Building Science
Learn skills critical to this booming industry, including project management, framing, inspection and dry wall.
Average earning potential
$66,000
Average completion time
3 years
Career details:
The construction industry is experiencing record growth in our area, and our Building Science Program prepares students to take advantage of growing career opportunities. Students gain hands-on experience ranging from tools and framing to project management.
Skills students will learn:
- Project Management
- Framing
- Inspection
- Dry Wall
Future careers & income opportunities:
| Occupation | Median wage | Avg openings in AL |
|---|---|---|
| Contractor | $66,304 | 70 |
| Building Inspector | $75,000 | 502 |
| Carpenter | $57,164 | 170 |
Post secondary options:
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Associates degrees
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Bachelors degrees
Construction Management
Construction Technology
Dual enrollment courses for high school and college credit:
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First year
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Second year
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Third year
- Construction Basics
- Floors, Walls and Site Preparation
- Floors, Walls and Site Prep Lab
- Construction Basics Lab
- Roof and Ceiling Systems
- Roof and Ceiling Stystems Lab
* Dual Enrollment Courses are offered through Coastal Alabama Community College and allows students to earn a short term certificate in Airframe Technology (CER-AMT) or an Associates of Applied Science (AAS-AMT)