2022-23 Virginia Western Academic Catalog and Student Handbook

Dec 04, 2024

2022-23 Virginia Western Academic Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Building Trades Technology Career Studies Certificate

Career Studies Certificate
221-989-00

Purpose: This curriculum is designed to provide students with the basic skills necessary to obtain entry level positions in the construction industry.

Program Objectives: Employment opportunities include positions as entry level workers in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and general construction.

Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet the requirements for admission to credit-level coursework established by the college.

First Semester

SAF 127 - Industrial Safety 2 CR
BLD 110 - Introduction to Construction 3 CR
AIR 121 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I 3 CR
ELE 110 - Home Electric Power 3 CR
HLT 106 - First Aid and Safety 2 CR

Second Semester

BLD 140 - Principles of Plumbing Trade I 3 CR
CIV 135 - Construction Management and Estimating 3 CR
BLD 111 - Blueprint Reading and the Building Code 3 CR

Total Minimum Credits for Degree: 22

* This course has a requisite.

Building Trades Technology Career Studies Certificate

Career Studies Certificate 221-989-00

First Semester

Second Semester

Total Minimum Credits for Degree: 22

Career Studies Certificate
221-989-00