Program Overview

Construction Technology, Certificate of Achievement (C)

Overview

The Construction Technology Department at Santa Barbara City College offers comprehensive training for entry-level positions in industry, mid-level and advanced training for encumbent workers, and green building and building science training for architects, contractors, and those entering the construction trades.

Requirements

Complete all Department Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better. Candidates for a Certificate of Achievement are required to complete at least 20% of the department requirements through SBCC.

Course List

• CT 110: Beginning Construction (4.7 units)
• CT 111: Beginning Construction Trades (4.7 units)
• CT 112: Framing (3 units)
• CT 113: Roof Framing (3 units)
• CT 114: Beginning Finish Carpentry (3 units)
• CT 115: Intermediate Finish Carpentry (3 units)
• CT 116: Blueprint Reading (3 units)
• CT 118: Measuring and Calculating (3 units)
• CT 122: Building Green (6 units)
• CT 124: Building Performance (3 units)

Total Units: 36.40

Learning Outcomes

• Use construction tools safely and efficiently.
• Demonstrate knowledge of component systems of typical residences.
• Build a typical construction structure (wall, roof, cabinet, etc.).
• Install typical construction trim (fascia, base, crown, flooring, etc.).
• Demonstrate understanding of the necessity and components of building science and green building.

Recommended Sequence

Make an appointment with your SBCC academic counselor through Starfish to create a Student Education Plan that reflects a recommended course sequence for this program that is tailored to your individual needs.