Building Construction Technology Certificate
Contact Information:
Ron Parisien, Building Construction Instructor
(701) 394-3958
CTE Building
rparisien@tm.edu
Chad Jeanotte, Building Construction Instructor
(701) 394-3958
CTE Building
cjeanotte@tm.edu
Program Type
Certificate
Estimated Time to Complete
Two semesters (One academic year)
Format
On Campus
Program Description
This program is a basic introduction to the construction field. This certificate includes nine Building Construction Technology core classes with one elective. It is designed for the person who only wants the basics of carpentry so they can join the exciting world of construction after only two semesters.
Career Outlook
Employment in building construction may include office and industrial building construction companies, home building construction companies, concrete and brickwork companies, and highway and street construction companies. A trained building construction worker must have good hand to eye coordination, understand the blueprint of the work on hand and should be able to carry out the work plan effectively, math skills, and teamwork.
Credit Hours
33 Credits
Application Deadline
Review the TMC Academic Calendar for admissions & registration deadlines for each semester.
Program Required Courses
Required Credit Hours: 33 Credits
Program Courses
Program Requirements
Building Construction Technology Certificate Pathway
Program of Study Year One |
Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
Course # | Course Title | Credit | Course # | Course Title | Credit |
BCT 103 | Construction Blueprint Reading | 3 | BCT 130 | Exterior Finish Theory and Lab | 4 |
BCT 105 | Core Curriculum | 2 | BCT 135 | Framing Shop II | 4 |
BCT 115 | Site Layout & Concrete Form Construction | 2 | BCT 144 | Construction Estimating | 3 |
BCT 120 | Framing Principles and Methods | 3 | BCT 145 | Interior Finish Theory & Shop I | 4 |
BCT 125 | Framing Shop I | 4 | BCT 161 | Internship | 2 |
SAFT 110 | OSHA 10-Hour | 1 | BOTE 177 | Job Readiness | 1 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 18 |
Total Credits Required: 33