Construction Technology

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.

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 Building Trades Department, click the link below.

Syllabi for Building Trades Department Courses (opens in a new tab)

Program Courses

1. 1

   About Your Program

   Bridgerland Technical College is open year-round. Most programs are open-entry, which means you can start the program at the beginning of every month as long as there is space available. Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions about your program.

   You can check the start dates here.

   Make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor

   Not ready to schedule? You can text questions to (435) 261-9877.

2. 2

   Admissions

   Complete the Certificate-Seeking Application. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or a recognized equivalent.

   Fill out the Certificate-Seeking Application (opens in a new tab)
3. 3

   Programmatic Requirements

   Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements (if applicable) via email. If you do not receive this email within 24 business hours, please check your spam or junk folders.

   WorkKeys Assessment: Workplace Documents (Level 4), Graphic Literacy (Level 4), and Applied Math (Level 4).

   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 before enrollment. If you attended BTECH as a high school student, you may be able to waive the Academic Assessment with your grades. Contact a Student Success Advisor for more information.

   Schedule your Academic Assessment (opens in a new tab) Upload ACT/SAT Scores (if applicable) (opens in a new tab)
4. 4

   Enrollment and Registration

   Once programmatic requirements have been completed, meet with a Student Services Representative to finalize enrollment. You will declare your start date, enrolled hours, and set up your payment schedule.

   The first month’s payment or completed Financial Aid is required at enrollment. No appointment is necessary.

   Questions? Call (435) 753-6780, email [email protected], or visit Student Services at the Logan Campus.

5. 5

   Financial Aid

   Bridgerland Technical College offers a variety of financial aid options for students who qualify.

   Bridgerland Technical College does not participate in, or endorse, any student loan programs.