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Construction Technology

Build Your Future with SWAGºÏ¼¯â€™s Fast-Track Construction Technology Program!Ìý

Looking to kick-start your career in the booming construction and home improvement industry? SWAGºÏ¼¯â€™sÌýConstruction Technology ProgramÌýis your ticket to success! In just one semester, this hands-on, 23-credit-hour certificate will give you the skills you need to enter the workforce with confidence.

From blueprint to build, you’ll master the fundamentals of residential construction. Learn to layout a building site, pour solid foundations, frame and sheath structures, and bring homes to life. Once the frame is standing, you’ll gain practical experience installing windows, doors, stairs, siding, and roofing –Ìýeverything you need to build a sturdy, beautiful home.

SWAGºÏ¼¯ Benefits

At SWAGºÏ¼¯, our academic programs are designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking necessary to thrive in today’s world. Whether you're just beginning your educational journey or advancing your career, we offer flexible and rigorous programs that support your goals.Ìý

Why SWAGºÏ¼¯?

Get hands-on experience and industry-recognized certifications in just one semester!

  • Experienced Instruction: Learn from a seasoned instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience in construction technology.
  • Fast-Track Format: Complete the 23-credit-hour program in just one semester, attending class Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.Ìý– 12 p.m.
  • Hands-On Learning: The program is 60% hands-on training and 40% classroom learning—held both on job sites and in our on-campus shop.
  • Real-World Experience: Many students attend class in the morning and gain paid internship experience in the afternoon.
  • Skills That Pay Off—At Work and at Home: Construction Technology skills aren’t just for the job site. Many graduates use what they learn to remodel or build their own homes, saving thousands by doing the work themselves.
  • Advisory Board of Industry Experts: Eight local contractors help guide our curriculum to match industry needs.
Career Outlook

Strong Industry Connections
Over 18 contractors across Central Kansas are actively seeking to hire our program graduates, giving you a direct pathway into the workforce.

Real-World Exposure
Students gain valuable insight through field trips to active job sites, where they observe professional crews and learn how projects come together in the real world.

Competitive Starting Pay
Graduates with strong skills can expect to start at around $18 per hour, with plenty of room to grow into higher-paying roles.

Skilled Trades in Demand
The need for trained construction professionals is high—employers are hiring for roles like carpenters, surveyors, foremen, and superintendents.

Certifications Earned

Upon successful completion of the program, students will earn:

  • OSHA 10 Certification
  • NCCER Core Certification
  • NCCER Carpentry Level 1 Certification

These nationally recognized credentials boost your employability and prove your job-site readiness.

Program Cost

Tuition:

  • $2,691 (In-District)
  • $3,013 (In-State)

Course Fees: $1,200 – includes a complete student gear kit

Books: Free (provided through a partnership with AGC of Kansas)


Partnering Programs & Financial Support

Excel in CTE Initiative (SB #155): Tuition-free for eligible high school juniors and seniors
A-OK Program Participants: Additional support and training opportunities available
Financial Aid Eligible: Federal financial aid and scholarships may apply

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Complete the Admissions checklist of requirements to become a Cougar today.

SWAGºÏ¼¯ classes are affordable and accessible, with sessions starting throughout the year.Ìý

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Learn by Doing

Our program is designed with a strong hands-on focus—40% in the classroom and 60% in real-world, practical training. You’ll gain valuable experience through instruction at a job site or in our fully equipped campus shop. Many students take classes in the morning and head to internships or job placements in the afternoon, applying what they’ve learned in real time.

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View the ofÌýCurriculum Guides (applicable for students admitted prior to Fall 2024) and Degree Maps (applicable for students admitted Fall 2024 and after).

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Admissions


You are only a few quick steps away from becoming a SWAGºÏ¼¯ Cougar! The Admissions process is quick, easy and free - we're here to help you through every step of the way. Start your future today!

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Student Life


SWAGºÏ¼¯ is dedicated to creating a vibrant and engaging student experience!ÌýFrom clubsÌýtoÌýstudent activities, we offer countless opportunities to make the most of your time as a Cougar.