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Career and Program Description
Career possibilities exist for those going into business for themselves or seeking employment in the construction industry. PCC offers associate degrees and a certificate in several construction industry specialties. This program is designed to help students develop the technical qualifications and life skills needed to enter the construction industry, as well as to help those currently in the construction trades upgrade and learn new skills.
Building Construction Technology AAS Degree: This degree is designed to help students learn the skills a carpenter needs to build a house. Coursework includes hands-on instruction in the BCT shop, or at the BCT work site, in Tool Safety, Residential Concrete, Floor/Wall/Roof Framing, Exterior/Interior Finish, Cabinetmaking, and Remodeling. Classroom instruction consists of lectures and exercises that will teach skills in Residential Printreading, Materials and Methods, Building Codes, Estimating, Construction Math, Drafting, and Sustainable Building.
Graduates might work in the construction field as framers, carpenters, remodelers, site supervisors, concrete workers, siding installers, roofers, trim carpenters, etc. After gaining job site experience, graduates might even start their own construction companies. For specific courses required to complete this degree, see the term by term list under “Building Construction Technology.” For students who plan to complete the degree in two years, fall term is the best time to begin, since most courses are only offered once each year. However, many students enter the program in winter, spring, or summer terms. Students who enter the program during these terms should see a BCT advisor during their first term for help in sequencing courses.
Design/Build Remodeling AAS Degree: This degree offers coursework in building construction and interior design with a focus on kitchen and bath remodeling and design. This degree is affiliated with the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) and follows NKBA kitchen and bath planning guidelines. Upon graduation, and gaining industry experience, students can take the Certified Kitchen and/or Bath exam to become a certified designer. A graduate might work as a kitchen and/or bath designer, remodeler, cabinet installer, project superintendent, project manager, estimator, or showroom and sales associate. College level reading and writing skills, basic math skills are required. Individual courses may have prerequisites which are included in the course description. Students must complete the coursework requirements outlined in the PCC catalog under Associates of Applied Science Degree.
Construction Management AAS Degree: Our Construction Management (CM) program provides students with the technical and management skills and qualifications necessary to secure employment in a management capacity within the construction industry. Our curriculum prepares students for entry level management and supervisory positions in the residential and commercial fields of construction, offering classes in estimating, scheduling, construction law, safety, building systems, materials and methods of construction, blueprint reading, project management and more. CM graduates seek employment as project engineers, estimators, schedulers, project managers and field supervisors. Others become owner’s representatives, developers, and general and specialty contractors. Graduates who earn the AAS degree in Construction Management may transfer to Oregon Institute of Technology to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Operations Management. Also, a Bachelor’s of Applied Science in Technology and Management is offered to AAS CM degree holders by both OIT and Southern Oregon University (SOU). The SOU program is online. OIT offers courses at OIT’s Portland Metro area campus in Wilsonville.
Degree and Certificates Offered
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Building Construction Technology
Building Construction Technology: Construction Management
Building Construction Technology: Design/Build Remodeling Option
Less than One-Year Certificate
Building Construction Technology
Academic Prerequisites
- Students new to the building construction technology program must take the college’s placement tests for math and writing administered through the assessment centers prior to program advising and registration.
- Students must be enrolled in or have completed MTH 20 or have placed into MTH 58 or MTH 60 or above on the Numerical Test and have enrolled in or completed (WR 90 or IRW 90 ) or placed into (WR 115 or IRW 115 or above).
- Students must complete BCT 106 with a grade of "C" or "P" better or acquire department approval before enrolling in classes requiring the use of hand or power tools.
Academic Requirements
None
Non-Academic Prerequisites
- None
Non-Academic Requirements
- None
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Building Construction Technology
Building Construction Technology: Construction Management
Building Construction Technology: Design/Build Remodeling Option
Building Construction Technology AAS Degree
Minimum 97 credits. Students must also meet Associate Degree Comprehensive Requirements and Associate of Applied Science Requirements. Students must complete a total of four courses of General Education. Some courses specified within the program may be used as General Education. Math/computation competency is met through the courses in the program of study indicated with a § symbol. Students should consult with program advisors for course planning.
