Earn a Certificate Degree in Building Systems Technician

With our industry-driven certificate degree in Building Systems Technician, students learn the foundations of Facilities Management, HVAC, Basic Electricity, Basic Maintenance, Basic Plumbing, Controls, and Troubleshooting.

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Why Pursue an Certificate Degree in Building Systems Technician

With the one-year Blue Ridge CTC Certificate degree in Building Systems Technician, students will obtain the knowledge to perform the tasks associated with running and maintaining a commercial building. The degree lets students:

    • Learn industry-specific skills focused on HVAC Systems and Troubleshooting, Basic Plumbing and Electrical, and Facilities Maintenance. Great background for Data Center Technicians.
    • Develop a solid foundation required for Facility Maintenance Technician, Building Service Technician, HVAC Technician.
    • Get practical exposure through hands-on classroom training and internships.
    • Get guidance from faculty members meant for career advancement or further studies.

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Projected General Building Maintenance and Repair 4% growth, Heating Air Conditioning Refrigeration Mechanics 8% growth, Experienced First-line Supervisor Mechanics Installers and Repairers 3% growth between 2021 to 2030as compiled by BLS.!

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Become Career Ready With an Certificate Degree in Building Systems Technician

Can you see yourself as a successful Building Systems Technician? Our Certificate Degree in Building Systems Technician teaches students in-demand skills through an industry-focused curriculum required to enter the Building Systems Technician Workforce.

Throughout this program, students learn the latest workforce-ready technical skills, knowledge, competencies, and professional aptitude required in day-to-day as a Building Systems Technician

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What Will You Learn - Curriculum Overview

With a Blue Ridge CTC Certificate degree in Building Systems Technician, students learn hands-on skills necessary to Manage and Maintain commercial facilities.

This program delivers students practical understanding of Commercial Building Systems ( HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Controls, and Facilities Maintenance. The curriculum helps students to:

    • HVAC Systems Maintenance
    • Data Center Technicians
    • Troubleshooting
    • Plumbing and Electrical
    • Preventative Maintenance

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Worried About Financing? Many Options Exist for Financial Aid.

Blue Ridge CTC provides need-based financial aid to qualified applicants, ensuring all students have equal access to a quality education.

Whether you are a student worrying about tuition fees or are a parent assisting a child pay for college, we have a wide variety of financial resources available.

    • State and Federal Grant Programs
    • Student Work-Study Opportunities
    • Student Loans
    • Special Grant Funding Opportunities
    • Blue Ridge CTC Foundation Scholarship opportunities

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Have questions about the Building Systems Technician Program? We can help!

Admission requirements to earn an associate degree in Building Systems Technician include a high school diploma or equivalent and a complete application packet. Students who have earned credits at other Colleges or Universities must also provide official copies of those transcripts.
To choose a suitable associate degree in Building Systems Technician, you must consider the time to complete, cost of tuition, and quality of the instruction provided. If you need additional insight into career options, consider a free career inventory assessment before exploring course options that align with personal and professional interests.
This degree is a good option for students who want to build a strong foundation for starting or advancing in their career in their chosen Building Systems Technician discipline. After pursuing an Certificate Degree in Building Systems Technician, students may seek direct workforce entry positions and are qualified for many lucrative career opportunities available in the local economy. The program incorporates real-world skills and content-specific knowledge needed to land well-paying jobs.
Students do not require ACT or SAT scores to qualify. Students may need ACT or SAT scores, or free placement testing to qualify for courses such as English, Math, or Chemistry. Placement testing can be scheduled at any time during the application process.

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Note: All salary projections are based on the current position and educational needs. BRCTC cannot guarantee that job titles or the projections given will be the salaries students or graduates will ultimately receive. Two year completion is approximate and based on full-time enrollment. Student testimonials, income statements, and examples on the College website are the results of real students. These testimonials are not intended to guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results. Each individual’s success depends on his or her desire, commitment, dedication, and motivation to pursue academic and workforce opportunities. Testimonials are not intended to create a contract between a student and the College.

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