Building Construction Technology
-Certificate of Completion
-Associate of Applied Science Degree
-Associate of Applied Science – Transfer Degree
-Program Length: Approx. 3-5 quarters

Overview
Train for a career as a carpenter, contractor, installer, or cabinet maker. BTC’s Building Construction Technology program will prepare you for all aspects of building, including the use of tools and materials, reading blueprints, and problem-solving, plus trade-specific skills like framing and finishing.

If you’re looking for a program that provides a wide range of high demand skills you will use with employers such as commercial and residential builders, roofing contractors, specialized installers,
and construction companies, then check out Building Construction Technology at BTC.

The Building Construction Technology program prepares students for employment in a wide range of construction and building maintenance industry positions. The Associate in Applied Science degree focuses on training students in the use of tools, materials, and techniques to be problem solvers and provides theory and practice through class projects and internships in all aspects of the construction trade. The program emphasizes that graduates have the necessary trade skills, academic competencies, and industry/work attitudes to become competent and efficient tradespersons employable in the industry or through self-employment. Students are able to complete the (AAS) degree program in 5 quarters. The program also offers a Construction Technician certificate.

Students can typically enroll in this program at the beginning of most quarters. General education and program-specific classes are offered days, evenings, and online. Check our website for this program’s specific class times.
http://www.btc.ctc.edu/DegreesCertificates/indexDegreesCertificates.asp

Objective
Preparation for professional careers in building construction technology.

Courses
BCT 111 Career Opportunities and Industrial Safety
BCT 112 Construction Materials and Application
BCT 113 Hand Tool Use and Operations
BCT 114 Portable Power Tools Use and Operations
BCT 115 Stationary Power Tool Use and Operations
BCT 116 Building Layout
BCT 117 Concrete and Concrete Forming
BCT 121 Blueprint Reading
BCT 122 Framing Methods – Floor Framing
BCT 123 Framing Methods – Wall Framing
BCT 124 Framing Methods – Ceiling Framing
BCT 125 Truss Roof Framing
BCT 130 Roof Framing
BCT 132 Stair Framing
BCT 134 Exterior Walls and Roof Coverings
BCT 135 Interior Wall Covering Insulation & Trim
BCT 136 Intro to House Wiring and Plumbing
BCT 137 Roof Sheathing, and Coverings
BCT 138 Exterior Doors Windows and Skylights
BCT 241 CAD Drafting Fundamentals
BCT 242 Building Plan Drafting
BCT 243 Estimating Materials and Labor
BCT 245 Project Management
BCT 251 Internship Building Construction

Career Options
Employment opportunities vary. Program graduates work for contractors specializing in light-frame remodeling or new construction, retail outlets (i.e. lumber companies), city, county, or state government agencies, school districts, cabinet shops, and roofing companies. Some graduates are self-employed. Potential positions include carpenter, contractor, building designer, building maintenance employee, cabinet maker, installer (i.e. cabinet, drywall, floor covering, insulation), painter and paperhanger, salesperson, and line foreman.

Employment is expected to increase about as fast as average. Opportunities for carpenters are expected to be plentiful, due to extensive replacement needs and increased demand. Within one year after graduation, the estimated employment rate for this program is 100%. The typical graduate starting wage is $14.41 with a wage potential of $29.20. Criminal convictions may restrict or prevent student participation with internships and employment in this industry.