Construction Technology - Naugatuck Valley Community College

Construction Technology from Naugatuck Valley Community College is a Campus Certificate Building Engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. This certificate program will prepare men and women for careers in Connecticut\\\'s construction industry by combining two distinct areas of learning: construction specific technical knowledge and construction process management. The program will provide students with a general knowledge of construction and the building process preparing individuals for positions such as: construction and building inspection, construction cost estimators, job cost estimators, construction supervisors, and construction managers, among others. This program will also prepare them for additional study in engineering, architecture and construction management, or entry-level employment in the construction field. The program will also offer skilled workers, who are currently in the construction industry, an opportunity to advance toward positions in construction management or design. Program Outcomes: Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to: 1. building systems such as concrete foundations, windows and walls, steel roof decks, waterproofing, thermal and moisture barriers, etc. 2. interior mechanical systems including plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical and lighting systems 3. exterior finish systems such as brick and stone veneers, sidings, pitched and flat membrane roofs, etc. 4. concrete, steel and wood structural framing systems 5. interior finish systems such as gypsum board, flooring, coatings and millwork In the process management area, students will be able to: 1. read and understand the preparation of construction drawings using the latest CAD and management software 1. understand project phases from pre-construction design activities through construction completion 2. study the importance of cost estimating 3. examine the key aspects of a project\\\'s bidding, contract award and permitting procedures 4. understand the implications building codes and zoning regulations on a building\\\'s design 5. develop and practice effective communication (verbal and written) skills 6. maintain project scheduling and documentation 7. exercise conflict resolution and project leadership 8. develop cost control methods View more details on Naugatuck Valley Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Building Engineering courses.