The Building Construction Technology curriculum is designed to prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the fields of architecture, construction, construction management, and other associated professions.
Course work includes instruction in sustainable building and design, print reading, building codes, estimating, construction materials and methods, and other topics related to design and construction occupations.
Graduates of this pathway should qualify for entry-level jobs in architectural, engineering, construction, and trades professions as well as positions in industry and government.
This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to residential and commercial building construction and remodeling. Includes instruction in construction equipment and safety; site preparation and layout; construction estimating; print reading; building codes; framing; masonry; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; electrical and mechanical systems; interior and exterior finishing; and plumbing.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Building Construction Program, the graduate should be able to:
- Layout and construct a wood framed structure.
- Interpret construction documents.
- Demonstrate proper construction safety skills.
Building Construction Technology Checklist
Fall Semester I
| BPR-130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3 | | 0 | 3 |
| ARC-112 | Construction Materials & Methods | 3 | | 0 | 4 |
| CST-111 | Construction I | 3 | | 0 | 4 |
| CST-112 | Construction II | 3 | | 0 | 4 |
| ACA-122 | College Transfer Success | 0 | | 0 | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Spring Semester I
Select One Math Course: MAT-110, MAT-171
Choose Eight Credit Hours from BCT Elective Courses: CMT-112, CMT-120, CMT-212, CST-131, CST-150, CST-241, CST-242, CST-251
| CST-241 | Planning/Estimating I | 2 | | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14-15 |
Summer Semester I
Select Nine Credit Hours from Program Electives from the following prefixes: ACC, AHR, ART, BPR, BUS, CIS, CMT, CST, DFT, ECO, ELC, HYD, ISC, MAT, PLU, SPA-111, SST, WBL, WLD (Maximum 9 credits per subject).
Fall Semester II
Select One Course from the Humanities/Fine Arts Courses: ART-111, ART-114, ART-115, DRA-111, DRA-115, ENG-231, ENG-232, ENG-241, ENG-242, HUM-115, MUS-110, MUS-112, PHI-240, REL-110, REL-211, REL-212, REL-221
Select One Communications Course: COM-110, COM-120, COM-231, ENG-111, ENG-112, ENG-114
Select Three Credit Hours from Program Electives from the following prefixes: ACC, AHR, ART, BPR, BUS, CIS, CMT, CST, DFT, ECO, ELC, HYD, ISC, MAT, PLU, SPA-111, SST, WBL, WLD (Maximum 9 credits per subject)
| CMT-120 | Codes and Inspections | 3 | | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Spring Semester II
Select One Course from the Social/Behavioral Sciences Courses: ECO-251, ECO-252, HIS-111, HIS-112, HIS-121, HIS-131, HIS-132, POL-120, PSY-150, SOC-210, SOC-220, SOC-225
Select One Communications Course: COM-110, COM-120, COM-231, ENG-111, ENG-112, ENG-114
Select Four Credit Hours from Program Electives from the following prefixes: ACC, AHR, ART, BPR, BUS, CIS, CMT, CST, DFT, ECO, ELC, HYD, ISC, MAT, PLU, SPA-111, SST, WBL, WLD (Maximum 9 credits per subject)
| CST-221 | Statics/Structures | 3 | | 0 | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Total Credit Hours: 65-66