Construction Technology (Certificate)
Department: Construction Technology
Program Contact: David Barker
Phone: (435) 283-7577
Email: david.barker@snow.edu
Program Description
Construction Technology is the perfect program for those who enjoy working with their hands and have an appreciation for beautiful craftsmanship. Students in this program learn all about the construction process while gaining practical skills used in residential and light-commercial construction projects. Upon completion of the Construction Technology program at Snow College, you’ll be prepared for a wide variety of careers within the construction industry.
Construction Technology Program Outcomes
Students who complete the Construction Technology certificate will be expected to demonstrate that they:
- 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.