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Building Construction Technology - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - BCT)

The Building Construction Technology Associate of Applied Science degree is intended for experienced construction workers looking to upgrade their skills and for students seeking employment as construction workers, supervisors, and estimators in the field. It gives students the skills required for the appropriate National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification and for most construction apprenticeships.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

  • Apply industry-recognized competency in various construction skills.
  • Demonstrate the ability to follow a blueprint to estimate and build from foundation to finish using carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC skills.
  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and incorporate sustainable (green) practices in the construction field.

Degree Map

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101Composition**

3
ENG 102English Composition**

3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 132Applied Mathematics*

3
or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 116Computer Essentials*

3
OR
CIS 120Introduction to Information Systems**

3

CORE CURRICULUM 37 CREDITS

BCT 100Technical Mathematics I

3
BCT 102Carpentry Fundamentals*

4
BCT 103International Residential Building Code

3
BCT 104Electric I*

4
BCT 108Basics in Construction

2
BCT 109Construction Safety*

3
BCT 110Cabinetmaking*

3
BCT 111Plumbing I*

4
BCT 127Blueprint Reading and Estimating

3
BCT 201Carpentry Framing and Finishing*

4
BCT 202Carpentry Forms*

4

ELECTIVES (AS NEEDED TO COMPLETE THE DEGREE)

TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 60 CREDITS