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Aircraft Powerplant Technology
USU - Eastern
This program equips students with the necessary skills for a career in aviation maintenance. After completing this certificate, students will meet the Federal Aviation Administration requirements to take the General and Airframe tests required to earn their FAA Airframe license.
Program Objectives
- Perform aviation engine maintenance in alignment with FAA Standards.
- Prepare for FAA Licensing by fulfilling all prerequisites to sit for the Federal Aviation Administration General and Airframe licensing exams, qualifying for certification and practice in the field.
- Interpret diagnostic material for aviation maintenance and repair.
- Record maintenance logs and certify the airworthiness of aircraft.
Automation Technology
Bridgerland - Main, Davis - Main, Mountainland - Main, Mountainland - Payson, Ogden-Weber - Main, Salt Lake - Main, Snow - Ephraim, Southwest - Main, Tooele - Main
The Automation Technology program supports a wide variety of mechanical and automated systems. This program is designed to help prepare students with the necessary skills to become technicians in several critical industries. Students are introduced to a wide variety of tools, practices, and procedures. The program uses a competency based hands-on approach, with other teaching methods that are employed throughout.
Program Objectives
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of mechanical systems, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair techniques, and safety practices and procedures.
- Apply system diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques.
- Apply mathematical concepts to real world applications.
- Read, utilize, and design blueprints and schematics.
- Operate, install, maintain, modify, and troubleshoot electrical systems.
- Operate, install, maintain, modify, and troubleshoot fluid power systems.
- Operate, install, maintain, modify, and troubleshoot electrical motor control systems.
- Operate, modify, maintain, program, and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers.
- Implement and properly use a variety of precision measurement tools and procedures.
Biotechnology
Dixie - Main
The Biotechnology program prepares students to enter into the ever-expanding fields of biotechnology laboratory work. The career possibilities are vast, some of which include genomic mapping and research, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical development, and biological research and development, as well as other fields under this discipline. The program will give students a foundation of knowledge and skills needed to enter into lab technician work or to articulate to another institution to continue their education.
Program Objectives
- Demonstrate proper use of biotechnology lab equipment.
- Describe and demonstrate various laboratory, manufacturing, and regulatory practices.
- Use accurate measurements and measuring tools.
- Analyze and discuss DNA.
- Demonstrate proper laboratory safety protocols.
Civil Construction I
Mountainland - Main
The Civil Construction I program will equip students with the essential knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in the construction industry. The program covers various aspects of civil construction, ensuring a well-rounded education for successful employment.
Program Objectives
- Describe aspects of civil construction, including standard processes from bid to project hand-off.
- Identify the operation of various heavy equipment used in civil construction projects.
- Demonstrate integration of environmental considerations and sustainable practices.
- Demonstrate safety protocols.
- Demonstrate blueprint reading and measurement skills.
- Explain soil types and gradations.
- Describe essential elements of properly placing asphalt paving.
- Discuss importance of utilities management.
CNC Machine Operator
Ogden-Weber - Main, Salt Lake - Main
The essential role of a machine operator is to operate Computer Numerical Control machines to fabricate parts under the supervision of a machinist. The technician loads parts in the machine, cycles machine and safely and accurately to pre-form a variety of functions.
Program Objectives
- Obtain general knowledge in manufacturing setting.
- Operate Computer Numerical Controlled lathe.
- Operate Computer Numerical Controlled vertical mill.
Commercial Driver’s License - Class A
Bridgerland - Main, Davis - Main, Dixie - Main, Mountainland - Main, Salt Lake - Main, Snow - Ephraim, Southwest - Main, Tooele - Main, Uintah Basin - Main, USU - Eastern
The Commercial Driver’s License - Class A (CDL) program prepares students with the skills and knowledge they need to join the professional driving industry. This course fulfills Entry Level Driver Training requirements for CDL training in accordance with Part 380 of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations.
Program Objectives
- Demonstrate basic truck operating procedures.
- Demonstrate safe operating procedures.
- Learn and practice advanced operating procedures.
- Practice vehicle inspections (pre/post-trip).
- Review non-driving activities.
Commercial Driver’s License - Class B
Dixie - Main, Tooele - Main, Uintah Basin - Main
The Commercial Driver’s License - Class B program prepares students with the skills and knowledge they need to join the professional driving industry. This course fulfills the Federal Entry Level Driver Training requirements found in Pt 380 of the Federal Code of Federal Regulations.
Program Objectives
- Demonstrate Basic Truck operation procedures and skills.
- Demonstrate safe operating procedures.
- Learn and Practice defensive driving techniques.
- Drive and control a class B truck on local, city, county, and interstate highways and roads.
- Practice vehicle inspections (pre/post-trip, enroute).
