Wildwood Transformed

The College looks to the future with the expansion of the campus and a new building.

Health Sciences and Technology Center

Health Sciences and Technology Center

The Health Sciences and Technology Center aims to serve students in new ways and meet the region's job training needs. This facility will feature state-of-the-art STEM labs, space to double the capacity of Wildwood's nursing program, and bring new programs like advanced imaging, drone and geospatial technology, and physical therapy to the campus. Other features include:

An outdoor lab with a netted enclosure for drone and geospatial technology
An ambulance simulator for EMT and paramedic students to practice patient care
A Student Advocacy and Resource Center that offers a food pantry and clothing closet
An Early College suite for high school students at STLCC

Project Updates

Stay in the know with the Health Sciences and Technology Center's latest milestones as the construction phase progresses.

Steel, Insulation and MEP

March 2024—March was a busy month for contractors. On the south side of the building, roof steel was installed, insulation and drywall installation began, and ductwork, plumbing, and electrical work continued. On the north side of the building, steel erection continued, formwork for concrete was set up, and ductwork and fireproofing steel began.

Steel, Drywall and Roof Progress

Feb. 2024—Contractors continued to install steel, decking sheets and concrete throughout the month. On the south side of the building, drywall boards were installed on the second level, fireproofing steel and fire protection systems were added, and ductwork continued. On the north side, electrical work progressed and concrete floors were poured.

Beam Topping Out

Jan. 2024—The beam that was signed in December by employees and students was placed into the structure. This topping out celebration signifies reaching the highest point in construction.

Concrete and Steel Installation

Jan. 2024—Construction crews installed steel beams, columns, and decking sheets, concrete curbs around the new parking lot, and formwork for the floor slab on the south side of the building.

Beam Signing

Dec. 2023—Students and staff gathered to sign their names on one of the beams that will soon be added to the Health Sciences and Technology Center structure. Their names will become part of STLCC history as the beam supports the new building for years to come.

Steel Erection Begins

Nov. 2023—Steel erection is officially underway, with columns, beams and trusses going up around the new building's southern elevator. Contractors also installed concrete hollow blocks for the northern elevator and poured concrete for wall forms and footing pads.

New Parking Lot

Nov. 2023—A new gravel lot was added in mid-November to lessen parking pains on campus. This lot is accessible through parking lot C and offers approximately 40 additional vehicles to park at STLCC-Wildwood.

Progress is Made

Oct. 2023—Contractors completed the installation of storm pipes and structures as well as ground conduits. Excavation and rebar installation are starting on the north side of the site as contractors wrap up the south side. Subcontractors continue to drill for elevator shafts and install waterproofing and insulation on the building's southwest wall.

Footings and Foundations

Aug. 2023—Contractors started laying out the footings and foundations for the installation of steel and concrete. The mechanical, electrical and plumbing phase also started with underground work.

site camera view of construction progress

Construction Begins with Excavation

July 2023—In July, contractors kicked off the construction phase with excavating and backfilling the construction site.

Groundbreaking

May 2023—STLCC broke ground on the Health Sciences and Technology Center on May 25. College officials were joined by building partners, state officials, community leaders and public members for the first of six construction projects planned throughout the district.

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