Building Construction Technology - Mid Plains Community College

Building Construction Technology from Mid Plains Community College is a Campus Certificate Building Engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. The Building Construction Technology Program is an open-entry, open-exit program that provides skills and training necessary for employment in the areas of residential and light commercial construction. Students may earn a Diploma-44 Credit Hours, Diploma-32 Credit Hours. Program Objectives Demonstrate knowledge of safety hazards involved with the building construction industry. Possess knowledge to perform tasks of entry level building construction employment. Demonstrate an understanding of personal and work characteristics that contribute to an effective job performance. Use effective communication skills appropriate to the building construction industry. Apply building theory to the construction of single and multiple family dwellings. Use mathematical data and reasoning skills appropriate to the construction field. Possess a basic understanding of the Uniform Building Code and have the ability to use code resources. Employment Opportunities Graduates may consider employment as carpenters, building inspectors, construction materials salespersons, framers, roofers or cabinetmakers. Self-employment/business ownership is also a possibility. DIPLOMA - 44 CREDIT HOURS The Diploma option is for students who want only ?handson? training in the Building Construction field. Students must complete the 44 credit hours of the Building Construction Technology Program courses listed for the fall, spring, and summer terms. View more details on Mid - Plains Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Building Engineering courses.