Building Technology

The Building Technology program offers a 48 credit technical certificate that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to address maintenance of a building's function and service within a variety of structures - commercial and residential. Instruction includes basic theory and hands-on experience in electrical, carpentry, plumbing and heating ventilation and air conditioning. Upon completion, graduates are qualified for employment in the construction and maintenance of hospitals, motels, apartment complexes, schools, and other businesses. Students also have the opportunity to earn EPA Section 608 Certification.

Full time students can complete the program in one year. Part time, including high school students, can
complete the program in four semesters. Students who successfully complete the program may be eligible to
complete their associate's degree at Washburn University.

The program consists of the following courses:

• Basic Electricity
• Basic Electrical Lab
• Basic Carpentry
• Basic Carpentry Lab
• Plumbing Basics
• Plumbing Basics Lab
• HVAC
• HVAC Lab
• Workplace Skills
• Building Technology On the Job Training

Program Syllabus -PDF

Program Flyer - PDF

Gainful Employment Disclosure

For more program, enrollment, and course schedule information please contact Student Services.
Financial Aid is available to those who qualify.
Washburn Institute of Technology  5724 SW Huntoon St. Topeka KS 66604   785.228.6325 or 877.588.7140

It is the policy of Washburn Institute of Technology to assure equal employment and educational opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, color, sex ,age, ancestry, marital or parental status, disability, religion, national origin or sexual orientation/gender identity. Contact:Carol Vogel, Morgan Hall, Room 380A, Washburn University (785-670-1509) carol.vogel@washburn.edu