The Building Construction Technology Program is an open-entry, open-exit program that provides skills and training necessary for employment in the areas of residential and light commercial construction. Students may earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, Diploma-44 Credit Hours, Diploma-32 Credit Hours, or certificates (Concrete and Masonry, Framing and Exterior Construction, Interior Finish, and Building Construction).

This is a full-time day program; however, there are numerous woodworking/project courses in the Building Construction department taught in the evenings.  Please refer to the latest schedule of course offerings for dates, days and times.  

Program Objectives

• Demonstrate knowledge of safety hazards involved with the building construction industry.
• Possess knowledge to perform tasks of entry level building construction employment.
• Demonstrate an understanding of personal and work characteristics that contribute to an effective job performance.
• Use effective communication skills appropriate to the building construction industry.
• Apply building theory to the construction of single and multiple family dwellings.
• Use mathematical data and reasoning skills appropriate to the construction field.
• Possess a basic understanding of the Uniform Building Code and have the ability to use code resources.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates may consider employment as carpenters, building inspectors, construction materials salespersons, framers, roofers or cabinetmakers. Self-employment/business ownership is also a possibility.

Recommended Electives

Electives in HVAC, Business, Welding, Electrical Technology, Drafting, and Computers would be beneficial to the students.

BLDC 1005 Safety is a prerequisite for all Building Construction classes, except night classes.