Building Construction is designed to prepare students for the many career opportunities in the construction industry.  With an ever-changing fast-paced environment, a career in construction requires employees to be well-rounded and multi-talented.  The Building Construction program is designed to provide students with the foundational knowledge needed to master those skills. 

Students will have the opportunity to learn both classroom theory and gain hands-on experience in the construction field. The program has stackable credentials, offering both a Certificate and an Associate of Applied Science Degree. The Certificate is comprised of practical skills that students will need to become a tradesperson within the construction industry, while the Associate of Applied Science Degree is more comprehensive, containing both the hands-on applications and a deeper study of the business side of construction.   

Technical Requirements

• Basic Construction Tools and Materials  
• Basic Construction Layout 
• Basic Construction Print Reading  
• Construction Project Management  
• Floors and Walls Framing 
• Roof and Ceiling Framing 
• Building Codes  
• Construction Estimating
• Electrical & Plumbing Systems  
• HVAC Systems 
• Interior and Exterior Finishing 
• Special Projects in Carpentry 
• Project Planning and Scheduling  
• 10 Hour OSHA Construction Safety  
• Co-Op 
• Residential Repair and Remodeling  

General Education Requirements

• Intermediate College Algebra
• English Composition I
• Microcomputer Applications
• Mathematics of Finance
• Speech
• General Psychology
• Art

Job Opportunities and Salary

Upon completion of the program students can find employment regionally or nationally.  With an extensive array of employment opportunities, students can choose from the many different construction fields.  Some of those areas are construction laborers, carpenters, site superintendents, project managers, as well as many other specialized trades within the construction industry.  All these opportunities are in high demand, and critical to the local economy.   

Pay varies depending on which field a student chooses to enter.  More information can be found at Occupational Outlook Handbook or LBWCC Career Coach site. 

Program Features

Instruction on proper use of hand and power tools, as well as proper lifting and other physical safety precautions.  Students will be instructed on the means and methods used to construct structures.  Students will apply knowledge they have learned to interpret blueprints, perform site layout, construct concrete forms, concrete placement, rough and finish carpentry, apply finish applications, understand building codes, and be proficient in construction estimating.  Students will gain working knowledge of masonry, heating ventilation and air conditioning, mechanical systems, plumbing, and electrical systems.