Building Controls Technology Certificate Academic Plan
Total Credits - 28
The Building Controls Technology program is focused on training students to maintain, install, and troubleshoot essential systems in modern buildings. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics including DC/AC electricity, industrial wiring, controls systems, construction materials and systems, and building environmental systems. Students will learn to install, repair, and maintain a building's computer-controlled mechanical and electrical systems, including its heating, ventilation, and air conditioining (HVA), lighting, energy management systems and related components. The program has been designed in partnership with the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) with the goal to train a skilled workforce to help fill the labor shortages in this high-demand career field.
Program Outcomes
- Diagnose root problems to maintain the proper and safe operations of a facility
- Program, configure, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC, lighting, energy management systems and related components
- Use quality and safety standards necessary for the operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems
- Communicate effectively and appropriately with team members
Recommended Course Sequence (Full-Time)
Recommended Course Sequence (Part-Time)
Notes
- * This course requires college level readiness as measured by Accuplacer, ACT, or SAT scores; approved high school course work that is less than five years old; or successful completion of the appropriate college-readiness course.
- Course availability is subject to change.
- Refer to the 2025-2026 catalog for specific requirements and important information about this degree.
- To meet program requirements, students registered for ENG 1031 must also register for ENG 0094 unless they can demonstrate otherwise meeting the ENG 0094 standard through assessment testing, prior college coursework, or recent high school coursework. See an Advisor for details.