Building Technology Specialist Program
Division of Technical Studies
Program Mission
The mission of the Building Technology Specialist Program is to provide students with a basic core of specialized instruction and shop experience to prepare them for employment in the building trades in a global economy.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the Building Technology Specialist Program will be able to:
- Estimate materials from a project blueprint utilizing construction mathematics.
- Wire and troubleshoot electrical circuits in residential buildings.
- Install and maintain plumbing systems utilizing appropriate equipment, materials, and techniques.
- Construct and install various styles of cabinetry with accuracy and workmanship.
- Construct and install common building structures utilizing basic concepts and applications of carpentry.
Student achievement related to Program Learning Outcomes is assessed systematically and results are made available on the Program Review webpage.
Campuses/Sites Offered:
- Rayburn Correctional Center (Angie)
- Sullivan Campus (Bogalusa)
Technical Diploma in Building Technology Specialist
The following criteria must be satisfied towards completion of the Technical Diploma:
Code | Title | Hours |
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BLDG 1110 | Introduction & Safety | 1 |
BLDG 1120 | Applied Bldg Technology Math | 3 |
BLDG 1130 | Communication & Emp Skills | 2 |
BLDG 1140 | Blueprint Reading | 2 |
BLDG 1150 | Hand/Power Tools | 3 |
BLDG 1210 | Carpentry | 6 |
BLDG 1220 | Masonry/Ceramic Tile | 6 |
BLDG 1310 | Electricity | 6 |
BLDG 1331 | Drywall | 5 |
BLDG 1410 | Plumbing I | 6 |
BLDG 1420 | Cabinetmaking | 6 |
Total Hours | 46 |
Additional Exit Points
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Technical Studies
The highest exit point in the Building Technology Specialist program is the Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies. To qualify, students must complete the General Education Core and the Technical Diploma (TD) in Building Technology Specialist. Requirements for exit points and completion are outlined below.
Code | Title | Hours |
---|---|---|
General Education Core | 15 | |
Technical Diploma in Building Technology Specialist | 46 | |
Total Hours | 61 |
Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS) in Construction Specialist:
Code | Title | Hours |
---|---|---|
BLDG 1110 | Introduction & Safety | 1 |
BLDG 1120 | Applied Bldg Technology Math | 3 |
BLDG 1130 | Communication & Emp Skills | 2 |
BLDG 1140 | Blueprint Reading | 2 |
BLDG 1150 | Hand/Power Tools | 3 |
BLDG 1210 | Carpentry | 6 |
BLDG 1220 | Masonry/Ceramic Tile | 6 |
Total Hours | 23 |
Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS) in Electrical A/C Specialist:
Code | Title | Hours |
---|---|---|
BLDG 1110 | Introduction & Safety | 1 |
BLDG 1120 | Applied Bldg Technology Math | 3 |
BLDG 1130 | Communication & Emp Skills | 2 |
BLDG 1140 | Blueprint Reading | 2 |
BLDG 1150 | Hand/Power Tools | 3 |
BLDG 1310 | Electricity | 6 |
BLDG 1320 | A/C & Refrigeration | 6 |
Total Hours | 23 |
Career and Technical Certificate (CTC) in Plumbing Helper:
Code | Title | Hours |
---|---|---|
BLDG 1410 | Plumbing I | 6 |
Total Hours | 6 |
Special Comments:
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Anticipated program length for the completion of the highest level exit point is 2 years.
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Program requirements must be completed with a programmatic grade point average of 2.0 or higher and grade of "C" or higher in all applicable coursework.
Career Information
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