Building Trades: Building Construction
PROGRAM DETAILS
Courses You May Take
First Semester
| Portable Tools & Fastening Sys | 2 | |
| Intro to Construction Safety | 2 | |
| Foundation Systems & Layout | 2 | |
| Construction Math | 2 | |
| Framing I | 2 | |
| Framing II | 2 | |
| Building Construction Lab I | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Second Semester
| Insulation and Drywall | 2 | |
| Exterior Building Envelope | 2 | |
| Siding and Cornices | 2 | |
| Wood Products & Fabrication | 2 | |
| Intro to Print Reading & Estim | 2 | |
| Masonry | 2 | |
| Building Construction Lab II | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Entrance Requirements
Recommended
- Algebra
- Geometry
Tool/Supplies Lending Program
Building Trades: Building Construction program has a Tool/Supplies Lending program
The beginning of the semester can bring with it a lot of expenses. There is a program that may be able to help.
The tools/supplies lending program is an initiative to ensure the academic success of our students. The purpose of the loan program is to temporarily lend items.
Funded through a Title III Department of Education Strengthening Institutions Grant, this program provides tools/supplies for students who are not able to afford to immediately purchase them. If a non-disposable item, these need to be returned at the end of the semester.
Students interested in utilizing the program must complete an application. The program is open to eligible students who are in need, although priority is given to first-year students.
Tools/supplies are lent on a first-come, first-served basis for the entire semester to eligible students. There is no cost for the student to participate in this program.
Approved students are given a contract detailing the tools/supplies they have been loaned and when these are due to be returned.
This program has the following items that can be borrowed:
- Tool set
- Textbooks
- Laptop
In building construction, you’ll practice accurate measurement, layout, and cutting while learning to safely operate industry-standard tools and equipment. You’ll estimate and manage materials, read blueprints, and solve job-site challenges. Alongside technical training, you’ll strengthen your communication, math, and computer skills, ensuring you can build, supervise, and succeed on construction projects from start to finish.
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