Course of Study
The coursework listed below is required. The following is an example of a term-by-term breakdown.
| First Term | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BCT 102 | Residential Printreading | 3 |
| BCT 103 | Residential Materials and Methods | 3 |
| BCT 104 | Construction Math § | 3 |
| BCT 106 | Hand Tool/Power Tool Use and Safety | 3 |
| General Education: 1 course | ||
| Second Term | ||
| ARCH 110 | Introduction to Architectural Drawing | 2 |
| BCT 127 | Residential Concrete | 6 |
| BCT 135 or ARCH 132 | Residential Building Codes or Residential Building Codes | 2 |
| COMM 215 or COMM 111 | Communicating in Teams and Small Groups *,Z or Public Speaking (COMM111=COMM111Z) | 4 |
| BCT Degree Electives | 3 | |
| Third Term | ||
| BCT 118 | Introduction to Space Planning and Design | 2 |
| BCT 120 | Floor Framing | 3 |
| BCT 121 | Wall Framing | 3 |
| BCT 122 | Roof Framing I | 3 |
| BCT 123 | Roof Framing II | 3 |
| General Education: 1 course | 3 | |
| Fourth Term | ||
| BCT 128 | Exterior Finish | 6 |
| BCT 129 | Mechanical Planning for Kitchens and Baths | 4 |
| BCT 223 | Finished Stair Construction | 3 |
| BCT 229 | Introduction to Kitchens and Baths | 4 |
| Fifth Term | ||
| BCT 203 | Interior Finish | 6 |
| BCT 219 | Cabinetmaking I | 6 |
| General Education: 1 course | ||
| Sixth Term | ||
| BCT 204B | Construction Estimating - Residential | 3 |
| BCT 206 | Sustainable Construction Practices | 3 |
| BCT 211 | Remodeling | 6 |
| WR 227 or WR 122 | Technical Writing (WR227=WR227Z) Z or Composition II (WR122=WR122Z) | 4 |
| Total Credits | 97 | |
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Could be used as General Education
- §
Course cannot be substituted for another course
- Z
This course is part of Oregon Common Course Numbering. The following courses are equivalent:
COMM 111 and COMM 111Z
WR 122 and WR 122Z
WR 227 and WR 227Z
Building Construction Technology Degree Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BCT 100 | Overview to the Construction Industry | 3 |
| BCT 105 | CAD for Constructors I | 3 |
| BCT 116 | Alternative Building Design | 3 |
| BCT 129 | Mechanical Planning for Kitchens and Baths | 4 |
| BCT 130 | Construction Safety | 3 |
| BCT 132 | Revit for Constructors | 3 |
| BCT 133 | Commercial Materials and Methods | 3 |
| BCT 134 | Construction Scheduling | 3 |
| BCT 150 | Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing | 4 |
| BCT 202C | Business Principles for Construction | 3 |
| BCT 204C | Construction Estimating - Commercial | 3 |
| BCT 206 | Sustainable Construction Practices | 3 |
| BCT 213 | Commercial Printreading | 3 |
| BCT 214 | Advanced Construction Estimating | 3 |
| BCT 216 | Cabinetry I | 2 |
| BCT 217 | Cabinetry II | 2 |
| BCT 218 | Woodworking Projects | 2 |
| BCT 221 | Construction Law for the Contractor | 3 |
| BCT 222 | Engineering for Constructors | 3 |
| BCT 223 | Finished Stair Construction | 3 |
| BCT 225 | Construction Project Management | 3 |
| BCT 226 | Finish Carpentry | 2 |
| BCT 229 | Introduction to Kitchens and Baths | 4 |
| BCT 244 | Kitchen and Bath Cabinet Installation | 2 |
| BCT 280A | Cooperative Education: Building Construction | 1-12 |
| BCT 280C | Cooperative Education BCT Design/Build Remodeling | 1-5 |
Construction Management AAS Degree
Minimum 91 credits. Students must also meet Associate Degree Comprehensive Requirements and Associate of Applied Science Requirements. Students must complete a total of four courses of General Education. Some courses specified within the program may be used as General Education. Math/computation competency is met through the courses in the program of study indicated with a § symbol. Students should consult with program advisors for course planning.
