Program Overview

Building Technology - Associate of Applied Science Overview

The Building Technology program is designed to prepare students to enter the growing construction industry. The hands-on education encompasses various aspects of construction, including project management, sustainable (green) building, construction law, blueprint reading, basic surveying, use of wood building materials, concrete work, and weatherization, and masonry. Additionally, students will learn the correct use of hand and power tools, safety procedures, math skills, painting, and communication skills to help them work effectively with colleagues and clients.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Building Technology, students must meet the following requirements:

• Earn a grade of C or higher in ENGL 1110G Composition I
• Place into college-level math and reading courses or complete developmental courses with a C or higher
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
• Complete a minimum of 15 of the 60 credits for the associate's degree at NMSU or one of its community colleges
• Note that individual academic programs may have additional requirements

Program Details

The AAS in Building Technology requires a total of 61 credits. The program includes the following courses:

• BCT 100: Building Trades I (8 credits, 2+12P), which covers equipment and general safety, human relations, building construction surveying, footings, foundation form work, framing, sheathing, insulation, basic electrical wiring, and plumbing
• BCT 101: Introduction to Construction I (2 credits, 2+1P), which focuses on basic safety, including personal protective equipment, performing basic construction tasks safely, and accident response
• BCT 102: Introduction to Construction II (2 credits, 2+1P), which introduces power and hand tools, blueprints, and basic rigging hardware and techniques
• BCT 103: Introduction to Construction Laboratory (3 credits, 3), which provides students with the opportunity to practice skills acquired in BCT 101 and BCT 102 through task-oriented projects

Course Corequisites and Restrictions

• BCT 101, BCT 102, and BCT 103 are corequisite courses
• BCT 101, BCT 102, and BCT 103 are restricted to Community Colleges campuses only
• BCT 101 and BCT 102 may be repeated up to 2 credits
• BCT 103 may be repeated up to 3 credits