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Courses and Programs Details
4790 Home and Building Remodeling: Career Associate
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| Students complete the Certificate in Home and Building Remodeling and then they continue their studies for an Associate in Applied Science degree. The degree program delivers advanced training in a wide variety of applications in home and building remodeling. At the same time, students engage in live work activities involving the demolition, remodeling, or restoration of existing structures in the community. To meet the unique career goals, students select advanced technical elective courses that develop specialized skills in such disciplines as exterior finishing, historic preservation, customer service, and air conditioning systems. All course work and laboratory practice will be held at the Harrisburg Campus's Midtown II location. |
| Graduates of the program find employment with local remodeling and construction contractors as Carpenters, Finish Carpenters, Masonry Technicians, Demolition Technicians, HVAC Helpers, Roofers, Siding Installers, and Drywall Installers. |
This curriculum is designed to prepare students to:
- Use basic hand tools and equipment of the trade
- Build, restore, or demolish wooden structures in a home or building
- Read construction blueprints
- Apply proper construction materials and processes
- Prepare a work plan for building, restoring, or demolishing a building
- Demonstrate advanced specialty skills in home and building remodeling
- Work safely in a construction environment
- Demonstrate remodeling skills in live work application
- Write and speak effectively
- Solve math problems related to the trade
- Appreciate accomplishments in arts and sciences
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