Integrated Residential Builder A.A.S.
Our Integrated Residential Builder A.A.S degree program is a holistic response to climate change, energy poverty and the disappearance of our natural resources. We train our students to use building science, renewable energy and a whole house systems approach to construction, while preserving our Ojibwe core values. The IRB program builds upon the Residential Carpentry diploma and is geared towards those who are interested in a multidiscipline approach to construction. Graduates of the IRB A.A.S. program will have working knowledge of a variety of sustainable energy technologies including solar, permaculture design, building envelope, and heating/cooling system alternatives.
Graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate the proper use of hand and power tools.
- Estimate amount of material needed to complete building projects.
- Layout a building site and construct exterior wall sections and roofing according to a building plan.
- Install walls and ceilings, doors and trim, and cabinets and special built-ins according to building plan.
- Evaluate the most appropriate building science applications to a building project.
Integrated Residential Builder careers may include:
- Construction Laborers and Helpers
- Carpenters Union
- Journeyman Apprenticeships
- Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers and Tapers
- Flooring Installers and Tile Setters
- Wood Products/Wood Manufacturing
- Building Contractor/Entrepreneur
- Masonry Workers
- Furniture and Cabinet Manufacurer
- Building Systems Analyst
- Weatherization Technician
- Welder Certification
- Solar Installer Certification
- Green Technology Technician
60 Credits
Integrated Residential Builder Program of Study
| General Education Courses: 14 credits | Cr. | Pre-Req | Term | CK | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| * | EDU 140 | Professional Skills Development | 3 | Spring | |||||
| FOR 101 | Introduction to Forestry | 3 | Spring | ||||||
| * | MATH 100 | Technical Math | 4 | MATH 094 | Fall | ||||
| OJI 101 | Speaking Ojibwe I | 4 | FA/SP | ||||||
| Integrated Residential Builder Program Requirements: 45-47 credits | Cr. | Pre-Req | Term | CK | |||||
| * | BLTD 100 | Construction Codes | 1 | Spring | |||||
| * | BLTD 110 | Blueprint Reading and Construction Estimating | 2 | Spring | |||||
| * | BLTD 114 | Construction Safety | 2 | Interm. | |||||
| * | CARP 112 | Welding I | 2 | Interm. | |||||
| * | CARP 114 | Framing Sustainable Design I | 5 | Fall | |||||
| * | CARP 116 | Foundation & Footing Design | 3 | Fall | |||||
| * | CARP 120 | Interior & Exterior Finishes | 5 | Spring | |||||
| CARP 200 | Weatherization Applications in Building | 2 | Fall | ||||||
| CARP 206 | Framing Sustainable Design II | 3 | Spring | ||||||
| CARP 214 | 3D Layout for Shop & Construction | 2 | Interm. | ||||||
| CARP 216 | Woodworking | 2 | Interm. | ||||||
| CARP 226 | Framing Sustainable Design III | 3 | Fall | ||||||
| CARP 297 | Carpentry Internship | 1-3 | Interm. | ||||||
| * | ENER 150 | Introduction to Renewable Energy | 3 | Fall | |||||
| ENER 160 | Sustainable Landscape Design & Site Planning | 3 | Spring | ||||||
| ENER 200 | Residential Mechanical Systems | 3 | Spring | ||||||
| ENER 210 | Introduction to Solar Energy | 3 | Fall | ||||||
| Non-Course Requirement | |||||||||
| * | CPR & First Aid | □ Met □ Not Met | |||||||
| Total= | 59-61 Credits | ||||||||
* Complete these courses for the Residential Carpentry diploma.
Please note that some of the pre-req’s may be completed based on competency.