Course of Study
The coursework listed below is required. The following is an example of a term-by-term breakdown.
| First Term | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BCT 100 | Overview to the Construction Industry | 3 |
| BCT 102 | Residential Printreading 1 | 3 |
| BCT 103 | Residential Materials and Methods 1 | 3 |
| BCT 104 | Construction Math §1 | 3 |
| BCT 170 | Excel for Contractors | 2 |
| Second Term | ||
| ARCH 110 | Introduction to Architectural Drawing | 2 |
| BCT 119 | Bluebeam for Construction | 1 |
| BCT 134 | Construction Scheduling 1 | 3 |
| BCT 135 or ARCH 132 | Residential Building Codes or Residential Building Codes | 2 |
| BCT 202C | Business Principles for Construction | 3 |
| BCT CAD Electives | 3 | |
| Third Term | ||
| BCT 117 | Graphic Communication for Contractors | 1 |
| BCT 133 | Commercial Materials and Methods | 3 |
| BCT 136 or ARCH 133 | Commercial Building Codes or Commercial Building Codes | 2 |
| BCT 221 | Construction Law for the Contractor | 3 |
| COMM 111 or COMM 215 | Public Speaking (COMM111=COMM111Z) *,Z or Communicating in Teams and Small Groups | 4 |
| BCT CAD Electives | 3 | |
| Fourth Term | ||
| BCT 139 | Procore | 1 |
| BCT 150 | Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing | 4 |
| BCT 204C | Construction Estimating - Commercial | 3 |
| BCT 213 or ARCH 162 | Commercial Printreading or Commercial Print Reading | 3 |
| CG 209 | Job Finding Skills | 1 |
| WR 227 or WR 122 | Technical Writing (WR227=WR227Z) Z or Composition II (WR122=WR122Z) | 4 |
| Fifth Term | ||
| BCT 206 | Sustainable Construction Practices | 3 |
| BCT 214 | Advanced Construction Estimating | 3 |
| BCT 222 or ARCH 122 | Engineering for Constructors or Structural Systems 2 | 3 |
| General Education: 2 courses | ||
| Sixth Term | ||
| BCT 130 | Construction Safety | 3 |
| BCT 207 or BA 111 | Construction Accounting or Introduction to Accounting | 3 |
| BCT 208 | Introduction to Lean for Constructors | 1 |
| BCT 225 | Construction Project Management | 3 |
| General Education: 1 Course | ||
| Seventh Term | ||
| BCT 280A | Cooperative Education: Building Construction 2 | 3 |
| Total Credits | 91 | |
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Could be used as General Education
- §
Course cannot be substituted for another course.
- 1
Class may be challenged by petitioning for course by examination.
- 2
Credits for this class may vary from one to six depending on the nature and duration of the cooperative experience. This class may be taken more than one time until the required number of credits is fulfilled. See advisor for details.
- Z
This course is part of Oregon Common Course Numbering. The following courses are equivalent:
COMM 111 and COMM 111Z
WR 122 and WR 122HZ
WR 227 and WR 227Z
BCT CAD Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 126 | Introduction to AutoCAD | 3 |
| ARCH 127 | 3 | |
| ARCH 136 | Intermediate AutoCAD | 3 |
| ARCH 237 | Introduction to Revit Architecture | 3 |
| ARCH 247 | Intermediate Revit Architecture | 3 |
| BCT 105 | CAD for Constructors I | 3 |
| BCT 125 | Chief Architect for Remodelers | 3 |
| BCT 132 | Revit for Constructors | 3 |
Design/Build Remodeling AAS Degree
Minimum 103 credits. Students must also meet Associate Degree Comprehensive Requirements and Associate of Applied Science Requirements. Students must complete a total of four courses of General Education. Some courses specified within the program may be used as General Education. Math/computation competency is met through the courses in the program of study indicated with a § symbol. Students should consult with program advisors for course planning.
