These programs are for the student who wishes to enter a building trades (construction or maintenance) career field. They provide entry-level, industry-validated, hands-on training that prepares the student to enter and be successful in the job market.
Studies in the Craftsman Trades AAS degree program include basic shop skills, electrical wiring, plumbing, painting and refinishing (interior and exterior), welding, estimating, blueprint reading, air conditioning/heating and carpentry to include roofing, flooring, walls, doors and windows, and cabinets.
The AAS degree program includes additional academic courses. The Building Trades program includes studies in basic shop skills, all aspects of carpentry, masonry and concrete, electrical wiring, plumbing, painting and refinishing, estimating and cabinetry. Specialization (carpentry, plumbing, electrical wiring, masonry, cabinetry, etc.) or update training is available in either program. Interactive computer-aided training is used to enhance some courses.
NOTE: Level I certificates are designed for the student who wishes to specialize in a "selected" area of the building trades industry.
You must see a Skills Center Counselor before enrollment.
Degrees & Certificates | Delivery Mode |
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Craftsman Trades (AAS) 60 credit hours, two years full-time |
Central Campus Day |
Building Trades (CC) Self-Paced Level II 48 credit hours, three semesters full time |
Central Campus Day |
Carpentry Trades (CC) Self-Paced Level I 19 credit hours |
Central Campus Day |
Construction Trades (CC) Self-Paced Level I 16 credit hours |
Central Campus Day Other U.S. Locations |
Residential Construction (CC) 31 credit hours |
Brady Campus Only |
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CBFM | ELPT |
CNBT | MBST |
CRPT | PFPB |
WDWK |
The instructional staff has an average of 34 years of field and teaching experience. Their technical expertise is kept current by attending update seminars, trade shows and manufacturer training.
Central Texas College provides accessible, equitable and quality educational opportunities that promote student success, completion and employability.
Central Texas College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Central Texas College may also offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Central Texas College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
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