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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.
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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Note: A student must complete either 2 – 1 year programs or 1 -- 2 year program, plus take these general studies classes in order to be awarded an Associate in Applied Science degree. Technical courses can be no more than 5 years old.
| First Semester | Credits | |
| BTT105 | General Safety for the Building Trades | 1 |
| BTT106 | Introductory Craft Skills | 3 |
| BTT109 | Carpentry Basics | 4 |
| BTT111 | Roof Framing | 3 |
| BTT119 | Floors, Walls, & Ceiling Framing | 4 |
| BTT121 | Residential Concrete Construction | 2 |
| Total for First Semester | 17 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| BTT155 | Residential Interior Finish Carpentry | 5 |
| BTT159 | Windows, Doors, & Stairs | 3 |
| BTT170 | Painting, Finishing, & Decorating | 4 |
| CST105 | Industrial Computer Applications | 2 |
| Total for Second Semester | 14 | |
| Total Credits for Certificate | 31 |
