BCT - Building Construction Technology Outcomes

AAS: Building Construction Technology

  • Safely construct and finish concrete foundation and flatwork systems by interpreting construction documents, estimating costs, ordering materials, and completing projects to industry standards.
  • Safely construct various residential floor, wall and roof framing systems by interpreting construction documents, estimating costs, ordering materials, and completing projects to industry standards.
  • Safely construct various residential interior and exterior wall and roof coverings, millwork, cabinetry and finishes by interpreting construction documents, estimating costs, ordering materials, and completing projects to industry standards.
  • Apply competence in tool and job site safety, applied mathematics, estimating, building codes, and construction surveying
  • Practice the efficient use of natural and man-made resources in both commercial and residential building construction.
  • Read, understand and generate construction documents, and communicate in the construction environment using effective written and oral communication skills. 6.2.10

AAS: Building Construction Technology - Construction Management Option

  • Apply construction codes; read, interpret and generate construction documents; choose appropriate materials and methods and apply estimating, scheduling and job costing skills in order to effectively manage a residential or commercial construction project.
  • Apply mathematics and basic engineering principles to solve problems encountered on construction projects.
  • Use safe construction practices to comply with OSHA regulations. 12.2012

AAS: Building Construction Technology - Design/Build Remodeling Option

  • Evaluate building systems, including structural and mechanical, and apply such knowledge to building design and construction requirements. Use efficient and safe construction skills and techniques on remodeling and/or new
    construction projects
  • Identify and analyze technical and aesthetic project requirements, research industry specifications, and specify appropriate building and finish materials, equipment, and fixtures to meet client needs and building code requirements.
  • Create kitchen and bath design solutions meeting client aesthetic and budgetary needs by using the National Kitchen and Bath Association guidelines and the elements & principles of design including universal and accessible design criteria.
  • Prepare contract documents, using industry standards for written and graphic communication. Manage project schedule, subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Practice ethical standards of business conduct and professional services.
  • Exhibit organizational and written/oral communication skills required to bring design/build projects from initial concept to competition. 6.2.10

One-Year Certificate: Building Construction Technology

  • Use efficient and safe construction skills and techniques on construction projects.
  • Use technology to automate and organize information used in construction activities.
  • Employ effective and appropriate communication skills when interacting with trade associates, design associates, vendors and customers.
  • Practice effective problem solving skills.
  • Practice ethical standards of business conduct and professional services.
  • Practice the efficient use of man made and natural resources. 6.2.10