How do I find out if enough students registered for my class to “make” and not be canceled?

If 60% of the available seats are filled, then the class will “make”.

What if I register then need to drop or withdraw, including after class has started?

To drop or withdraw, you must complete certain steps. If you simply don’t attend classes without completing the required steps, you will receive an F for the course.

Why is it important to attend the first class?

It is VERY important to attend the first class. Many of the classes have waiting lists; if you miss the first class and have not contacted the instructor, you will be dropped and your place given to a student on the wait list (find the instructor through the schedule & contact the instructor). Also, many instructors discuss how to perform the necessary math calculations during the first class (how to convert between fractions and decimals, how to calculate cubic yards, square feet, the pitch of a roof and many other calculations related to the subject).

What order should classes be taken in?

Please refer to the degree and certificate plans for suggested order of classes.

Does BCT offer Advising?

Yes, please visit our advising page for both the Faculty Advisors and a presentation from our department

What tools should I bring to class?

Examples of tools that students are expected to provide. These are available at home improvement and hardware stores. Most classes use the same tools. A few classes require additional tools; those are listed below.

Note: protective eye wear must be ANSI 87 compliant. These are easily available at hardware stores.

Standard Tools:

• Measuring Tape – 1″ blade recommended; architectural scale (feet/inches) required
• Speed Square
• Hammer
• Toolbelt
• Carpenter Pencils
• Protective Eyewear

Below tools are optional for Construction Methods and Materials; may be required for other classes

• Chisel
• Engineering Square
• Combo Square – 6″ recommended for Cabinet Making classes, 6″ or 12″ optional for Conventional Exterior Finish Systems class
• Cats Paw (aka pry bar)
• Earplugs

I still have questions

For questions about the Building Construction Technology area, first see the Frequently Asked Questions page. If that does not answer your questions, contact one of the instructors.

Questions about ACC beyond Building Construction Technology

Student Academic and Career Planning Support – ACC offers the advantage of a wide range of support services. State-of-the-art learning labs and hands-on academic help make college more manageable. Additional services are available for military veterans, foster care alum, students on track to transfer to a four-year university, and many others.