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In addition to university General Education requirements, the curriculum in the Building Construction Technology major builds upon a foundation of introductory mathematics, chemistry, physics, and computer literacy. BCT requirements include courses in natural resources and fundamental courses in building materials technology, energy conservation, computer-aided design, structural design, business and construction management, and building product technology. The remainder of each student’s program includes electives in areas such as engineering or business according to the individual’s career objectives and chosen curriculum option. The functioning student organization is the University of Massachusetts Student Chapter of the National Association of Home Builders. Students frequently continue to advanced study at the master’s or doctoral level. However, most graduates accept employment immediately.

Requirements
In addition to the university General Education requirements, the Building and Construction Technology major requires completion of the following:
CHEM 110 General Chemistry
MATH course with R2 designation
NRC 100 Environment and Society
PHYSICS 131, 133 Introductory Physics I with Lab
PHYSICS 132, 134 Introductory Physics II with Lab
RES-ECON 102 Introduction to Resource Economics or
ECON 103 Introduction to Microeconomics
ECON 104 Introduction to Macroeconomics
NATRES&E 397A Junior Writing Course
NRC 492 Verbal Communication Skills
BCT 204 Construction Methods and Materials
BCT 211 Energy Efficient Housing
BCT 220 Introduction to CAD in Construction and Architecture
BCT 304 Properties of Wood
BCT 313 Light-Frame Structure Technology
BCT 314 Architectural Blueprint Reading and Estimating
BCT 352 Building Materials and Forest Products Marketing
BCT 353 The Business of Building
BCT 420 Advanced Topics in CAD
BCT 492B Building Materials Seminar
BCT 530 Mechanics of Building Materials for Construction
BCT 540 Design of Wood Structures