Construction Technology - Gibson Technical Center

Construction Technology from Gibson Technical Center is a Campus Certificate Computer Engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. The Construction Technology program is designed to acquaint students with all phases of construction. Instruction consists of classroom lecture and supervised hands-on training at the job site. Students enrolled in the program assist in the construction of a house each year from framing to painting and trim work. Students are expected to furnish a few basic tools for their personal use during class. Construction workers represent the single largest group of skilled workers in the nation's labor force. Those engaged in the building trades, repair and modernize homes, build commercial buildings, airports, recreation facilities, and many other types of construction. In general, construction work may be divided into three specialized categories: Structural (carpenter or brick layer), finisher (painter, floor covering installer, or roofer), and mechanical (electrician or plumber). Emphasis of the Program Safety Develop leadership skill through Vocational Industrial Clubs of America Strong preparation for a general or specialized career in the building trades Construction of a house during each school year Course Description The Construction Technology program is designed to acquaint students with all phases of construction. Instruction consists of classroom lecture and supervised hands-on training at the job site. Students enrolled in the program assist in the construction of a house each year from framing to painting and trim work. Students are expected to furnish a few basic tools for their personal use during class. Employment Opportunities The construction Technology program prepares students for entry into a building trades position or for placement in an advanced college/technical program. Some career opportunities might be: Building contractors Painting contractors Real estate companies Insulation and lumber companies Roofing and concrete contractors Self employment View more details on Gibson Technical Center . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Computer Engineering courses.