Program Overview

Introduction to the Building Construction Technology Program

The Building Construction Technology (BCT) program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the construction industry. The program covers various aspects of building construction, including safety, materials, tools, and techniques.

Program Courses

The BCT program offers a range of courses that cater to different interests and career goals. Some of the courses include:

• BCT 100: Building Trades I: This course introduces students to the basics of building construction, including equipment and general safety, human relations, building construction surveying, and basic electrical wiring and plumbing.
• BCT 101: Introduction to Construction I: This course covers basic safety procedures, including personal protective equipment, and introduces students to basic construction methods.
• BCT 102: Introduction to Construction II: This course introduces students to power and hand tools, blueprints, and basic rigging hardware and techniques.
• BCT 103: Introduction to Construction Laboratory: This course provides students with hands-on experience in practicing skills acquired in BCT 101 and BCT 102.
• BCT 104: Woodworking Skills I: This course covers the use and care of hand tools and elementary power tools, safety procedures, and supervised project construction.
• BCT 105: Woodworking Skills II: This course advances students' woodworking skills, including the use of advanced power tools and power tool safety.
• BCT 106: Woodworking Theory and Practice: This course explores the history of wood manufacturing, industrial techniques, wood characteristics, stains, and finishes.
• BCT 107: Painting I: This course introduces students to the types and applications of paints and clear coatings, as well as the use of fasteners, caulks, and sealants.
• BCT 108: Painting Level II: This course continues the study of painting, covering painting failures and remedies, preparation, drywall patching, and wood finishing.
• BCT 109: Plumbing I: This course covers the orientation to the trade, including materials used in the plumbing industry and different types of plumbing fixtures.
• BCT 110: Blueprint Reading for Building Trades: This course teaches students how to read blueprints, including understanding symbols, scales, and dimensions.
• BCT 111: Small Equipment Maintenance and Repair: This course covers small engine theory, troubleshooting, and repair, as well as auto maintenance and hydraulic theory.
• BCT 112: Basic Masonry: This course introduces students to the use of brick and concrete blocks, basic techniques for mixing mortar, and laying masonry units.
• BCT 114: Basic Carpentry: This course covers the orientation to the trade, including wood building materials, fasteners, and adhesives.
• BCT 115: Carpentry Level I: This course describes the various kinds of roofs and provides instructions for laying out different roofing systems.
• BCT 116: Basic Carpentry Lab: This course provides students with hands-on experience in practicing carpentry skills.
• BCT 117: Plumbing 1A: This course introduces students to the plumbing profession, including tasks and responsibilities of plumbing professionals.
• BCT 118: Math for Building Trades: This course covers geometry, algebra, arithmetic, and basic trigonometry pertaining to mathematical applications in the building trades field.
• BCT 119: Plumbing 1B: This course continues the introduction to the plumbing profession, including tasks and responsibilities of plumbing professionals.
• BCT 121: Construction Law: This course covers licensing requirements and regulations, business, law, and other important aspects of owning and running a construction business.
• BCT 130: Professional Development and Leadership: This course provides students with experience in leadership, team building, and community service.
• BCT 150: Forklift Operation: This course teaches students how to operate a forklift safely in the workplace.
• BCT 200: Building Trades II: This course continues the study of building trades, including roofing, exterior and interior finish, masonry, door, window, and cabinet installation.
• BCT 206: Advanced Cabinetmaking: This course advances students' cabinetmaking skills, including expert use of hand and power tools and professional construction and finishing techniques.
• BCT 209: Plumbing II: This course continues the study of plumbing, including installation of plumbing systems.
• BCT 217: Building and the Environment: This course introduces students to LEED's, Green Building Fundamentals, sustainability, and sustainable design.
• BCT 218: Plumbing 2: This course builds on the skills and knowledge students have gained in previous plumbing courses, focusing on installation of plumbing systems.
• BCT 221: Cooperative Experience I: This course provides students with supervised cooperative work experience in an approved occupation.
• BCT 222: Alternative Building: This course explores different types of building techniques and materials, including adobe, straw bale, insulated concrete forms, and rammed earth.
• BCT 255: Special Topics: This course covers topics announced in the Schedule of Classes, which may include emerging trends and technologies in the construction industry.
• BCT 290: Special Problems in Building Technology: This course provides students with individual studies in areas directly related to building technologies.

Program Requirements and Prerequisites

Each course has specific prerequisites and requirements, which are outlined in the course descriptions. Students are advised to consult with their instructors or academic advisors to ensure they meet the necessary requirements for each course.

Conclusion

The Building Construction Technology program offers a comprehensive education in the construction industry, covering various aspects of building construction, including safety, materials, tools, and techniques. With a range of courses catering to different interests and career goals, students can gain the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the construction industry.