Construction Technology - Finishing
Construction Technology - Finishing
Certificate of Completion: 33 credits. Advising Guide
Career Description
The Construction Technology - Finishing certificate enables students to gain an advanced footing in the high demand construction industry both locally and regionally. The certificate teaches a wide range of skills needed to be successful in the construction trades whether they be concrete, framing, roofing, exterior finishes and everything in between. These techniques teach the requisite skills needed to seek employment using the experience gained upon completing the certificate. Students who complete the 33 credit certificate have the potential to enter the workforce with the knowledge and skills to be a finish carpenter. Finish carpenters focus on the numerous wood details that complete the interior of residential and commercial structures.
Course of Study
The Construction Technology - Finishing certificate is wholly contained within and applies toward the completion of the Construction Technology AAS degree. Together with the Construction Technology - Building certificate, the majority of credits for the AAS are completed. Additional credits of General Education are required to complete the AAS.
Program Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this degree will be able to:
- Explain terms and nomenclature pertaining to the tools, materials and hardware associated with the construction field.
- Demonstrate the safe and proper use and care of basic construction tools.
- Apply safe work habits at all times.
- Perform fundamental construction techniques properly, including flooring, concrete, drywall, roofing, and exterior finishing details.
- Communicate effectively with coworkers, industry partners, and clients.
- Use advanced green building techniques and materials.
Prerequisites
- MTH 98 Quantitative Math (4 credits) or placement into MTH 65 Beginning Algebra (4 credits)
- Placement into IRW 115 Critical Reading and Writing (5 credits) or WR 115 Introduction to Expository Writing (4 credits)
Course Map
Sequence shown is a recommended plan for full-time enrollment. Scheduling requirements may prevent all courses from being offered every term. Students must meet with an academic advisor to map their specific degree plan.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CT 230 Roofing and Siding | 3 credits |
| CT 231 Sheetrock/Drywall Basics | 3 credits |
| CT 232 Flooring Basics | 3 credits |
| CT 233 Green Building Materials and Methods | 3 credits |
| Total | 12 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CT 113 Deck Building | 3 credits |
| CT 221 Advanced Materials and Methods | 3 credits |
| CT 223 Fences, Handrails and Gates | 3 credits |
| CT 243 Prints, Drawings and Plans | 3 credits |
| Total | 12 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CT 222 Commercial Concrete | 3 credits |
| CT 241 Hardware, Adhesives, Sealants and Flashings | 3 credits |
| CT 242 Estimating Labor and Materials | 3 credits |
| Total | 9 credits |
| Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Construction Technology (CT) | 33 |