Course of Study
The coursework listed below is required. The following is an example of a term-by-term breakdown.
| First Term | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BCT 102 | Residential Printreading | 3 |
| BCT 103 | Residential Materials and Methods | 3 |
| BCT 104 | Construction Math § | 3 |
| BCT 106 | Hand Tool/Power Tool Use and Safety | 3 |
| General Education: 1 course | ||
| Second Term | ||
| ARCH 110 | Introduction to Architectural Drawing | 2 |
| BCT 127 | Residential Concrete | 6 |
| BCT 135 | Residential Building Codes | 2 |
| COMM 215 or COMM 111 | Communicating in Teams and Small Groups *,Z or Public Speaking (COMM111=COMM111Z) | 4 |
| BCT CAD Electives | 3 | |
| Third Term | ||
| BCT 117 | Graphic Communication for Contractors | 1 |
| BCT 118 | Introduction to Space Planning and Design | 2 |
| BCT 120 | Floor Framing | 3 |
| BCT 121 | Wall Framing | 3 |
| BCT 122 | Roof Framing I | 3 |
| BCT CAD Electives | 3 | |
| General Education: 1 course | 3 | |
| Fourth Term | ||
| BCT 128 | Exterior Finish | 6 |
| BCT 129 | Mechanical Planning for Kitchens and Baths | 4 |
| BCT 229 | Introduction to Kitchens and Baths | 4 |
| WR 227 or WR 122 | Technical Writing (WR227=WR227Z) Z or Composition II (WR122=WR122Z) | 4 |
| Fifth Term | ||
| BCT 202C | Business Principles for Construction | 3 |
| BCT 203 | Interior Finish | 6 |
| BCT 219 | Cabinetmaking I | 6 |
| ID 238 | Advanced Kitchen and Bath Planning | 3 |
| Sixth Term | ||
| BCT 204B | Construction Estimating - Residential | 3 |
| BCT 206 | Sustainable Construction Practices | 3 |
| BCT 211 | Remodeling | 6 |
| BCT 244 | Kitchen and Bath Cabinet Installation | 2 |
| General Education: 1 course | ||
| Total Credits | 103 | |
- *
Could be used as General Education
- §
Course cannot be substituted with another course.
- Z
This course is part of Oregon Common Course Numbering. The following courses are equivalent:
COMM 111 and COMM 111Z
WR 122 and WR 122Z
WR 227 and WR 227Z
BCT CAD Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 126 | Introduction to AutoCAD | 3 |
| ARCH 127 | 3 | |
| ARCH 136 | Intermediate AutoCAD | 3 |
| ARCH 237 | Introduction to Revit Architecture | 3 |
| ARCH 247 | Intermediate Revit Architecture | 3 |
| BCT 105 | CAD for Constructors I | 3 |
| BCT 125 | Chief Architect for Remodelers | 3 |
| BCT 132 | Revit for Constructors | 3 |
Building Construction Technology Less Than One-Year Certificate
Minimum 37 credits. Students must meet all certificate requirements.
Course of Study
The coursework listed below is required. The following is an example of a term-by-term breakdown.
| First Term | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BCT 102 | Residential Printreading | 3 |
| BCT 103 | Residential Materials and Methods | 3 |
| BCT 104 | Construction Math | 3 |
| BCT 106 | Hand Tool/Power Tool Use and Safety | 3 |
| Second Term | ||
| ARCH 110 | Introduction to Architectural Drawing | 2 |
| BCT 127 | Residential Concrete | 6 |
| BCT 135 or ARCH 132 | Residential Building Codes or Residential Building Codes | 2 |
| BCT Degree Electives | 3 | |
| Third Term | ||
| BCT 120 | Floor Framing | 3 |
| BCT 121 | Wall Framing | 3 |
| BCT 122 | Roof Framing I | 3 |
| BCT 123 | Roof Framing II | 3 |
| Total Credits | 37 | |
Building Construction Technology Degree Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BCT 100 | Overview to the Construction Industry | 3 |
| BCT 105 | CAD for Constructors I | 3 |
| BCT 116 | Alternative Building Design | 3 |
| BCT 129 | Mechanical Planning for Kitchens and Baths | 4 |
| BCT 130 | Construction Safety | 3 |
| BCT 132 | Revit for Constructors | 3 |
| BCT 133 | Commercial Materials and Methods | 3 |
| BCT 134 | Construction Scheduling | 3 |
| BCT 150 | Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing | 4 |
| BCT 202C | Business Principles for Construction | 3 |
| BCT 204C | Construction Estimating - Commercial | 3 |
| BCT 206 | Sustainable Construction Practices | 3 |
| BCT 213 | Commercial Printreading | 3 |
| BCT 214 | Advanced Construction Estimating | 3 |
| BCT 216 | Cabinetry I | 2 |
| BCT 217 | Cabinetry II | 2 |
| BCT 218 | Woodworking Projects | 2 |
| BCT 221 | Construction Law for the Contractor | 3 |
| BCT 222 | Engineering for Constructors | 3 |
| BCT 223 | Finished Stair Construction | 3 |
| BCT 225 | Construction Project Management | 3 |
| BCT 226 | Finish Carpentry | 2 |
| BCT 229 | Introduction to Kitchens and Baths | 4 |
| BCT 244 | Kitchen and Bath Cabinet Installation | 2 |
| BCT 280A | Cooperative Education: Building Construction | 1-12 |
| BCT 280C | Cooperative Education BCT Design/Build Remodeling | 1-5 |
BCT 100. Overview to the Construction Industry. 3 Credits.
