Franklin Reber

Franklin Reber serves as a Full-time Instructor in Building Construction Technology at Pennsylvania College of Technology since 2006, following two years as a part-time instructor at the same institution. His role bridges academic instruction with real-world construction expertise.

His educational credentials include:

• M.Ed. from The Pennsylvania State University
• B.S. from The Pennsylvania State University
• Education Certificate from The Pennsylvania State University
• Occupational Competency Assessment from The Pennsylvania State University

Reber's teaching emphasizes practical construction methodologies, historic restoration techniques, and real estate development principles. His instruction draws directly from decades of entrepreneurial experience, including ownership of R.D.U. Custom Homes Inc. (1986-2014) and partnerships in Lauver & Reber Investments (2007-present) and L & R Investments (1995-present). This industry integration provides students with actionable insights into residential construction, project management, and sustainable building practices like ICF Walls and Pervious Concrete systems.

His current industry engagements through investment partnerships actively inform curriculum development, ensuring academic content remains aligned with contemporary construction market dynamics and technological advancements.