Building Construction Technology

Build A Bright Future in the Construction Industry

The Building Construction Technology program at Western Piedmont Community College gives you training in basic construction concepts and techniques plus the opportunity to develop skills in areas such as electrical wiring, plumbing, construction materials, HVAC, solar technology, and green building.

You will learn how to read blueprints, estimate costs of construction, and how to manage projects, plus have hands-on training in various styles of construction while you are enrolled in the program

So where can I work?

An Associate in Applied Science Degree in Building Construction Technology from WPCC is a 2-year program that prepares you for an entry-level position in any general construction setting. You could qualify for management positions such as supervisor, superintendent, project coordinator, project planner, estimator, or inspector as your career progresses.

Our certificate programs in carpentry and construction trades provide opportunities to rapidly get skills to find a job or improve your knowledge on specific topics in the construction industry. The Light Construction Diploma is a 1-year program that gives you the basics you need for a job in the construction industry.