Structural Technology
Overview
Become an assistant to a design engineer or a construction manager with this academic certificate in structural analysis and management. You’ll learn to test and evaluate the properties of a variety of building materials, as well as become an expert in the principles of analysis and design of concrete and steel structures.
The Structural Technology Certificate is a four-semester part-time program that examines the engineering properties and testing of a variety of building materials; principles of analysis and design of concrete and steel structures; estimation of material quantity takeoffs and costs; engineering plans and specifications; and legal principles and contract documents for engineering construction projects. Steel detailing concepts are also addressed in structural steel design.
Certificate curricula are reviewed and updated periodically in response to community and industry demands. The student is cautioned to discuss certificate choices and course selections with an academic and career advisor before each registration cycle.
Program Type
Academic CertificateHow to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
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Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time Schedule
Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
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Semester 1 (12 Credit Hours) |
EGR-104 |
Engineering Technology Foundations Engineering Technology Foundations ID: EGR-104 Credit Hours: 3 This problem-based course introduces the student to fundamental concepts of electrical, mechanical, thermal, fluids, optical, and material systems related to engineering technology. Workplace readiness skills such as laboratory safety, communications, and teamwork are integrated into the course. |
• | • | 3 | ||
MAT-110 |
College Algebra College Algebra ID: MAT-110 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics: polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; inequalities; systems of equations and inequalities; matrices; determinants; simple linear programming; solutions of higher degree polynomials; combinatorial algebra, including the binomial theorem; and introduction to probability. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
CET-120 |
Construction Materials Construction Materials ID: CET-120 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes a study of basic materials used in construction, including research of building product specifications. |
• | 3 | ||||
EGT-151 |
Introduction to Cad Introduction to Cad ID: EGT-151 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the operation of a computer aided drafting system. The course includes interaction with a CAD station to produce technical drawings. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
Semester 2 (9 Credit Hours) |
AET-105 |
Construction Documents Construction Documents ID: AET-105 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the interpretation of residential, commercial, and industrial building construction documents, including construction specifications, general conditions, and construction industry symbols. |
• | 3 | |||
MAT-111 |
College Trigonometry College Trigonometry ID: MAT-111 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics: circular functions; trigonometric identities; solution of right and oblique triangles; solution of trigonometric equations; polar coordinates; complex numbers, including DeMoivre's Theorem; vectors; conic sections; sequences; and series. (Graphic calculator required) |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
CET-235 |
Construction Methods and Estimating Construction Methods and Estimating ID: CET-235 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers basic construction techniques with emphasis on cost estimating. This course includes quantity takeoff and tabulation of data spreadsheet format. Oral and written presentations are included. |
• | • | 3 | |||
Semester 3 (4 Credit Hours) |
EGR-194 |
Statics and Strength of Materials Statics and Strength of Materials ID: EGR-194 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers external and internal forces in structures and/or machines, including conditions of equilibrium, systems of force, moments of inertia and friction. It also covers the stress/strain relationships in materials. |
• | • | 4 | ||
Semester 4 (3 Credit Hours) |
CET-220 |
Concrete and Steel Design Concrete and Steel Design ID: CET-220 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the study of reinforced concrete and steel structural components. |
• | 3 | |||
Total Credit Hours | 28 | ||||||
Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$5,600.00 Not including fees and equipment |
What’s next after I complete this program?
Go straight to the workforce
Graduates of this certificate can immediately enter the workforce, getting jobs as structural technicians or civil engineering technicians.
Associate in Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology at MTC
Graduates of this certificate can take additional coursework in general education areas as well as specialized coursework in the area of Civil Engineering Technology to complete an associate degree.