Building Construction

Build your future in industry-driven labs.

Residential Construction Technology and Management

Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)

Building Construction Technology

Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)

Concrete Science Technology

Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)

Concrete Technician I

Competency Credential

Concrete Technician II

Competency Credential

Whether you’re drawn to the technology behind the trade or have an interest in rising to management, there’s an opportunity waiting for you.

From residential and commercial building to concrete science and sustainable design, the School of Engineering Technologies offers a number of in-demand career tracks.

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Residential Construction Technology and Management (B.S.)

Master the hands-on and leadership skills it takes to successfully construct residential buildings and efficiently manage the process.

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Building Construction Technology (A.A.S.)

Plan, design, and execute homes and smaller-scale commercial buildings. This associate's program pulls together specialized building construction skills and business essentials.

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Concrete Science Technology (A.A.S.)

Learn the scientific makeup and properties of various types of concrete. Explore admixtures, and recommend a balance that meets project demands.

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Concrete Technician I (Competency Credential)

Explore the technical aspects of concrete materials, processing methods, tools, safety, and application procedures.

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Concrete Technician II (Competency Credential)

Build on the Concrete Technician I certificate by adding in-depth skills specific to codes, testing, repair, and conflict resolution.

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Minors & Immersions

Pair a minor with any bachelor's degree, or an immersion with any bachelor's or associate's degree.

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Seeing is believing.

Think Penn College might be a good fit for you? Make plans to visit and discover what hands-on learning is all about.

Mar 1

Undergraduate Open House

Saturday, March 19 AM - 3 PM

Apr 6

Undergraduate Open House

Sunday, April 69 AM - 3 PM

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When you study at Penn College, your instructors will do more than know your name. They'll get to know you. Experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your success, Penn College faculty are here to support your academic journey.

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Penn College News

10.28.2024

Two 'pop-up' employer info tables set this week

For Penn College students seeking job or internship opportunities, Career Services has scheduled two Pop-Up Employer Information Tables on campus this week: On Monday, Oct. 28, Letterkenny Army Depot is hosting a table in the Hager Lifelong Education Center lobby (outside of KDR) from 10 am to 2 pm. On Wednesday, Oct. 30, Friends in Action is hosting a table in the Carl Building Technologies Center hallway from 10 am to 2 pm.

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10.19.2024

'Build My Future' opens doors to explore

More than 700 students from 20 area high schools and career and technology education centers attended Penn College’s fifth PA Build My Future event on Thursday to discover what a career in the construction industry might look like. Faculty and students in Penn College’s construction and architecture division were joined by 25 industry partners to provide hands-on demonstrations and activities.

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10.17.2024

Construction company to host 'pop-up' Monday

A. Pickett Construction, Inc. has scheduled a Pop-Up Employer Information Table for Monday, Oct. 21, in the Carl Building Technologies Center at Pennsylvania College of Technology. The company is recruiting carpenter helpers, carpenters, assistant HVAC technicians, assistant business administrators, assistant project managers and assistant estimators. Interested students should bring their resumes.

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Industry Partners

Work with experts to become an expert

Penn College's strong corporate partnerships impact every step of your journey – from your first day in the classroom and labs, to career placement (oftentimes before graduation) and beyond.