Construction Technology, A.S.C.T.

The Construction Technology program offers its students a unique opportunity to gain academic and on-the-job training experiences. The program is designed to prepare graduates for positions within many areas of the construction industry. These positions generally include carpenters, lead-positions for framing and finish carpentry, supervisory management, sales, material estimating, and job costing. Many graduates seek employment in related fields of the construction industry. This typically includes positions for building material suppliers and other supporting industries.

Construction Technology graduates may seek direct employment within the construction industry, or may choose to pursue the 8008 B.S. in Technology (Construction Management concentration), or transfer to one of several baccalaureate institutions. The Construction Technology program networks with many professional organizations including the INDIANA BUILDERS ASSOCIATION (affiliated with the National Association of Home Builders) and the Midwest Building Suppliers Association (affiliated with the National Lumber and Building Materials Dealers Association)

The Construction Technology program offers the associate of science degree.

Students will be exposed to many facets of the construction industry including:

• Construction safety
• Framing
• Electrical wiring
• Finishing carpentry
• Construction material takeoff
• Construction labor rating and pricing
• Architectural drafting and print reading
• Internship opportunities