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Building Construction, less than 1 year certificate

Student using a circular saw

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Certificate: Building Construction TechnologyLess than 1 year

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Course listing for the 2023-2024 catalog year.

Plan of Study Grid
First TermCredits
BCT 102 Residential Printreading 3
BCT 103 Residential Materials and Methods 3
BCT 104 Construction Math 3
BCT 106 Hand Tool/Power Tool Use and Safety 3
Second Term
ARCH 110 Introduction to Architectural Drawing 2
BCT 127 Residential Concrete 6
BCT 135
or ARCH 132
Residential Building Codes
or Residential Building Codes
2
BCT Degree Electives 3
Third Term
BCT 120 Floor Framing 3
BCT 121 Wall Framing 3
BCT 122 Roof Framing I 3
BCT 123 Roof Framing II 3
 Total Credits37

BCT 106 Tool Safety must be taken before beginning any other hands-on classes unless the instructor provides permission to take the classes concurrently.

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