Introduces construction industry practices in a domestic and national context. Explores the roles and responsibilities of those involved in construction projects from inception to completion. Introduces the various phases of construction including planning, design, documentation, bidding, permitting, pre-construction, supervision, and close-out. Presents the role of planning, scheduling, project organization, and communication in successful project management. Audit available.
BCT 102. Residential Printreading. 3 Credits.
Covers a collaborative learning framework for the development of print reading skills related to residential building construction. Includes analyzing, interpreting, and measuring plans for relevant construction information. Covers work limited to residential prints. Audit available.
BCT 103. Residential Materials and Methods. 3 Credits.
Introduces function and performance characteristics of basic building materials, components, methods, and sequences in the construction process. Emphasizes residential construction. Audit available.
BCT 104. Construction Math. 3 Credits.
Provides a framework for learners to apply mathematical concepts and principles to building construction situations problems through collaborative learning. Learners will also develop, articulate and document their own problem solving strategies. Exploration of construction problems will be limited to light framing, concrete, finish carpentry and cabinetmaking. Prerequisite: Placement into MTH 20 or department approval. Audit available.
BCT 105. CAD for Constructors I. 3 Credits.
Introduces Computer Aided Design (CAD) based software. Develops skills and vocabulary necessary to generate construction drawings, and modify existing drawings. Suitable for both MAC and Windows operating systems. Recommended: Blueprint reading and basic computer skills. Audit available.
BCT 106. Hand Tool/Power Tool Use and Safety. 3 Credits.
Develops understanding of the hand tools and power tools used in the construction trades. Identifies commonly used hand/power tools, selecting the correct tool to complete assigned projects and working in a safe and competent manner. Emphasizes safety and care of tools. Audit available.
BCT 116. Alternative Building Design. 3 Credits.
This course introduces students to natural green building principles used in the design and construction of alternative buildings such as straw bale, cobb and rammed earth. Student team will develop designs by constructing scaled models, and will then prepare and deliver presentations that defend and promote their designs. Audit available.
BCT 117. Graphic Communication for Contractors. 1 Credit.
Introduces the fundamentals of three dimensional drawing as a communication tool used in the construction process. Introduces graphic tools including freehand sketching, diagramming, axonometric and perspective drawing. Covers appropriate use of these tools for conveying information between various professionals engaged in the construction process. Prerequisite: ARCH 110 or departmental approval. Audit available.
BCT 118. Introduction to Space Planning and Design. 2 Credits.
Covers elements and principles of color and design as they apply to functional and aesthetic space planning for kitchens, baths and storage areas of a house. Includes basic presentation skills and processes to incorporate design ideas, floor plans and materials presentation boards. Prerequisite/concurrent: ARCH 110. Audit available.
BCT 119. Bluebeam for Construction. 1 Credit.
Introduces the fundamentals of using Bluebeam software to manage drawings and documents for a "paperless" construction project. Recommended: Basic computer skills. Prerequisite: BCT 102 or instructor approval. Audit available.
