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TC-CON_SCI - Construction Technology Level 3, TC

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Applied TechnologiesUndergraduateTechnical Certificate

Degree Designation

Technical Certificate

Catalog Full Description

The Construction Technology program prepares students in the basic skills necessary for all occupations in construction. Students begin their studies in nine modules, which include; safety, math materials, hand and power tools, construction drawings, basic rigging, communication and employability skills. Student then advance to courses with provide hands- on application of technical knowledge and skills. In these courses students apply all aspects of carpentry and will receive instruction in technical mathematics, framing construction materials and selection; job estimating; blueprint reading, foundations and roughing -in, finish carpentry techniques and applicable codes and standards. The WSU Tech Construction Technology program is aligned with the National Center for Education Statistics CIP code 46.0201: Carpentry/Carpenter prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to lay out, cut, fabricate, erect, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures, using hand and power tools. Includes instruction in technical mathematics, framing, construction materials and selection, job estimating, blueprint reading, foundations and roughing-in, finish carpentry techniques, and applicable codes and standards.

Program Level

Undergraduate

Effective Start Term

Fall 2026

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Identify various types of building materials and describe their uses

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List safety precautions associated with building materials.

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Describe the proper method of handling and storing building materials.

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Explain how to calculate the quantities of lumber, panel, and concrete products using industry-standard methods.

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Describe the fasteners, anchors, and adhesives used in construction and explain their uses.

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Identify the career and entrepreneurial opportunities within the carpentry trade

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Identify the skills, responsibilities, and characteristics needed to be a successful carpenter

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Summarize how to be connected to the industry through an organization like SkillsUSA.

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Explain the importance of safety in the construction industry, and describe the obligations of the contractor, subcontractors, and you to ensure a safe work environment.

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Read and interpret specifications and drawings to determine floor system requirements.

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Identify the different types of framing systems.

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Identify floor system components.

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Estimate the amount of material needed for a floor assembly.

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Identify the components of a wall system.

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Describe the procedure for laying out a wood frame wall, including plates, corner posts, door and window openings, partition Ts, bracing, and fire-stops.

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Describe the correct procedure to estimate the materials required to frame walls.

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Describe the correct procedure to estimate the materials required to frame walls. 17 Identify alternative wall systems.

Program Costs

Construction Technology Level 3 - $12,206.00

Cost does not include online fees, books or tools. Financial Assistance may be available to those who qualify. Total calculated based on the lowest cost combination of elective credits required.

Campus Location

WSU Tech City Center – 301 S. Grove, Wichita, KS 67211, CTEC + WSU Tech – 1301 E. 27th Terrace, Pittsburg, KS 66762