Residential Construction
at Delgado Community College
New Orleans Catalog
About
The Residential Construction C.T.S. program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to layout, fabricate, erect, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures using hand and power tools. The program also includes instruction in areas such as common systems of framing, construction materials, estimating, blueprint reading, and finish carpentry techniques.
Takes
2 Years
Costs
$2.5k
Leads to
$56.4k careers
Example Career
Carpenters
Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.
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Hourly Wage
$37,440
$56,350
$94,580
$18
$27.09
$45.47
Is this a career path I'll enjoy?
Graduates of Delgado's Residential Construction program can pursue entry-level positions as carpenters or construction technicians in the residential construction industry. Starting wages typically range from $16 to $25 per hour, depending on location.
What skills and credentials will I gain?
Credentials: Graduates earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Residential Construction.
Courses of Interest:
- Framing and Roofing
- Blueprint Reading
- Building Codes and Safety
Admissions
In order to sit for the national certification exam, you must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent; therefore, it's recommended you have this within 6 months of enrolling for this course. To participate in the retail externships, you must apply and fulfill all state and local pharmacy requirements. This will include a background check and drug test. There is no guarantee for externship placement.
Contact
Who do I contact?
Delgado Community College
615 City Park Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70119