BCT 120. Floor Framing. 3 Credits.
Covers basic floor framing systems and principles used in residential construction. Includes floor systems installed on foundations using current building construction methods. Includes floor leveling, sill plate installation, floor framing material identification, joist and beam lay-out, quantity take offs, estimating and related codes. Prerequisites: BCT 106 or instructor permission. Audit available.
BCT 121. Wall Framing. 3 Credits.
Covers wood wall framing methods and principles currently used in residential construction. Includes wall layout and assembly of studs, corners, partitions and openings. Includes calculating material quantities, related codes, structural sheathing, interior wall bracing, bay framing, window box framing, framing arched openings and stair framing construction. Prerequisite: BCT 106 or instructor permission. Audit available.
BCT 122. Roof Framing I. 3 Credits.
Covers basic roof rafter framing methods currently used in residential construction. Includes calculations used to solve rafter lengths for various roof slopes and spans. Covers rafter nomenclature, layout assembly methods, related codes, material quantity, ceiling joist, collar ties. Includes gable roof, gambrel roof and hip roof framing. Prerequisites: BCT 104 and 106, or instructor permission. Audit available.
BCT 123. Roof Framing II. 3 Credits.
Introduces roof framing Continuing from BCT 122. Covers the calculations necessary to layout, cut and assemble more advanced roofs. Includes intersecting equal pitch valley roofs, eave returns, roof sheathing and bay roof framing. Covers roof truss theory. Audit available.
BCT 125. Chief Architect for Remodelers. 3 Credits.
Introduces the CAD-based software Chief Architect. Develops skills and vocabulary necessary to generate construction drawings and modify existing drawings. Recommended: Blueprint reading and basic computer skills. Audit available.
BCT 127. Residential Concrete. 6 Credits.
Covers residential concrete construction, including layout, footings, foundation walls, slabs, stairs, and the handling and curing of concrete. Explore and use different forming methods and materials to erect a concrete foundation. Prerequisite: BCT 106 or instructor permission. Audit available.
BCT 128. Exterior Finish. 6 Credits.
Covers installation of various exterior siding products, material quantity calculations and labor costs. Includes installation of cedar bevel, cement composite horizontal lap, cedar shingles, fancy cut shingles and cultured stone. Covers ceiling soffits, door, window and corner trims. Introduces roofing including composition, cedar shake and shingle roofing. Covers roof flashings, vents, drip caps and valleys. Prerequisites: BCT 106 or instructor permission. Audit available.
BCT 129. Mechanical Planning for Kitchens and Baths. 4 Credits.
Covers electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems used in residential kitchens and baths. Students will become familiar with the code requirements and restrictions through the examination of remodeling case studies. Students will design general and task lighting systems for kitchens and baths. Audit available.
BCT 130. Construction Safety. 3 Credits.
Requirements for safety on the job site, Occupational Safety and Health Act and other related regulations and legislation, accident prevention and hazard identification and procedures. Audit available.
BCT 132. Revit for Constructors. 3 Credits.
Introduces Revit Architecture software and its applications. Covers the use of the software for architectural design and drafting from the contractor perspective. Audit available.
BCT 133. Commercial Materials and Methods. 3 Credits.
Introduces function and performance characteristics of basic building materials, components, sequences and methods in the construction process. Emphasizes commercial construction. Audit available.
BCT 134. Construction Scheduling. 3 Credits.
Introduces methods used in planning and scheduling construction projects. Emphasizes the development and proper use of construction schedules, Critical path methods and resource and cost loading. Introduces MS Project computer scheduling software to build and monitor schedules. Recommended: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows. Prerequisite: BCT 104 or Instructor permission. Audit available.
BCT 135. Residential Building Codes. 2 Credits.
Introduces land use zoning and international/Oregon residential building codes. Includes selected portions of the code. Prerequisites: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available.
BCT 136. Commercial Building Codes. 2 Credits.
Introduces land use zoning and international Commercial building codes. Includes selected portions of the code. Prerequisites: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available.
BCT 139. Procore. 1 Credit.
Introduces the fundamentals of using Procore to manage drawings, Requests for Information (RFIs), and submittals for paperless construction projects. Recommended: Basic computer skills, basic proficiency with MS Word. Audit available. Prerequisites: BCT 102 or instructor approval.