- Practice safe backing techniques.
- Review Non-driving activities (HOS, Cargo securement).
Control Systems and Robotics
Bridgerland - Main, Davis - Main
The Control Systems and Robotics program prepares qualified students for advanced work as Control System Technicians in an automated manufacturing environment. This certificate provides hands-on training in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), industrial robots, industrial networking, servo system programming, vision systems, and Human Machine Interface (HMI) programming. Students work with teaching staff of industry professional who emphasize hands-on instruction and provide competency-based training based on industry input for best practices and technological relevance. There is a high demand for employees with these specialized skills.
Program Objectives
- Build an operational industrial network containing computers and control devices.
- Program a process using a common PLC.
- Design and program an HMI screen to interface with a PLC and control a process.
- Program a servo-driven process with a PLC.
- Identify, locate, communicate with other devices, and inspect two different parts using machine vision.
- Build a project that integrates multiple control topics.
Cosmetology
Bridgerland - Main, Davis - Main, Mountainland - Main, Ogden-Weber - Main, Snow - Ephraim, Tooele - Main, USU - Eastern
The Cosmetology Program is designed to prepare students for employment in cosmetology, barbering, and hair design, as well as skin and nail care. This program prepares students for employment in a salon and/or to open a new salon or barbering business. Students in this program develop communication, professional behavior, and other core skills for working in this profession. Students work with guests in a well-equipped lab and perform these skills with the newest techniques, products, and equipment available in the industry. Students learn to communicate with customers, analyze skin, hair, and nails, and perform the duties of hair cutting, coloring, styling, chemical texture services, basic skin and nail care, and hair extension procedures.
Upon completion of the program, students are prepared to take the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology/Barbering Licensure, and examination required for licensure.
Program Objectives
- Demonstrate principles and cosmetology/barbering skills: shampooing, arranging, dressing, curling, styling, men and women haircutting, straight razor shaving, hair extensions, chemical texture services, haircoloring, skin care, nail services, and other concepts essential to becoming a successful cosmetologist/barber.
- Demonstrate principles and practices related to nail technology skills, manicuring, pedicuring, gel, and acrylic application, manual and electric filing, polishing, nail removal, client consultation and other concepts essential to becoming a successful nail technician.
- Demonstrate principles and practices related to esthetics and facial treatments.
- Explain general sciences related to cosmetology/barbering such as anatomy, infection control, hair structure, skin and nail structure, diseases and disorders, chemistry and electricity.
- Demonstrate salon processes and etiquette with sanitation procedures necessary for the health and safety of clients and workers.
- Perform cosmetology/barbering services on mannequins and public guests.
- Communicate eff
Data Technology
Bridgerland - Main, Mountainland - Main
The Data Technology program prepares students for roles in technology, finance, healthcare, ecommerce, manufacturing and more. The competency-based curriculum provides training through real-world simulations, personalized mentoring, and practical coursework. Students develop skills in initiating data projects, sourcing information, transforming datasets, analyzing data, and presenting results which form an essential toolkit for the field of data analytics.
Program Objectives
- Explain data types, data structures, and data sources.
- Diagram the complete data analytics project cycle.
- Identify and articulate data-driven problems and questions.
- Utilize various tools including spreadsheets, SQL, Python, and R for data gathering, data cleaning, and analysis.
- Calculate descriptive statistics, perform exploratory data analysis, and inferential statistics for insights.
- Communicate insights derived from data analysis efficiently and persuasively through visualizations, presentations, and reports.
- Construct SQL queries, querying, filtering, and manipulating data within relational databases.
- Apply machine learning principles for preprocessing, model construction, and evaluation.
- Incorporate industry-standard tools and practices for impactful visualizations and extracting meaningful insights.
- Initiate comprehensive projects applying acquired skills to solve real-world problems, while effectively managing time and objectives.
Dental Assisting
Bridgerland - Main, Davis - Main, Mountainland - Main, Mountainland - Payson, Ogden-Weber - Main
The Dental Assisting Program is designed to prepare for employment of the professional chairside assistant. Students focus on the basics of dental assisting, nutrition, dental prevention, dental disease, infection control, instruments and tray setups for dental procedures, dental materials, anatomy, radiology, dental specialties, law and ethics, CPR, and a clinical experience.
Program Objectives
- Correlate the knowledge of anatomy, physiology, psychology, microbiology to the roles and responsibilities of a dental assistant.
- Identify commonly used equipment, supplies, instrumentation, and medications used in the dental chairside setting.
- Apply the principles of asepsis to the dental office and its environment.
- Perform competently and safely the skills of a dental assistant.
- Use legal, moral, and ethical principles to evaluate the care of a dental patient.
- Demonstrate the professional attributes of a dental assistant.
