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Program Description for Building Construction Technology

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Provider Ferris State University - Grand Rapids
Date of last update 8/12/2009
Description This program prepares students for entry-level positions in the construction industry, working on commercial and residential structures. Coursework emphasizes estimating, field layout and hands-on laboratory courses. Technicians need a background in mathematics and physical science as well as a thorough knowledge of construction materials, methods and equipment. The program includes general education courses in English, mathematics, physics, and related courses in materials testing, estimating, plans and specifications, computer applications, framing, mechanical/electrical systems, construction practices and computer-aided design. Graduates of the associate degree program may choose employment with construction companies or may continue study toward a bachelor of science degree in the ACCE-accredited Construction Management program at Ferris. Ferris off-campus programs partner with the local community college to offer various degree programs. Students should plan to take a combination of classes from both their community college and their local Ferris location to complete the degree.
Contact Name Applied Tech. Ctr.
Contact Phone Number (800) 998-3425
Contact URL cpts.ferris.edu/locations
Course Length 64 Hours
Admission Requirements Apply to the University.
Credential Earned Associate's Degree
Other Credential Description None
Sources of Financial Assistance Accepted Individual Training Accounts, Pell Grants, Federal, State & Instit. aid programs
Estimated Waiting Period to Enter Program 0 Days
License Fee for Employment No
Program Cost $19,200
Additional Costs No
Internship/Externship Required No
New Program No
Completion Rate 100.0%
Number of Graduates in the last year 3
Employment Rate Not Available
 
Follow-up information is available for 1 out of 3 graduates:
 
Number Employed: 1
Number in Related Training: 0
Number in the Military: 0
Number Self-Employed: 0
Number not in any of these categories: 0
This training provider may have elsewhere published an employment rate that is measured in a different way. Please call the provider for further details.
Training-Related Placement Rate Not Available
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Average Starting Wage Not Available
 
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