Building Trades Program Overview
- Certificate Program
- 1 Year
- Main Campus - Ironwood
Overview
The Building Trades Certificate Program offers coursework and training designed to provide a wide variety of experience in the building construction fields. The program includes hands on experience during the construction of a residential home.
This program prepares students to take the 60-hour state required pre-licensure Michigan Residential Builders Exam. This exam is required for any student looking to become a licensed contractor.
Unique Features
- MIOSHA Certification
- Employable upon completion
Requirements
- Must be able to lift at least 30 lbs
Courses at Gogebic
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COL 102 | College and Career Success | 1 |
| BLD 101 | Construction Practices I | 5 |
| BLD 102 | Construction Practices II | 5 |
| BLD 201 | Construction Practices III | 5 |
| MTH Elective | MTH 100 or higher or BUS 100 (can be taken either semester) | 3-4 |
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BLD 104 | Plans/Specs/Codes | 3 |
| BLD 120 | Mechanical/Electrical Installation | 5 |
| BLD 205 | Construction Practices IV | 5 |
| EGR 103 OR DWG 105 | CAD Concepts OR Intro to 2D AutoCAD | 2-4 |
| BUS 101 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| Total Credits: 37-40 |