- Pass the final exam and certifications for the dental field.
Digital Design
Bridgerland - Main, Dixie - Main, Mountainland - Main, Ogden-Weber - Main, Salt Lake - Main
The Digital Design Program provides a strong foundation in the diverse fields of a graphic designer. Students learn theory and experience hands-on application in the production of electronically generated media for print, television, film, websites, and mobile computing.
In the coursework, students design creative collateral for companies and/or clients. Course topics include graphic design, design principles, photography, image manipulation, illustration, desktop publishing, and motion design with skills in video production, animation, motion graphics, interactive design, small business marketing, and a final portfolio.
Students will gain the skills necessary for entry-level employment in creative careers and learn industry practices, graphic design, illustration, photography, motion graphics & animation, and front-end web designs. Students work with prominent industry software to develop literacy and production skills.
Program Objectives
- Develop skills that will prepare students to work in creative skills.
- Use professional graphic design software.
- Explain the creative process with employers and clients.
- Discuss projects with a creative team to work seamlessly together to produce professional work.
- Demonstrate skills by creating and showing a professional portfolio of work.
- Develop the soft skills that are essential for interviewing, working with clients, and running a business.
Digital Marketing and Analytics
Mountainland - Main, Mountainland - Payson, Snow - Ephraim
In the Digital Marketing and Analytics program, students will learn the fundamental principles of marketing, strategy, and best practices. Students will learn the day-to-day tasks of the modern digital marketer from lectures, guest speakers, presentations, and hands-on application. Through instruction and hands-on practice, students will learn and test their skills in Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, and Email Marketing.
Program Objectives
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the fundamentals of digital marketing and marketing analytics.
- Define key digital marketing and analytics terms and definitions.
- Assess marketing data using industry tools and best practices.
- Create strategic digital marketing plans following industry suggested best practices.
- Implement a digital marketing strategy in a business.
- Complete industry certifications to show competencies in each digital marketing vertical.
Electrical Apprenticeship
Bridgerland - Main, Davis - Main, Dixie - Main, Mountainland - Main, Ogden-Weber - Main, Salt Lake - Main, Snow - Ephraim, Southwest - Main, Tooele - Main, USU - Eastern
The Electrical Apprenticeship program provides a solid understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC), its layout, the requirements for different electrical systems, and the components of those systems. This program discusses the risks involved with electricity and electrical systems as well as the safety equipment and measures that are in place to protect electricians and the general public alike.
Program Objectives
- Apply of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Navigate the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Calculate the sizes of different electrical system parts.
- Explain the application of A/C and D/C electrical theory.
- Explain Electrical Safety procedures, processes, and equipment.
- Wire electrical circuits per national codes and safety regulations.
Fabrication and Fitting
Mountainland - Main
In this Fabrication and Fitting program, students will learn the base principles and practices of metal fabrication across a wide variety of industrial standards. Students will learn how to read blueprints and assemble metal products according to engineered drawings. They will also learn fabrication skills, according to specific standards and codes set in place by major industrial organizations, such as the American Welding Society and the American Petroleum Institute.
Program Objectives
- Operate common fabrication equipment such as drill presses, brake presses, and overhead cranes in the safest manner possible.
- Sketch drawings of fabricated product based on the application, using fundamentals of design.
- Apply the mathematics of engineering to produce a blueprint or drawing.
- Operate common machinery found in a fabrication shop, including the pipe threader, CNC tables, and overhead cranes.
- Turn drawings into physical fabricated products, including steel pipe assemblies, structural components, and any other form of metal product that would require different skills to build.
- Operate basic welding equipment, thermal cutting equipment, and hand-tools to effectively fabricate a wide range of products.
HVACR Technician
Davis - Main, Dixie - Main, Mountainland - Main, Salt Lake - Main, Snow - Ephraim, USU - Eastern
This program prepares students for an interesting and profitable career as an HVACR Technician. Technicians will install, service and repair equipment in a wide range of applications including residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial settings. This program provides participants with the opportunity to prepare for a successful career, anywhere in the world, and acquire the knowledge and skills that will qualify them for employment opportunities with incomes higher than the typical U.S. household. Additionally, this industry has proven to be resistant to economic downturns. With increasing energy costs and indoor air quality expectations, employment opportunities and earnings are on the rise.
Program Objectives
- Demonstrate safe work practices during all aspects of training.
- Demonstrate an understanding of electricity as it applies to air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems.
- Demonstrate the application of refrigeration theory as it applies to servicing air conditioning, heat pump and refrigeration systems.
- Prepare for the Environmental Protection Agency Section 608 Refrigerant Handling Certification.
- Prepare for the Rocky Mountain Gas Association Natural Gas Technician Certification.
