Building Trades Construction Worker

Program Description

The Building Trades Construction Worker technical diploma program provides theoretical and hands-on applications in developing skills needed to successfully enter the construction/building trades industry. This program goes through the entire process of building a residential and commercial building. Areas of emphasis include building fundamentals; framing and finish carpentry; print reading; thermography; trade-specific mathematics; estimating; building and site layout; plumbing, HVAC, and electrical applications; masonry; carpentry; tool use; computer literacy; first aid; safety; and green practices in the construction field and communications. Graduates may consider entering a state-approved apprenticeship program coordinated through the Department of Workforce Development, Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards or directly enter the construction industry.

Approximate Costs

• $122.20 per credit (resident)
• $183.30 per credit (out-of-state resident)
• *Online students are not charged out-of-state fees.

Program Outcomes

• Apply construction theory to building applications.
• Explore trade opportunities.
• Identify construction materials, applications, and safety procedures.
• Interpret building codes.
• Interpret construction drawings.
• Investigate and apply green construction and energy conservation practices.
• Investigate electrical, plumbing, and HVAC theory and safety.
• Operate construction-related tools.
• Perform construction trades mathematics applications.
• Practice construction safety principles.
• Troubleshoot and maintain small engine operation.
• Use measurement and layout tools.
• Work in a team setting.

Career Opportunities

• Appraisals
• Apprentice Carpenter
• Apprentice Electrician
• Apprentice Plumbing or Mechanical Trades
• Cabinet/Furniture Making
• Careers in Green/Sustainability Industry Including Weatherization
• Construction Estimator
• Residential Home Inspection
• Retail and Wholesale Construction Sales
• Skilled Building Trades Worker

Entrance Scores

Admission Process

• Submit the college admission application.   
• Submit the $30 one-time fee.   
• Submit high school and other official college transcripts.   
• Take the college assessment test (ACCUPLACER, ACT or other). The ACCUPLACER assessment can be taken at MPTC.   
• Meet with Admissions to discuss order of courses and prerequisites (strongly encouraged).   
• Check with Admissions if any additional steps are required.   

Please visit the Admissions page for general information.