs annually across multiple roles, driven by infrastructure modernization and housing demand. Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/construction-and-extraction/home.htm
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists earn a median annual wage of approximately $80,000, with the highest 10% earning more than $115,000 per year, reflecting strong demand for safety expertise across industries. Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/occupational-health-and-safety/safety-technicians.htm
The construction industry employs more than 8 million workers in the U.S., and continued infrastructure spending is expected to sustain long-term demand for construction management professionals.
Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/construction-managers.htm
Facilities management roles are expanding as organizations prioritize energy efficiency, sustainability, and lifecycle building performance.
Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/