Construction Technology

Program Locations: Hastings Campus

Program Level: Certificate, Diploma, Associate

Department: Skilled and Technical Sciences

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In our Construction Technology program, you’ll receive hand-on training alongside classroom instruction from some of the best in the business. You’ll acquire the skills needed to do everything from framing to cabinet construction and be able to test those skills as you help to build a house that is auctioned off every year. You’ll also have the opportunity to take courses in related areas including drafting, residential wiring and welding.

Program Options

Associate of Applied Science

Construction Management AAS Degree

Diploma

Certificate

Construction Technology students also have the opportunity to take courses in related areas including drafting, residential wiring and welding, providing a solid foundation for construction careers.

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The Construction Technology program is fall-start only.

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What will it cost?

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How long will it take?

Finish in 2 years by completing 16-17 credits a semester for 4 semesters

The length of time to complete a program is based on a student taking only the courses required for the program as listed in our online catalog. It does not include the cost of foundations courses that may be required based on assessment scores, retaking courses or taking courses that are not required by your program of study

Your adviser will develop a plan of study to meet your personal needs.

Tool List

*See your instructor for an official list or if you have questions.

The following is a list of tools you must have when you start the Construction Technology program. You should bring your tools with you the first day of class. You may need to add tools at a later date. Ask for student discounts when purchasing your tools.

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Required Tools

Ansi 287 approved Safety glasses. Clear lenses for interior work. (At least one pair)
OSHA approved Hard Hat Ansi 289 Type
Hearing protection (simple ear plugs or earmuffs)
Tape measure- l" x25' or longer (heavy duty)
Pencils
Claw hammer smooth face 16 oz.
Utility knife (with replaceable blades)
6" Speed square (It's a triangle)
Chalk line reel 100'
Calculator (Pocket Handyman VI or newer) Menards, Home Depot, online, or download app
Catspaw nail puller (double end) should fit in tool belt
Bullnose end cutting dykes
Carpenters tool belt of good quality, check for comfort, rounded bottoms of the nail pouches

are easier to get nails out of -OR- pouches to clip on belt (make sure to have hammer loop)
Measuring Tape 100'
Drill Bit Set
One pair of stair gauges (they attach to the framing square when laying out stairways)
Multi-bit Screwdriver (need both Phillips and flathead)
USB Jump Drive- There is no student storage on lab computers
Pliers or vice grips with built in wire cutters (Or a Multi Tool like a Leatherman if possible)
Nail sets 1/32, 1/16, 3/32
Torpedo level

Recommended but Optional

Framing hammer waffle face
Flat bar nail puller (typically 1/2" x 14")
Carpenters framing square
12" Combination square
6" Sheetrock hand saw
Pocket rasp for drywall
Tin Snips
Wood Chisels set of 3 (l/2",3/4", and 1")
2’ Level and 4’ Level
Putty Knife
8” Crescent wrench
Architect's triangular scale
Rubber Mallet
18V/20V Impact driver (DeWalt, Milwaukee, Bosch)
18V/20V 1⁄2” drill driver (optional hammer drill)
18V/20V 4 1⁄2” grinder
18V/20V Reciprocating Saw
18V/20V Circular Saw
18V/20V Oscillating Tool
18V/20V Light
18V/20V Jig Saw
Charger, Batteries, blades, and grinding wheels (Compatible with the system)

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