Data Technology
Intro
The Data Technology Program prepares students for roles in technology, finance, healthcare, ecommerce, manufacturing and more. The competency-based curriculum provides training through real-world simulations, personalized mentoring, and practical coursework. Students develop skills in initiating data projects, sourcing information, transforming datasets, analyzing data, and presenting results which form an essential toolkit for the field of data analytics.
Objectives
- Explain data types, data structures, and data sources.
- Diagram the complete data analytics project cycle.
- Identify and articulate data-driven problems and questions.
- Utilize various tools including spreadsheets, SQL, Python, and R for data gathering, data cleaning, and analysis.
- Calculate descriptive statistics, perform exploratory data analysis, and inferential statistics for insights.
- Communicate insights derived from data analysis efficiently and persuasively through visualizations, presentations, and reports.
- Construct SQL queries, querying, filtering, and manipulating data within relational databases.
- Apply machine learning principles for preprocessing, model construction, and evaluation.
- Incorporate industry-standard tools and practices for impactful visualizations and extracting meaningful insights.
- Initiate comprehensive projects applying acquired skills to solve real-world problems, while effectively managing time and objectives.
Courses / Syllabi
Syllabi
Providing course syllabi ensures openness and transparency in course expectations, fostering a clear and accessible learning environment for all students. To see the course syllabi for the Data Analytics Department, click the link below.
Syllabi for Data Analytics Department Courses
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Program Courses
How to Apply
About Your Program
This program starts four times a year, July, October, January, and April. Enrollment is first come, first served. Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions you may have about a program. You can check the start dates here.
Make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor here >>
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Admissions
Complete the Certificate-Seeking Application below. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent.
Fill out the Certificate-Seeking Application here >>
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Programmatic Requirements
Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements, if applicable, via email. If you have not received this email within 24 business hours, please check your spam or junk mail folders.
Complete Introduction to Data Analytics (DATA0995) with a B- or better. This course is designed to familiarize students with the overall process of Data Analytics. Students will learn about the essential skills, knowledge, and abilities possessed by skilled data practitioners. Additionally, students will learn about the many careers available to data practitioners. Lastly, students will get to experience firsthand the various stages of a data project by using Excel to clean, analyze, and describe real-world datasets. Students will also be given a brief introduction to Python.
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Related associate's degree or higher (from a nationally or regionally accredited institution as approved by the Department Head) or related industry experience (as approved by the Department Head).
Prerequisites Documentation Form
Sign up for Introduction to Data Analytics (DATA0995) here >>
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Enrollment/Registration
Once the programmatic requirements have been completed, 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.
The first month's payment or completed Financial Aid is required at the time of enrollment. No appointment is necessary. If you have any questions, Student Services can be reached at 435-753-6780 or studentservices@btech.edu or you can visit us in person at the Logan Campus!
Financial Aid
Scholarships
Checklist
I have my Student ID
Letter of Recommendation
I have a personal history/career objective
I have my high school transcript
The Process
Apply for scholarships at https://btech.edu/scholarships (soft deadline (5th of each month).
BTECH emails a link to schedule a Scholarship Interview.
Interview with the Scholarship Committee (generally 3rd Tuesday of each month).
BTECH evaluates the interview rubric and available funds.
Notified of award results within 4 weeks.
The student will receive a link to schedule a meeting to accept the award.
BTECH disburses scholarships.
| Tuition and Fees |
Estimated Equalized Payment |
|---|---|
| $1,425 | $285 |
| this is an estimate | based on |
| Course fees may vary | part-time enrollment |
| ___________________ | ___________________ |
| Estimated Books & Supplies |
Pell Eligible |
| Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | No |
| High School | Adult Students: |
|---|---|
| Arranged varies by school |
T or TH |
| ____________ | ____________ |
| Hours Per Week |
Certificate Duration |
| 20 | 15 credits 5-6 months |
*Required face-to-face collaborative class once per week,
Logan Campus
1410 North 1000 West,
Logan, UT 84321
| Living | Miscellaneous personal |
|---|---|
| $8,478 | $2,430 |
| ___________________ | ___________________ |
| Transportation | Dependent care |
| $1,683 | $378 |
| ___________________ | ___________________ |
| Disability-related | Professional licensure, certification, or a first professional credential |
| $117 | $0 |
Outcome Data
Reported Annually to the Accrediting Agency Council on Occupational Education
Completion: 74%
Job Placement: 73%
Withdrawal: 26%
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.
Employment Outlook
The words career and job are very different. To be specific, a job is what you show up to for work; a career spans your lifetime and includes your education, training, and professional memberships, and is something you love doing.
Find out the employment trends in this career here.
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Our Mission
The mission of the Bridgerland Technical College is to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and technical education to both secondary and post-secondary students through traditional and technology-enhanced
methodologies. This hands-on technical education provides occupational education, skills training, and workforce development to support the educational and economic development of the Bear River Region. 
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
*Student Services will close at 3 pm on the second Friday of each month
Brigham City Campus
Telephone: 435-734-0614
Student Services
Monday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 7:30 am - 4:30 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