The Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education authorizes Miles Community College to award Certificates and Associate of Applied Science Degrees to students who complete the curriculum in Building Technology. Outside of the Billings area, southeastern Montana does not have access to training or apprenticeship programs in the construction industry. Only one Montana institution, Blackfeet Community College, offers an associate degree in construction technology. Faster than average growth is projected for drywallers and painters, while slower growth is projected for masons and plumbers. In all trades, reduced demand due to productivity gains is offset by high turnover.
Demand is cyclical and varies by region.
The Certificate Program will offer coursework that includes hands-on involvement in the construction of a residential home. The Associate Degree Program will require completion of the same courses as the Certificate and will also offer advanced study for students interested in the business aspects of building construction. In both programs, students will be involved in all phases of construction, including masonry, rough and finish carpentry, plumbing, electrical wiring, roofing, drywalling, installation of doors and cabinets, and completing interior trim. Return to beginning of document. Return to Board of Regents' home page.