- Demonstrate a variety of methods to assemble pipe and tubing.
- Demonstrate the ability to successfully diagnose electrical and mechanical problems with air conditioning, refrigeration, furnace, and boiler systems.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing.
Lineman Pre-Apprenticeship
Uintah Basin - Main
This program provides students with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills required for entry-level roles in the utility and electrical services industry. Through a combination of classroom instruction and practical training, students will gain a solid foundation in electrical theory, workplace safety, and field operations. The curriculum emphasizes real-world applications, including climbing techniques, rigging, electrical safety, and substation familiarity, preparing students for work in high-voltage environments and utility fieldwork.
Master Barber
Ogden-Weber - Main, Tooele - Main
This program is designed to prepare students to enter the world of professional barbering. Students can secure employment in a salon and/or prepare to open their own barber shop. Students will develop communication, professional behavior, and the core skills of working in a business. Students will work with salon guests in a well-equipped salon and will perform these skills with the newest techniques, products and equipment in the industry. Students learn to communicate with customers, analyze hair, perform the duties of hair cutting, coloring, styling, and chemical texture services.
Students are prepared to take the National Interstate Council (NIC) Barber Styling Practical examinations required for licensure in the State of Utah.
Program Objectives
- Demonstrate principles and barbering skills; shampooing, styling, men and women haircutting, straight razor shaving, hair extensions, chemical texture services, haircoloring, and other concepts essential to becoming a successful barber.
- Explain general sciences, related to barbering such as anatomy, infection control, hair structure, diseases and disorders, chemistry and electricity.
- Demonstrate salon processes and etiquette with sanitation procedures necessary for the health and safety of clients and self.
- Perform barbering services on mannequins and public guests.
- Communicate effectively with salon guests and coworkers.
- Demonstrate communication through electronic, verbal and written formats.
- Prepare for state board licensure examinations and licensing for the State of Utah
- Explain and practice first aid.
Master Esthetician
Bridgerland - Main, Davis - Main, Southwest - Main
The Master Esthetics program prepares students to enter the world of skin care, and natural nail care by teaching the required skills for success in one of the fastest growing fields in the beauty industry. Students develop communication skills, professional behavior, and the core skills of working in, or building a spa business. Students work with spa guests in a modern, well-equipped spa with the newest techniques, products and equipment in the industry. This program offers education in facials, manicures, pedicures, skin care massage, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, ultrasonic facials, LED light facials, microcurrent facials, advanced hair removal, advanced makeup, body treatments. Students build upon skills and develop more specific training in advanced facial techniques, and laser treatments. At the end of the program, students are qualified to take the Utah State Master Esthetician Licensing Exams.
Program Objectives
- Demonstrate basic and master esthetic skills such as: communication skills, professional behavior, facials, manicures, and pedicures, advanced facial techniques, skin care massage, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, ultrasonic facials, LED light facials, microcurrent facials, advanced hair removal, advanced makeup, body treatments, and advanced laser treatments.
- Explain general sciences related to Esthetics such as anatomy, infection control, skin structure, skin diseases and disorders, chemistry and electricity.
- Demonstrate spa processes and etiquette with proper sanitation procedures necessary for the health and safety of spa guests and self.
- Perform esthetic services on manikins and spa guests.
- Communicate effectively with spa guests and colleagues.
- Demonstrate communication skills through electronic, verbal, and written formats.
- Prepare for the state board licensure exam.
Master Hair Design and Master Barber
Mountainland - Main
This program is designed to prepare students to enter the world of hair design and barbering. Students can secure employment in a salon and/or prepare to open a new salon business. Students will develop communication, professional behavior, and the core skills of working in a salon business.
Students will work with salon guests in a well-equipped salon and will perform these skills with the newest techniques, products and equipment in the industry. Students learn to communicate with customers, analyze hair, perform the duties of hair cutting, coloring, styling, and chemical texture services.
Students are prepared to take the National Interstate Council (NIC) Hair Design Theory and Barber Styling Practical examinations required for licensure in the State of Utah.
Program Objectives
- Demonstrate principles and hair design/barbering skills; shampooing, styling, men and women haircutting, straight razor shaving, hair extensions, chemical texture services, haircoloring, and other concepts essential to becoming a successful hair designer and barber.
- Explain general sciences, related to hair design/barbering such as anatomy, infection control, hair structure, diseases and disorders, chemistry and electricity.
- Demonstrate salon processes and etiquette with sanitation procedures necessary for the health and safety of clients and self.
- Perform hair design/barbering services on Mannequins and public guests.
- Communicate effectively with salon guests and coworkers.
- Demonstrates communication through electronic, verbal and written formats.
- Prepare for state board licensure examinations and licensing for the State of Utah.
- Explain and practice first aid.