Building Trades Technology Certificate: 263

(R): 263

This certificate curriculum prepares students for employment or advancement in the building and construction industry. A combination of academic and practical instruction provides knowledge and skills that are necessary for success in these professions. Credits may also be applied to the Building Trades Technology AAS degree.

Program Requirements

All students should review the Program Advising Guide and consult an advisor.

BLDG 130 - Introduction to the Building Trades 3 semester hours
BLDG 133 - Building Trades Blueprint Reading 3 semester hours
Program Electives, 15 semester hours *

Total Credit Hours: 21

* All students should contact a department faculty advisor during the first semester of enrollment and choose the 15 credits of program electives from: BLDG 140 , BLDG 150 , BLDG 160 , BLDG 170 , BLDG 172 , BLDG 174 , BLDG 184 , BLDG 230 , BLDG 240 , BLDG 242 , BLDG 250 , BLDG 252 , BLDG 256 , BLDG 271 , BLDG 273 , BLDG 284 .

Program Outcomes

Upon program completion, a student will be able to:

Work effectively as a team member with various construction tradespeople and personnel.
Describe the construction process as it applies to residential buildings.
Perform practical construction skills as it applies to buildings.