Degree Type: Associate of Applied Science Degree, AAS, Certificate, CER
Pathway: Technical and Professional Studies
The Building and Construction degree at Pikes Peak State College teaches you essential skills in building and remodeling, including construction tools, safety and building codes, blueprint reading, site preparation, and more. Our accredited program, certified by the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER), includes internships and mentorships that prepare you for in-demand jobs in commercial or residential construction. You can also choose to specialize in high-paying areas like carpentry, electrical, masonry, and plumbing for focused skill-building and training.
The Building and Construction Technology AAS prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to residential and commercial building construction and remodeling. Emphasis areas for this option include Carpentry, Electrical, Masonry, and Plumbing.
This Carpentry Advanced Applications Certificate introduces the NCCER Carpentry level three and level four for the advanced skills in the construction trades.
This Carpentry Fundamentals Certificate introduces NCCER Carpentry level one and level two foundational carpentry skills, basic residential construction systems, the importance of personal and workplace safety, and the role of carpenters within the construction industry.
This Electrical Advanced Applications Certificate introduces the NCCER Carpentry level three and level four advanced skills for the electrical trades to include load calculations for branch and feeder circuits, conductor selection and calculations for installation, practical applications of lighting, hazardous locations, overcurrent protection, distribution equipment, transformers, commercial electrical services, motor calculations, voice, data, and video systems, and motor controls.
This Electrical Fundamentals certificate introduces the NCCER Electrical level one and level two fundamentals of electrical trades and practices in residential application.
This Masonry Advanced Applications Certificate introduces the NCCER Carpentry level three advanced skills for the masonry trades to include elevated masonry, specialized materials and techniques, repair and restoration, commercial drawings, estimating, site layout, distance measurement and leveling, and stone masonry.
This Masonry Fundamentals Certificate introduces the NCCER Plumbing level one and level two fundamentals of masonry trades and practices in residential application to include the fundamentals of basic masonry materials, equipment and tools, mathematical concepts used to calculate masonry units, specifications, codes, mortar, installation techniques, safety, and the career of masonry.
This Plumbing Advanced Applications Certificate introduces the NCCER Plumbing level three and level four advanced skills for the plumbing trades to include applied math, sizing and protecting the water supply system, potable water Supply treatment, types of venting, sizing Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) and storm systems, sewage sumps and sump pump, corrosive-resistant waste piping, compressed air, and service plumbing.
This Plumbing Fundamentals Certificate introduces the NCCER Plumbing level one and level two fundamentals of plumbing trades and practices in residential application to include common types of piping, their proper fitting, fixtures, distribution systems, construction drawings; plastic, copper, cast-iron, and carbon steel piping; fixtures and faucets; introduction to Drainage, Waste, and Vent (DWV) systems; and water distribution systems.
If you like solving problems, drawing plans for new buildings, and bringing ideas to life, this could be the degree program for you. Career opportunities include architectural and engineering technician, draftsperson, certified document technician, construction project engineer, and sales.
Explore Architecture & Construction Management
With PPSC’s Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC)Technology program, you'll gain hands-on experience with the latest industry tools and techniques. Our program is designed to give you a competitive edge, focusing on energy efficiency and sustainability in homes, businesses, and large facilities.
Explore HVACFaculty Contacts
Jeff StuberConnect with Adivsing
Technical and Professional Studies AdvisingConnect with Admissions
We are here to help you get started and can answer your questions about courses and degree planning