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Building Construction Technology
(4 Semesters)
One Advance Technical Certificate and one Associate of Applied Science degree is available to the student.
Program Coordinator and Instructor: Callaghan
Instructor: Maag
Advanced Technical Certificate in Building Construction
(4 Semesters)
Required Courses:
BCT 105 Cabinet Layout and Drawing 2 cr BCT 110 Hand Tools, Power Hand Tools, and Power Tools 2 cr BCT 111 Intro to Cabinetmaking 4 cr BCT 113 Cabinet Setting 1 cr BCT 114 Laminate and Counter Top Installation 2 cr BCT 115 Trim Carpentry Techniques 3 cr BCT 116 Floor and Wall Construction 4 cr BCT 117 Intro to Stairway Constr. 2 cr BCT 118 Roof Framing Construction 4 cr BCT 119 Layout & Concrete Framing 2 cr BCT 140 Construction Blueprint Reading 2 cr BCT 160 Construction Mathematics 2 cr BCT 161 Planning & Estimating 2 cr BCT 201 Concrete (Forming, Pouring and Finishing) 3 cr BCT 202 Floor and Sills 2 cr BCT 203 Interior Wall and Ceiling 2 cr BCT 204 Roof_Rafters and Sheathing 3 cr BCT 205 Special Framing (Stairways) 2 cr BCT 210 Cornices and Gable Ends 2 cr BCT 211 Roofing 2 cr BCT 212 Exterior Walls and Trim 2 cr BCT 213 Exterior Doors & Windows 2 cr BCT 214 Insulation 1 cr BCT 215 Drywall 2 cr BCT 216 Interior Doors and Trim 2 cr BCT 217 Flooring 1 cr BCT 218 Steel Stud Framing 2 cr BCT 240 Construction Drafting 2 cr TOTAL: 62 crAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Building Construction
(4 Semesters)
Required Courses:
BCT 105 Cabinet Layout and Drawing 2 cr BCT 110 Hand Tools, Power Hand Tools, and Power Tools 2 cr BCT 111 Intro to Cabinetmaking 4 cr BCT 113 Cabinet Setting 1 cr BCT 114 Laminate and Counter Top Installation 2 cr BCT 115 Trim Carpentry Techniques 3 cr BCT 116 Floor and Wall Construction 4 cr BCT 117 Intro to Stairway Construction 2 cr BCT 118 Roof Framing Construction 4 cr BCT 119 Layout & Concrete Framing 2 cr BCT 140 Construction Blueprint Reading 2 cr BCT 160 Construction Mathematics 2 cr BCT 161 Planning & Estimating 2 cr BCT 201 Concrete (Forming, Pouring and Finishing) 3 cr BCT 202 Floor and Sills 2 cr BCT 203 Interior Wall and Ceiling 2 cr BCT 204 Roof_Rafters and Sheathing 3 cr BCT 205 Special Framing (Stairways) 2 cr BCT 210 Cornices and Gable Ends 2 cr BCT 211 Roofing 2 cr BCT 212 Exterior Walls and Trim 2 cr BCT 213 Exterior Doors & Windows 2 cr BCT 214 Insulation 1 cr BCT 215 Drywall 2 cr BCT 216 Interior Doors and Trim 2 cr BCT 217 Flooring 1 cr BCT 218 Steel Stud Framing 2 cr BCT 240 Construction Drafting 2 crGeneral Education Requirements:
Goal 1 6 cr Goal 3 3 cr Goals 6, 7, 9, 10A, 11 or 12 3 cr Goal 2-12 4 cr PHYS 100 Essentials of Physics 4 cr TOTAL: 82 crCourses
ACAD 102 First Year Seminar 1 credit. Provides an extended orientation to the university for new students. Utilizes presenters from various campus support systems, collaborative learning activities, and written assignments which involve students in resources and activities on campus. F, S
BCT 105 Cabinet Layout and Drawing 2 credits. Students will learn to read a set of cabinet drawings and make a list of materials to construct them. F
BCT 110 Hand Tools, Power Hand Tools, and Power Tools 2 credits. Students will learn to properly use and maintain the tools used in the construction trade. F
BCT 111 Introduction to Cabinetmaking 4 credits. The student will demonstrate the ability to identify proper wood or plywood used in cabinetmaking. They identify and cut a variety of woodworking joints, layout, cut and assemble materials for case construction. F
BCT 113 Cabinet Setting 1 credit. The processes and procedures of installing cabinets in kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms and formal areas will be presented. The methods discussed will be put into practice. F
BCT 114 Laminate and Counter Top Installation 2 credits. Students will learn the installation of ready-made counter tops and site-made counter tops. The installation of laminates and different types of edge treatments will also be covered. F
BCT 115 Trim Carpentry Techniques 3 credits. Students will learn to build and install base molding, door and window casing, crown molding, chair rails, and wall molding. F
BCT 116 Floor and Wall Construction 4 credits. Students will learn the different parts of a frame wall and roof, the methods for layout, the methods of assembly and erection, and how to estimate the materials and labor needed to complete the building of walls and roof framing. S
BCT 117 Introduction To Stairway Construction 2 credits. The student will build different stairway layouts; and finding solutions to stairway problems will be covered. S
BCT 118 Roof Framing Construction 4 credits. Students will frame up a gable roof, a gable roof with a dormer, a hip roof, a gambrel roof, and will lay out a truss. S
