2017-2018 Catalog

Construction and Building Science – Framing and Finishing Specialist (CBFCE)

Award: Certificate of achievement

Pathway to associate degree:  Construction and Building Science - Construction Technology (CBCTO)

Program location: Fort Omaha Campus

This certificate of achievement provides basic framing and finishing skills using measuring devices and teaches the application of hand and power tools. Graduates are employable in large and small construction companies in both framing and finishing.

For more information about educational cost, median loan debt, and other important information related to this program, please visit our website at mccneb.edu/Academics/Programs-of-Study/Construction-Education/Construction-And-Building-Science.aspx.

Graduation Requirements

General education

13.5

Major requirements

40.0

Total credit hours required

53.5

General education requirements (13.5 credit hrs.)

Communications

English level I

4.5 credits

See Communications course options

ENGL 1220 is recommended but may not transfer.

Humanities/social sciences

Humanities/social sciences

4.5 credits

See Humanities/social sciences course options

PSYC 1000 is recommended but may not transfer.

Quantitative/numeracy skills

Mathematics or Financial Literacy

4.5 credits

See Quantitative/numeracy skills course options

MATH 1240 is recommended but may not transfer.

Major requirements for Construction and Building Science – Framing and Finishing Specialist (40.0 credit hrs.)

CNST 1020Blueprint Reading

4.5 credits

CNST 1050Introduction to Carpentry

4.5 credits

CNST 1240Interior Finish and Cabinetry

9.0 credits

CNST 1360Floor, Wall, Stair and Ceiling Framing

9.0 credits

CNST 1370Exterior Finish

6.5 credits

CNST 2360Roof Framing

6.5 credits