Building Construction Technology

Certificate of Completion

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Information based on the 2009-10 DACC Catalog

The certificate in Building Construction Technology is a one-year program that prepares students for entry-level positions within the growing construction industry. Affording much hands-on participation, the curriculum includes safety, basic math skills, blueprint reading, usage of hand and power tools, basic surveying, wood building materials, concrete work, masonry skills, painting, and communication skills.

Students may enroll on a full-time or part-time basis. Many courses are offered in the evening to accommodate students’ work schedules. Students are required to purchase steel-toed boots, at a cost of approximately $75.00, and a set of hand tools, at a cost of approximately $75.00 by the second week of the first Building Construction Technology program course they enroll in.

All Building Construction Technology students are eligible to join SkillsUSA. Membership provides students an opportunity to develop their leadership skills and to become proficient in public speaking and parliamentary procedure. SkillsUSA also offers students a chance to demonstrate their occupational skills. Skill competitions are conducted each year in New Mexico for all postsecondary students.

Additional Graduation Requirements

To receive either an associate degree or a certificate of completion, students are required to obtain a Career Readiness Certificate in the areas of Applied Math, Reading for Information, and Locating Information at the appropriate level for their respective degree option. To facilitate success in obtaining their Career Readiness Certificate students will be required to take between 1 and 3 credits of OETS 102OETS 102: Career Readiness Certification Preparation - 1-3 cr.
This course is designed to prepare students to successfully obtain Career Readiness Certifications in all areas and at the appropriate levels for their program of study. Graded: S/U only., Career Readiness Certification Preparation. Students are strongly encouraged to pursue Career Readiness Certifications in other areas that have been identified for their degree option. A program dvisor
can provide additional information.

Certificate (43-46 credits)

NOTE: Stutents must receive a final grade of C or better in all OEBT, OEMN and OETS courses, and achieve a cumulative grade-point average of at least 2.0.
Courses appearing in italics are identical to those offered at New Mexico State University Las Cruces (main) Campus.

Related Requirements      13-16 Credits

	DRFT 222DRFT 222: Surveying Fundamentals - 3 cr. (2+2P) Elementary surveying and civil drafting theory and techniques for non engineering majors. Includes traverse plotting, site plans, mapping, cross sections, and development of plan and profile drawings. Actual basic field measurement/surveying as well as extensive manual and CAD projects will be assigned. Prerequisites: DRFT 108, DRFT 109, and DRFT 118 or MATH 180. – Surveying Fundamentals	3
	OETS 100OETS 100: Industrial/Construction Safety - 2 cr. Covers safety issues such as PPE, BBP, ladder safety,, RTK, HazCom, MSDS and information about safety organizations such as OSHA, NIOSH, NFPA, National Safety Council. Community Colleges only. – Industrial/Construction Safety	2
	OETS 102OETS 102: Career Readiness Certification Preparation - 1-3 cr. This course is designed to prepare students to successfully obtain Career Readiness Certifications in all areas and at the appropriate levels for their program of study. Graded: S/U only. – Career Readiness Certification Preparation	1-3
	OETS 118OETS 118: Mathematics for Technicians - 3 cr. (2+2P) Analysis and problem solving of technical problems using measuring instruments and techniques of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Prerequisite: CCDM 104N or appropriate placement test score. – Mathematics for Technicians	3
OR OR	Choose OETS 230 or one of the course combinations: OETS 230OETS 230: Technical Management - 4 cr. Study of ethics, codes, regulations, scheduling, policy and procedures. Employee supervision and effective communication techniques. Community Colleges only. – Technical Management COMM 265GCOMM 265G: Principles of Human Communication - 3 cr. Study and practice of interpersonal, small group, and presentational skills essential to effective social, business, and professional interaction. – Principles of Human Communication + BMGT 201BMGT 201: Work Readiness and Preparation - 2 cr. Instruction in methods of selection, seeking, acquiring and retaining employment. Addresses work success skills, business etiquette, employer expectation and workplace norms. Restricted to: Community College campuses only. – Work Readiness and Preparation COMM 265GCOMM 265G: Principles of Human Communication - 3 cr. Study and practice of interpersonal, small group, and presentational skills essential to effective social, business, and professional interaction. – Principles of Human Communication + DRFT 190DRFT 190: Finding and Maintaining Employment - 2 cr. Techniques in self-evaluations, resume writing, application completion, job interviewing, and job retention. Exposure to work ethics, employee attitudes, and employer expectations. – Finding and Maintaining Employment	4-5

Technical Requirements      30 Credits

	OEBT 101OEBT 101: Introduction to Construction I - 2 cr. (2+1P) Basic safety, including personal protective equipment, how to perform basic construction tasks safely, and what to do if an accident occurs. Includes basic construction methods. Prerequisite: working as a plumber's apprentice. – Introduction to Construction I	2
	OEBT 102OEBT 102: Introduction to Construction II - 2 cr. (2+1P) Introduction to power and hand tools, blueprints, and basic rigging hardware and techniques. Prerequisite: working as a plumber's apprentice. – Introduction to Construction II	2
	OEBT 107OEBT 107: Painting I - 4 cr. (2+4P) Types and applications of paints and clear coatings. Use of fasteners, caulks, and sealants. Community Colleges only. – Painting I	4
OR	OEBT 110OEBT 110: Blueprint Reading for Building Trades - 4 cr. (2+4P) Same as DRFT 151, OEET 101, OEPB 110. – Blueprint Reading for Building Trades DRFT 151DRFT 151: Construction Principles and Print Reading - 3 cr. (2+2P) Introduction to construction materials, methods, and basic cost estimating and print reading applicable in today's residential, commercial, and public works industry. Instruction by print reading and interpretation, field trips, and actual job-site visits and progress evaluation. Crosslisted with: OEBT 110 and OEPB 110 – Construction Principles and Print Reading	4
	OEBT 111OEBT 111: Small Equipment Maintenance and Repair - 4 cr. (2+4P) Covers small engine theory, troubleshooting and repair, auto maintenance, hydraulic theory and repair lubricants, batteries and scheduled tool maintenance. Community Colleges only. – Small Equipment Maintenance and Repair	4
	OEBT 112OEBT 112: Basic Masonry - 4 cr. (2+4P) Covers use of brick and concrete blocks; basic techniques for mixing mortar and laying masonry units; describes the hand and power tools used in masonry, including safety; includes mathematics used to perform calculations related to masonry units; explains the types and properties of mortar and the materials used in mixtures. Community Colleges only. – Basic Masonry	4
	OEBT 113OEBT 113: Masonry Level I - 4 cr. (2+4P) Covers all types of concrete and clay masonry units and their applications; covers ties and reinforcing materials; includes layout, set-up, spreading mortar, cutting brick and block, laying to the line, making corners, tooling joints, patches and cleanup. Community Colleges only. – Masonry Level I	4
	OEBT 114OEBT 114: Basic Carpentry - 3 cr. (1+4P) Covers orientation to the trade; wood building materials, fasteners, and adhesives; detailed description and explanations of hand-operated and power tools, including safety; framing basics including laying out and constructing of wood floors, walls and ceilings and includes roughing in of door and window openings. Community Colleges only. – Basic Carpentry	3
	OEBT 115OEBT 115: Carpentry Level I - 3 cr. (1+4P) Describes the various kinds of roofs and provides instructions for lay out of the different roofing systems. Describes the various types of windows, skylights, and exterior doors and provides instruction for installation. Community Colleges only. – Carpentry Level I	3