BCT 150. Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing. 4 Credits.
Covers the principles and applications of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and related building systems used on commercial construction projects. Includes heating, ventilating, air conditioning, plumbing, fire protection, power, lighting, security and related distribution and control systems. Audit available.
BCT 170. Excel for Contractors. 2 Credits.
Introduces the basic features of Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet concepts to design and create accurate professional worksheets for use in the construction industry. Includes entering data, creating formulas, professional formatting, creating charts, creating, sorting, and filtering tables, creating and using templates, and working with functions. Focuses on ways to ensure accuracy including proofreading techniques and critical thinking to determine what data to present and how to present it. Recommended: Placement into (RD 115 and WR 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20. Audit available.
BCT 202C. Business Principles for Construction. 3 Credits.
Explores the fundamental business principles and practices used in managing a residential construction company. Includes establishing objectives in marketing, operations and finance, and the relationship between those business activities and the planning and management methods for achieving objectives. Presents the general legal requirements, accounting and record keeping practices. Audit available.
BCT 203. Interior Finish. 6 Credits.
Drywall: Covers related codes, estimating materials and installation methods in residential drywall. Includes drywall products, tapes, corner beads, joint compounds, textures and patching. Finish Carpentry: Covers material trim installation, estimation of trim quantities and costs. Includes the appropriate miter cuts required and installation of base, casing, crown, wainscot panel molding. Includes interior door installation and window surrounds. Student may not receive credit for both BCT 203 and BCT 224 or BCT 226. Prerequisite: BCT 106 or instructor approval. Audit available.
BCT 204B. Construction Estimating - Residential. 3 Credits.
Introductory class in construction estimating concentrating on basic residential estimating techniques. Using plans for a small house, students will learn how to organize and prepare estimates, quantity take-off and pricing, and fundamentals of bid assembly. Prerequisite: BCT 102 and BCT 104; or instructor permission. Audit available.
BCT 204C. Construction Estimating - Commercial. 3 Credits.
Introductory class in construction estimating concentrating on basic commercial estimating techniques. Using plans for a light commercial building, students will learn: how to organize and prepare estimates, quantity take-off and pricing, and the fundamentals of bid assembly. Prerequisites: BCT 102 and BCT 104; or instructor permission Audit available.
BCT 206. Sustainable Construction Practices. 3 Credits.
Introduces the environmental, economical, and human consequences resulting from conventional building practices and the need for sustainable design and construction. Audit available.
BCT 207. Construction Accounting. 3 Credits.
Presents double-entry accounting related to the construction industry. Covers accounting cycle, including journalizing, posting to the general ledger, bank reconciliations, accounts receivable, inventory, payroll, and preparation of financial statements. Audit available.
BCT 208. Introduction to Lean for Constructors. 1 Credit.
Introduces Lean Flow management tools as they apply in the construction industry. Explores software tools used for construction documents, active project management, human resource management, tool management, and job site management strategies utilizing the Lean methodology. Introduces Lean Flow and Six Sigma methodologies. Prerequisites: BCT 100 or instructor permission. Audit available.
BCT 211. Remodeling. 6 Credits.
Presents residential remodeling construction strategies and processes commonly encountered by remodelers. Covers obtaining building permits, as well as hands-on remodeling projects involving (but not limited to) framing, concrete, interior and exterior finish, and basic electrical, plumbing and mechanical ventilation. Prerequisites: BCT 102, BCT 104 and BCT 106 or instructor approval. Audit available.
BCT 213. Commercial Printreading. 3 Credits.
Covers typical commercial and civil construction plans and practices. Presents skills for print reading and applying knowledge to commercial construction projects. Prerequisite: BCT 102 or instructor permission based on industry experience in print reading. Audit available.
BCT 214. Advanced Construction Estimating. 3 Credits.
Advanced estimating for larger scale projects. Discussion of labor rates, specifications, budget estimating, assemble of bids bidding procedures, including use of computer estimating software. Prerequisite: BCT 204C or instructor permission. Audit available.
BCT 216. Cabinetry I. 2 Credits.