BCT 119 Layout and Concrete Forming 2 credits. An introduction to layout and construction of concrete forms. Students will learn the use of forms, ties, and clamps to pour footings and foundations. S
BCT 140 Construction Blueprint Reading 2 credits. Students will learn to read a set of blueprints and be able to make a list of materials from the blueprints. S
BCT 160 Construction Mathematics 2 credits. Students will learn the use of various measuring systems of construction and emphasis will be placed on the math used in the building construction trade. F
BCT 161 Planning and Estimating 2 credits. In this class the student will learn how to estimate the amount of material it will take to build a house and plant the sequence of construction.
BCT 201 Concrete (Forming, Pouring and Finishing) 3 credits. An introduction to concrete foundations used in residential structures. Students will learn methods to pour, reinforce, and estimate concrete volume. Modern architectural design is increasingly using concrete footings and foundations. Students will learn the use of form, ties, and clamps to pour footings and foundations. F
BCT 202 Floor and Sills 2 credits. Students will learn the proper techniques and methods to frame a wood structure. Components of floor and sill framing will be taught as well as materials estimating. F
BCT 203 Interior Wall and Ceiling 2 credits. Students will be taught the vertical and horizontal support members of a structure and their purpose as the basis for further construction. Students will be able to assemble all the framing members of a structure. F
BCT 204 Roof — Rafters and Sheathing 3 credits. Various roof framing members and different types of roofs will be identified. Students will learn about different types of roof openings and sheathing. F
BCT 205 Special Framing (Stairways) 3 credits. Stairways and other special framing situations will be covered. The types and parts of staircases will be identified. Methods used for measuring rise and run, and materials estimating will be included. F
BCT 210 Cornices and Gable Ends 2 credits. Types and styles of cornices and gables will be identified including the proper construction of each and the appropriate methods for finishing and covering. The student will learn measuring and estimating for purchase of materials. S
BCT 211 Roofing 2 credits. Roof covering is becoming a specialized area of construction. Types of roofs, appropriate roofing materials and tools needed to complete roof application will be taught. Students will be able to select and apply roofing to a framed structure. S
BCT 212 Exterior Walls and Trim 2 credits. Different types of water and wind wall protection will be covered and installation of siding to a framed structure will be taught. Students will also learn joint finishing and trim techniques to complete exterior walls. F
BCT 213 Exterior Doors & Windows 2 credits. Student will learn types of exterior doors and provide complete installation procedures to include door, frame, hardware, threshold, and weather-stripping. S
BCT 214 Insulation 1 credit. Energy conservation as it relates to types and uses for insulation in a residential structure will be discussed. Students will learn classification, types, and how to figure quantities needed on a project. F
BCT 215 Drywall 2 credits. Drywall sizes, types, and uses of drywall will be covered. Students will learn techniques to install, finish drywall joints and depressions, and learn types of drywall finishes that may be applied. Measuring and estimating will also be taught. S
BCT 216 Interior Doors and Trim 3 credits. Students will learn the types and techniques for installing interior doors. Hardware, moldings, and trim will be taught. The proper installation relating to door frame, wall size and type of room will be covered. S
BCT 217 Flooring 1 credit. Various types of floor covering, underlayment, and wood flooring will be taught. Estimating materials for the size of area to be covered will be discussed. S
BCT 218 Steel Stud Framing 2 credits. The students will demonstrate the correct and safe use of power tools and describe the various uses of steel studs.
BCT 240 Construction Drafting 2 credits. Students will use basic drafting equipment to create floor plans and elevations for residential construction projects. F
BCT 299 Special Topics 1-16 credits. Addresses the specific needs of individuals, enabling students to upgrade their technical skills through part-time enrollment in units of instruction that are currently available through the program's full-time, pre-employment curriculum. Permission of the instructor is required.
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