Construction Technology Department

The Construction Technology curriculum is designed to give students broad training not only in a specific trade but in a variety of useful academic subjects as well. Preparatory training through education is provided in all areas of the industry -- contractors, remodelers, cabinet makers, building inspectors, carpenters, and others.

A.A. and A.S. degrees as well as certificates can be earned in the Construction Technology Program. The Certificate Programs do not satisfy A.A. degree requirement

MILL CABINET

A.A. or A.S. DEGREE

Successful completion of the curriculum in Mill Cabinet qualifies students for entry into any type of cabinet making, for example, assembly line production, custom cabinet making, design and layout of cabinet and furniture, and repairing routine machine malfunctions (those used in wood shops). Students must fulfill major requirements and all Associate Degree Requirements for the A.A./A.S. degree.

MILL CABINET

CERTIFICATE

A Mill Cabinet Certificate will qualify students for entry into any type of cabinet making, for example, assembly line production, custom cabinet making, design and layout of cabinet and furniture making, finishing and refinishing cabinets and furniture, repairing routine machine malfunctions (those used in wood shops) and setting up a cabinet shop. A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree.

CABINET MAKING

CERTIFICATE

A Cabinet Making Certificate will qualify students for entry into any type of cabinet making, for example, assembly line production, custom cabinet making, and repairing routine wood shop machine malfunctions. A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree.

CARPENTRY

CERTIFICATE

The Carpentry Certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in all areas of the building construction industry, such as carpentry and mobile home industry. A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

A.A. or A.S. DEGREE

The curriculum in Residential Building Construction prepares students for entry-level positions in all areas of the building construction industry, such as carpentry, mobile home industry, and estimating. It also satisfies up to two years of experience needed for the General Contractor’s license. Students must fulfill major requirements and all Associate Degree Requirements for the A.A./A.S. degree.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

CERTIFICATE

The Residential Building Construction Certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in all areas of the building construction industry, such as carpentry, mobile home industry, and estimating. It also satisfies up to two years of experience needed for the General Contractor’s license. A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree.

DIVISION OFFICE: B 3
FACULTY: C. Chamberlain, E. Wicks
LIAISON COUNSELORS : E. Dickson, C. Epting-Davis, D. Quadros

Page last updated: October 3, 2008
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