Construction Technology (1 yr)

Are you good with a hammer and nails? Construction Technology is the program for you!

Gain practical experience by building a house. From the foundation to the finishing touches, you'll participate in building a house!  Full-time students can enter the workforce at the completion of this nine-month program. 

The Construction Technology program is approved by the National Center for Construction, Education, and Research (NCCER). At program completion students will receive NCCER certification. 

Locations: 

Schedule a visit today at the location near you! 

  • Technical Center (Atchison) 785-442-6180
  • Western Center (Baileyville) 785-442-6240
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*This course is recognized by the Kansas Board of Regents as Common or Support courses within the program.

First Semester (15 Credits Total)

  • *BTT 105: Safety & Orientation (OSHA 10) (1 credit) - Common
  • *BTT 106: Introductory Craft Skills (3 credits) - Common
  • *BTT 109: Carpentry Basics (4 credits) - Common
  • *BTT 111: Roof & Framing (3 credits) - Common
  • *BTT 119: Floors, Walls, & Ceiling Framing (4 credits) - Common

Second Semester (14 Credits Total)

  • BTT 121: Residential Concrete Construction (2 credits) 
  • BTT 155: Resiential Interior Finish Carpenty (5 credits)
  • *BTT 159: Windows, Doors, & Stairs - Common
  • BTT 170: Painting, Finishing, & Decorating (4 credits)

Total Credits = 29

 

Systemwide General Education (SGE) Key
010 English 050 Social & Behavioral Sciences
020 Communications 060 Arts & Humanities
030 Math & Sciences 070 Institutionally Designated
040 Natural & Physical Sciences

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