Construction Technology
Construction Technology
Certificate Description
The Construction Technology program provides a comprehensive opportunity for students to gain knowledge and skills to gain entry into the construction industry. Students are exposed to advanced skills such as building site layout, concrete, framing, interior finishes and exterior finishes. Students also gain knowledge of construction materials, blueprint reading, and estimating. Students who complete the certificate and obtain related employment have the option to continue training as apprentices in their chosen craft and receive state, national, and industry certifications.
Objectives
- Demonstrate proper workplace and job site safety.
- Describe building materials used in construction work including estimating principles.
- Identify and demonstrate hand tools and power tools operations, with care and maintenance.
- Define techniques for reading and using construction drawings and specifications, current
building codes, and local zoning ordinances. - Demonstrate proper carpentry advanced framing layout techniques.
- Demonstrate positive workplace behaviors and communication skills to promote a successful
construction team. - Demonstrate the laying out of a construction site for building.
- Discuss and demonstrate interior and exterior finishes and skills.
- Discuss and demonstrate concrete finishes and skills.
See the house built by Building Technology students during the 2019-2020 school year.
Certificate Courses
Additional Requirements
WorkKeys Assessment: Workplace Documents (Level 4), Graphic Literacy (Level 4) and Applied Math (Level 4). Schedule an appointment here or call (435) 750-3188. Need a review? Enroll directly in Academic Learning.
Please note: A composite ACT score of 17 or a composite SAT score of 930 can waive assessment requirements if taken no more than four years prior to enrollment.
For additional information on occupational profile, please click here.
Employment Outlook
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Bridgerland Technical College is open year round. Most programs are open-entry, open-exit, which means you can start the program at the first of every month as long as there is space available. Please contact SSA's for questions about this program, or check start dates.The first step is to fill out the application for Bridgerland Technical College Logan Campus Application
Pre-Enrollment - WorkKeys Assessment: Workplace Documents (Level 4), Graphic Literacy (Level 4) and Applied Math (Level 4). Schedule an appointment here or call (435) 750-3188. Need a review? Enroll directly in Academic Learning. Please note: A composite ACT score of 17 or a composite SAT score of 930 can waive assessment requirements if taken no more than four years prior to enrollment. Please email your ACT/SAT scores to studentservices@btech.edu. If you do not have your scores, schedule your assessment below. Schedule Appointment in Logan
Once the Assessment/ACT has been approved, the next step is to meet with a Student Services Representative to complete your enrollment. You will declare your starting date, enrolled hours, and set up your payment schedule. No appointment is necessary. If you have any questions, Student Services can be reached at 435-753-6780 or studentservices@btech.edu.
Estimated Tuition & Fees
$2,955 - this is an estimate.
Course fees may vary.
Pell Eligible: Yes
Estimated Equalized Payment
$328 - based off of full-time enrollment.
Estimated Books & Supplies
Campus Locations
Logan Campus
Quick Facts
Certificate Duration
30 credits - 8 - 10 months
Hours per Week
30
Certificate Availability
Adult Students:
Mon - Fri: 8 am to 2:30 pm
High School Students:
Arranged - varies by school
Outcome Data
Reported Annually to the Accrediting Agency Council on Occupational Education
Completion: 64%
Job Placement: 100%
Withdrawal: 36%
Outcome statistics are compiled annually based upon Training Outcome surveys conducted with students post-graduation. Data is gathered through coordination with the student, faculty, Student Services Office personnel, and licensing agencies.
Hours of Operation
Logan Campus - Main
Telephone: 435-753-6780
Student Services
Monday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am - 4 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed
Brigham City Campus
Telephone: 435-734-0614
Student Services
Monday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Friday: 7:30 am - 3 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed
Campuses
Logan Campus - Main . 435-753-6780
1301 North 600 West, Logan, UT 84321
Brigham City Campus . 435-734-0614
325 West 1100 South Brigham City, UT 84302