Construction Technology The program will prepare men and women for careers in Connecticut's growing residential construction industry. This program will provide students with basic and advanced skills in the area of residential construction and also offer skilled workers who are currently in the field of construction an opportunity for advancement by exploring the following: Students will gain knowledge in: Building systems such as floor, wall and roof framing techniques Construction safety meeting OSHA guidelines Interior and exterior finishing systems including windows, doors, gypsum board, flooring, stair structures, insulation, and exterior siding. Steel and wood framing systems Tools and materials used in the construction industry Developing a bill of materials and cost estimation Additional courses required for degree program: Reading and understanding construction drawings using the techniques associated with mechanical drafting, and CAD Developing reports, proposals, manuals, memos, and other workplace documents Contrasting and comparing materials to determine what is best for a given application