Residential Remodeling Technology
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About Residential Remodeling Technology
Residential remodeling has become an essential part of the construction industry. Remodelers add living space to existing homes and retrofit homes to modern conveniences and updated building codes. Remodeling can be done not only for cosmetic purposes but also for structural reasons, as well as to increase the energy efficiency of older homes.
Jobs available in the residential remodeling field include but are not limited to carpenters; painters; drywall and ceiling tile installers; roofers; woodworkers; kitchen and bath remodelers; siding, roofing, and aluminum installers; and flooring specialists.
Upon graduation, students of the Residential Remodeling program will have a number of different opportunities available. In addition to working in their field, graduates will also have the chance to continue their education in areas such as project management, technical education, residential designer, civil engineering, and structural engineering degrees. Advanced opportunities as crew leaders, supervisors, assistant supervisors, superintendents and small business owners may also be possible for graduates of the program.
What you’ll learn
- Understand the history of residential buildings in the 20th and 21st centuries.
- Demonstrate basic carpentry woodworking skills.
- Demonstrate successful use of basic and advanced tools of the profession.
- Read blueprints to lay out projects necessary to complete tasks.
- Calculate material quantities and estimate time allowances for projects using mathematical skills required in the profession.
- Apply remodeling skills necessary for interior, exterior, kitchen, and bathroom projects.
- Operate masonry tools and equipment safely and effectively.
- Complete basic masonry repairs.
- Identify and rectify basic plumbing problems in an existing dwelling.
- Troubleshoot basic electrical circuits found in a dwelling.
- Practice safety in the lab and on-site environments.
- Demonstrate a strong work ethic and the ability to work both independently and as a contributing member of a team.
- Stay current with any new technology or codes related to remodeling.
Sample Job Titles
General remodeling skills may include all phases of carpentry, insulation drywall work, painting and finishing, tile work, roofing, siding, aluminum brake work, trim, electrical work, plumbing work, masonry, bricklaying, reading and interpretation of plans
Carpenters, Construction Laborers, Painters, Construction and Maintenance, Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters, Painters, Construction and Maintenance, Concrete Finishers, Drywall, and Ceiling Tile Installers, Roofers, Helpers—Carpenters, Stonemasons, Woodworkers, All Other Helpers—Electricians,
Tile and Marble Setters, Construction and Related Workers, All Other Plasterers and Stucco Masons,
Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles
Essential Skills Needed
This program requires a variety of foundational skills for students to thrive. Click the button below to view the full list of essential skills you’ll need before enrolling.
Quick facts
Location
Snyder Building, Main Campus
Type of program
Associate Degree
Job/Salary Outlook
See industry data
Length of program
2 years, 73 credits
Cost of program
$4,725/semester tuition
$3,260 – $3,804/semester housing
$2,011 – $2,538/semester meal plan
Tool List: First-year, Second-year (PDF)
Program details
Courses
MODEL SCHEDULE FOR RESIDENTIAL REMODELING TECHNOLOGY
Semester 1
- RMDL 106 – Remodeling Hand and Power Tools (3 credits)
- RMDL 111 – Building Materials (3 credits)
- CARP 157 – Floor, Wall, and Ceiling Framing (3 credits)
- CARP 182 – Blueprint Reading (3 credits)
- MATH 126 – Technical Mathematics I
(OR higher-level math) (3 credits) - ENG 106 – English Composition (3 credits)
Semester 2
- CARP 116 – Building Site and Foundations (3 credits)
- CARP 161 – Stair Construction and Remodeling (2 credits)
- CARP 166 – Roofing & Exterior Finishes (3 credits)
- CARP 178 – Interior & Exterior Finishes (3 credits)
- MATH 132 – Elementary Geometry
(OR higher-level math) (3 credits) - CIS 111 – Intro. to Computer Applications (3 credits)
Semester 3
- RMDL 206 – Remodeling Drafting and Design (3 credits)
- RMDL 210 – Demolition and Stabilization (2 credits)
- RMDL 216 – Estimating and Scheduling (3 credits)
- RMDL 221 – Remodeling and Electro-Mechanical Systems (2 credits)
- RMDL 250 – Insulation and Weatherization (2 credits)
- SCIENCE – Elective (3 credits)
- ENG 216 – Technical Writing OR ENG 221 Public Speaking (3 credits)
Semester 4
- CARP 272 – Site Work and Foundations II (2 credits)
- RMDL 260 – Kitchen and Bath Remodeling (3 credits)
- RMDL 270 – Advanced Interior Finishes (4 credits)
- RMDL 280 – Advanced Exterior Finishes (3 credits)
- BUSN 106 Small Business Management (3 credits)
- HUMANITIES – Elective (3 credits)
- Health/PE Elective (1 credit)
Total Credits 73
Faculty
Matthew Krupa
Instructor, Residential Remodeling Technology, First-Year Students krupa@stevenscollege.edu
Andrew Snavely
Instructor, Residential Remodeling Technology, Second-Year Students snavely@stevenscollege.edu
Loren Bishop
Assistant Professor, Residential Remodeling Technology, First-Year Students bishop@stevenscollege.edu
Joseph Kiely
Instructor, Residential Remodeling Technology, Second-Year Students, ’05 kiely@stevenscollege.eduOccupational Advisory Committee
The Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) serves as a vital link between the Program of study and industry, ensuring that the program remains aligned with current workforce needs, technological advancements, and best practices in the field. Composed of employers, educators, and other community members, the committee provides guidance, feedback, and recommendations to enhance the curriculum, instructional methods, and student learning experiences.
Purpose and Responsibilities:
- Curriculum & Industry Alignment
- Workforce Readiness
- Student & Faculty Support
- Internship & Employment Connections
- Accreditation & Program Evaluation
- Facilities & Equipment Recommendations
By fostering a strong relationship between academia and industry, the OAC helps ensure that Thaddeus Stevens College programs maintain the highest standards in CTE (career and technical education).
- Mike Blank, MBC Building & Remodeling LLC
- Michael Gerfin, Retired
- Ron Good, Ebersole Brothers
- Todd Goshert, Heck Construction Company, Inc
- Chris Hinton, eciConstruction
- Mike Hockenberry, EG Stoltzfus
- Jacob Komorowski, Komorowski Construction
- Bill Lastinger, Benchmark Construction Company Inc.
- JP Perron, Perron Construction, Inc.
- Jim Weischedel, Sam Smucker & Sons
- Todd Wenger, Wenger Contracting, Inc.
- Nick Yatron, Nationwide Kitchen Installers Inc (NKI)
- Joel Zeiset, Eby Exteriors
The outcomes speak for themselves
Graduates of the Residential Remodeling program can work in a variety of roles, continue their education, or roles as crew leaders and assistant superintendents. The numbers below are three-year averages across program cohorts.
97%
in-field placement:
jobs in field or
pursuing con’t education
$47.5K
median first-year salary
You can also view Institutional Performance Data here.
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Success stories
Our graduates work with the industry’s best
Soar Agreements
This program enables students to apply certain credits earned in high school to the credits needed for a degree or certificate through Thaddeus Stevens College. The Residential Remodeling Technology degree qualifies for this program – see our SOAR program page for details!