Focuses on materials, hardware and techniques used to build industry standard cabinetry. Covers productive uses and safe operation of hand and power tools as well as equipment and machinery used for the production of cabinetry. Generate shop drawing and subsequently machine, mill and assemble a cabinet complete with plastic laminate countertop. Audit available.
BCT 217. Cabinetry II. 2 Credits.
Covers more advanced forms of cabinet construction and joinery such as doweling, box joints, dovetail joints and lock shoulders. Machining and assembly of the five piece door will be covered. An instructor designed cabinet project will supply the frame work for learning experience. Prerequisite: BCT 216 or BCT 219. Audit available.
BCT 218. Woodworking Projects. 2 Credits.
Designed for independent work on cabinet projects. Students are required to present shop drawings for instructor approval before beginning. Students must supply their own materials. Instructor will evaluate student knowledge of hand and power tool safety at first class meeting to determine whether skill level is appropriate for independent work. Audit available.
BCT 219. Cabinetmaking I. 6 Credits.
Learners will become familiar with the skills, materials, hardware and equipment necessary to produce industry standard cabinets. Students will learn and demonstrate the safe use of cabinetmaking hand and power tools. Students will draw shop drawings and estimate materials for cabinetmaking jobs. Learners will develop cabinetmaking skills by constructing instructor designed cabinet projects. Audit available.
BCT 221. Construction Law for the Contractor. 3 Credits.
Introduces basic principles of construction law used in managing construction contracts. Gain working knowledge of construction law principles through examination of case studies. Audit available.
BCT 222. Engineering for Constructors. 3 Credits.
Presents the fundamentals of analysis and design of structural systems used in buildings to students with limited technical training. Introduces basic contemporary structural systems in masonry, steel, concrete and wood. Covers determination of support forces, bending moments, shear, strengths, properties of materials, loads and dimensional properties. Prerequisites: BCT 104, 102 or instructor approval. Audit available.
BCT 223. Finished Stair Construction. 3 Credits.
Covers the material estimation and installation of both open and closed interior residential staircases. Includes newel posts, balustrades, handrails/guardrails, shoerails and tread caps. Emphasizes the methods used to construct finish stairs and relevant building codes. Prerequisites: BCT 106 or instructor permission. Audit available.
BCT 225. Construction Project Management. 3 Credits.
Introduces management concepts and techniques used on construction projects. Includes planning, scheduling, project organization, communications, cost control. Covers project/contract administration, and project close out. Audit available.
BCT 226. Finish Carpentry. 2 Credits.
Covers techniques and methods used to hang and install interior doors, install door hardware; measure, cut and install base trim, casing, crown molding wainscoting and various interior window trim treatments; and in plastic laminate countertop fabrication. Covers estimating techniques used to establish labor and material costs associated with finish carpentry. A student may not receive credit for both the BCT 223, 224 and 226 series and BCT 203. Audit available.
BCT 229. Introduction to Kitchens and Baths. 4 Credits.
Explores the history and trends of the kitchen and bath industry. Focuses on basic kitchen & bath layouts and specification of specialized equipment, materials and surfaces required for safe and functional kitchens & baths. Includes cabinet systems, appliances, equipment and surfacing materials. Prerequisite: ARCH 110 or instructor approval. Audit available.
BCT 244. Kitchen and Bath Cabinet Installation. 2 Credits.
Students will learn professional installation methods of kitchen and bath cabinetry. Room preparation, cabinet layout cabinet storage, cabinet and countertop installation, appliance installation, moldings will be covered. Customer relations and job site management techniques will be explored. Audit available.
BCT 280A. Cooperative Education: Building Construction. 1-12 Credit.
Provides on-the-job building construction training at a department-designated worksite, giving students experience in real work conditions and helping determine career choices. Required: A minimum of 12 Credits of BCT Courses. Prerequisites: Department permission required.
BCT 280C. Cooperative Education BCT Design/Build Remodeling. 1-5 Credit.
Provides on-the-job design/build remodeling training at a department-designated worksite, giving students experience in real work conditions and helping determine career choices. Required: A minimum of 12 credits of BCT courses. Prerequisites: Department permission required.