Building Construction Technology

About

The mission of the Building Construction Tech­nology is to provide theory and hands-on train­ing that will qualify students for employment or advancement in building construction. The Building Construction Technology program provides the student with the fundamentals of carpentry, residential electrical wiring, residential plumbing, and block and brick laying.  Instruction methods include classroom lecture, audio-visuals, and extensive live work projects on actual construction projects. 

Overview

Information Detail
Time Commitment Full Time, Part Time
Typical Program Length 20 Months
Clock Hours 2,160
Class Type Day
Credentials Certificate, Diploma
Total Tuition/Fees $9,093.00
Textbook/Supplies Cost $1,893.00

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Electrician Helper432Certificate
Carpenter Helper432Certificate
Plumber Helper432Certificate
Carpenter1296Diploma
General Construction2160Diploma

Campus Locations

Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Livingston
740 Hi Tech Drive
Livingston, TN 38570

Curriculum/Courses

First Trimester: 
BCT 0001 Worker Characteristic
BCT 1011 Safety
BCT 1012 Technology Foundations
BCT 1020 Construction Math & Measure
BCT 1031 Tools and Materials
BCT 1040 Career Skills
BCT 1050 Plans Codes and Layout
Carpenter Helper Certificate - 432 Hours
Second Trimester: 
BCT 0002 Worker Characteristic
BCT 2010 Framing
BCT 2020 Drying In
Third Trimester: 
BCT 0003 Worker Characteristic
BCT 3010 Interior Systems
BCT 3020 Finish Carpentry
BCT 3030 Masonry
Carpenter Diploma - 1296 Hours
Fourth Trimester: 
BCT 0004 Worker Characteristic
BCT 4010 Project Management I
BCT 4020 Plumbing Safety and Tools
BCT 4030 Pressure Systems
BCT 4040 Drain, Waste and Vent
Fifth Trimester: 
BCT 0005 Worker Characteristic
BCT 5010 Project Management II
BCT 5020 Electrical Safety and Tools
BCT 5030 Electrical Rough In
BCT 5040 Electrical Finish
General Construction Diploma - 2160 Hours

Instructors

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