The nine-month Construction Technology program at Salina Tech is aligned with today’s industry standards. Commercial and residential building techniques are incorporated to give graduates a broad range of career choices. Important skills such as power and hand tool use, skid loader and backhoe operation, brick and block laying, and all phases of concrete work are developed. Other instruction areas covered are; flooring, wall and roof framing, interior and exterior finishing, painting, design, drywall, ventilation, insulation and cabinet installation. Students learn to work with blueprints and building codes and increase employability skills by working with customers as they perform construction projects in the Salina area and on campus. Often students use this experience as a stepping stone to a construction science or engineering bachelor’s degree.
Career Opportunities: Structural Framing, Exterior/Interior Finishing, Concrete Forming/Finishing, Brick and Block Laying
| Construction Technology Certificate | ||||
| First Semester | Credits | Second Semester | Credits | |
| CT 100 Orientation/Introduction | 1 | CT 135A Masonry/Brick | 5 | |
| CT 110 Power and Hand Tools | 3 | CT 135B Masonry/Brick | 5 | |
| CT 120 Blueprints and Building Codes | 2 | CT 155 Drywall/Insulation/Ventilation | 3 | |
| CT 130 Residential Concrete Construction | 2 | CT 160 Painting/Finishing/Interior | 2 | |
| CT 140A Framing/Flooring | 2 | CT 170 Cabinet Making/Installation | 2 | |
| CT 140B Framing/Wall | 2 | CT 180 Interior Finish | 4 | |
| CT 140C Framing/Roof | 2 | CT 190 Work Place Skills | 1 | |
| CT 150 Exterior Finish | 4 | TOTAL CREDITS: | 22 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS: | 18 | TOTAL CERTIFICATE CREDITS: | 40 | |
CT100 Orientation/Introduction, 1 credit.
This is a required course for all students entering the Construction Technology Program. It prepares students for employment in residential and commercial building trades. The intent of this course is to teach basic construction safety. It is very important for every student to learn the proper way to conduct themselves while in the shop or on the job site. This course will cover shop safety, tool safety, personal protective devices, protective railings, proper storage of construction materials, student alertness, and job site safety.
CT 110 Power and Hand Tools, 3 credits.
Students are instructed in the identification and proper use and care of both hand and power tools. In addition, the student will demonstrate the safe use and appropriate maintenance for hand and power tools.
CT 120 Blueprints and Building Codes, 2 credits.
This course identifies the importance of accurately reading blueprints and integrates current building codes and zoning ordinances in building construction. Students are instructed in building layout and the use of a variety of measuring, leveling, and layout tools.
CT 130 Residential Concrete Construction, 2 credits.
The course covers concrete footings, foundations, forming and flatwork. Concrete mixing, reinforcement, finishing and curing will be covered along with site preparation, properties of concrete, and the proper use of tools. Proper safety practices will also be emphasized.
CT 140A Framing/Flooring, 2 credits.
The student will learn to use a combination of hand tools to layout, cut and assemble floor systems.
CT 140B Framing/Wall, 2 credits.
The student will learn to use hand and power tools to layout, cut, and assemble exterior and interior wall systems.
CT 140C Framing/Roof, 2 credits.
The student will learn to use a combination of hand and power tools to layout, cut, and assemble roof systems.
CT 150 Exterior Finish, 4 credits.
Students will be instructed on the stage of construction which completes the exterior of the building. The order of installation may be changed, but the processes include: roofing, housewrap, windows and doors, and siding. These processes typically are occurring at the same time the trade groups are completing “rough” work in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
CT135A Masonry/Brick, 5 credits.
The student will receive instruction in the elements of masonry including: the history of mortar, brick, interpreting blueprints, and estimating project supplies including sand, mortar, and brick. Students will also lay brick to a line, build brick leads, and mix mortar.
CT135B Masonry/Block, 5 credits.
The student will receive instruction in the history of mortar, block, and interpreting blueprints. The student should be able to estimate materials for a project including sand, mortar, and block. The student will lay block to a line, build block leads, mix mortar by hand and mix mortar with a power mixer.
CT155 Drywall / Insulation/Ventilation, 3 credits.
The student will learn to identify various types of drywall, estimate material needs, and install, finish, and texture drywall. Proper selection (R-U values) of insulation and insulation installation methods will be taught. Skills to help calculate proper sizing for ventilation purposes are also included.
CT 160 Painting/Finishing/Interior, 2 credits.
The student will learn to properly apply chemical coatings applicable to residential construction. These coatings include paints, stains, clear finishes, textures, and other decorative finishes.
CT 170 Cabinet Making/Installation, 2 credits.
The student will learn basic cabinet and counter top construction and installation.
CT 180 Interior Finish, 4 credits.
The student will learn the fundamentals of finishing interior building construction. This is the final stage in the construction process. Students will receive instruction about specialized tools and techniques. This course will cover trimming and installing doors and windows, and the selection and installation of appropriate decorative trim and hardware.
CT 190 Work Place Skills, 1 credits.
The course will emphasize the skills needed to be successful in the workplace including the skills needed to obtain and maintain employment.