Associate of Applied Science Degree Skilled Trades Technologies
Building Maintenance Major ...242
Construction Trades Major ...345
Electrical Major ...346
Mechanical Major...348
Skilled Trades Technologies Certificates Building Maintenance ...343 Electrical ...347 Electronics ...347 HVACR ...343 Industrial Mechanic ...349 Machining ...349
ODOT Highway Technician ...350
Skilled Trades Technologies
The Skilled Trades Technologies program is offered in response to expressed
training needs from local industries. Owens Community College has developed
an application-oriented program directly targeted to the requirements of a
modern manufacturing environment. An advisory committee, representing
a cross-section of area business and industry, provides valuable input in the
development of this program. Owens Community College offers training in a
modern facility with laboratories that provide hands-on training supported by
knowledgeable instructors.
The Skilled Trades Technologies program offers flexible, customized curriculum that can be delivered to companies with special training needs. This modular curriculum offers training in specific topics necessary for enhancing or developing employees’ skill sets. This curriculum can be delivered at the convenience of the companies’ schedules and can be delivered at the Owens campus or the company site. Contact a Skilled Trades Technologies representative for more information. APPRENTICESHIP:
In conjunction with the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship, apprentices have classroom, laboratory and shop theory experience in such trades as: Toolmaker, Electrician, Building Maintenance, Heating and Air Conditioning, Machine Repair, Patternmaker, Pipefitting and Plumbing, Machinist, Millwright, Maintenance Mechanic, Die Design, Die Maker and Moldmaker. Programs are tailored to meet the needs of individual companies.
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PREREQUISITES
All students should check for prerequisites for a class before registering. Prerequisites can be found at www.owens.edu.
Building Maintenance Major
This major provides students with the understanding
and application of maintenance concepts in electricity,
plumbing, heating, air conditioning, security alarm
systems and energy management control systems as
they apply to hospitals, churches, schools/universities,
high-rise buildings, commercial businesses, along with
heating and air conditioning contractors.
1 May be selected from SKT courses not listed as required courses for this major. See a Skilled Trades advisor for course selection.
CAREER PRogRAm DEgREE offERED: Associate of Applied Science CAmPUS offERED: Toledo and Findlay CREDITS REQUIRED: 71 PoTENTIAl CAREERS:
This major offers students who are interested in entering the field of building maintenance an excellent opportunity to improve their employment potential. CERTIfICATE PRogRAmS: Students interested in a specific area within building maintenance, HVACR or pipefitting/plumbing without earning an associate degree should explore the Building Maintenance, HVACR or Pipefitting/Plumbing certificates. APPRENTICESHIP:
In conjunction with the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship, apprentices have classroom, laboratory and shop theory experience in such trades as: Toolmaker, Electrician, Building Maintenance, Heating and Air Conditioning, Machine Repair, Patternmaker, Pipefitting and Plumbing, Machinist, Millwright, Maintenance Mechanic, Die Design, Die Maker and Moldmaker. Programs are tailored to meet the needs of individual companies.
Required Courses
1st Semester
ENG 111 Composition I 3 lec 3 credits
MTH 151 Applied Algebra 2 lec 2 credits
QCT 105 Technology in Society 2 lec 2 credits SKT 131 Electrical Print Reading 2 lec 2 credits SKT 151 Fluid Power: Hydraulics 3 lec 3 credits SKT 170 Maintenance Electricity 3 lec 3 credits SKT 237 Maintenance Tools and Equipment 3 lec 3 credits
18 credits 2nd Semester
EET 130 Computer Diagnosis 2 lec 3 lab 3 credits
ENG 112 Composition II 3 lec 3 credits
MTH 152 Applied Geometry/Trigonometry 2 lec 2 credits SKT 145 Building Print Reading 2 lec 2 credits
SKT 150 Plumbing Systems 3 lec 3 credits
SKT 176 Electricity: HVACR Principles 1 lec 3 lab 2 credits SKT 195 Low/High Pressure Boiler/Operation 4 lec 4 credits
19 credits
3rd Semester - Apply for graduation now BUS 101 Contemporary Business
or
BUS 120 Business Management 3 lec 3 credits PHY 151 Industrial Physics: Mechanics 2 lec 2 credits PSY 111 Industrial/Organizational Psychology 3 lec 3 credits SKT 128 Building Energy Management 2 lec 2 credits SKT 158 Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Principles 3 lec 3 credits _______ Technical Electives1 5 lec 5 credits
18 credits 4th Semester
ENG 120 Business Communications 3 lec 3 credits PHY 152 Industrial Physics: Heat, Light, Sound 2 lec 2 credits SKT 197 Sheet Metal Fabrication/Layout 1 lec 3 lab 2 credits
SPE 101 Public Speaking 3 lec 3 credits
_______ Technical Electives1 6 lec 6 credits
PREREQUISITES
All students should check for prerequisites for a class before registering. Prerequisites can be found at www.owens.edu.
Building Maintenance Certificates
Building Maintenance Certificate
This certificate is designed for students who would
like to work in office and apartment buildings, hotels,
motels, hospitals, schools/universities, banks and small
commercial and industrial businesses as maintenance
personnel. Prior to beginning the certificate, the
student should contact the SKT department.
HVACR Certificate
The heating, ventilating, air conditioning and
refrigeration (HVACR) certificate is for building
maintenance employees, HVACR contractors,
technicians and/or apprentices who are required to
have an extensive practical knowledge of the many
HVACR principles used in area homes, businesses,
schools, hospitals and industries. Prior to beginning
the certificate, the student should contact the SKT
department.
Technical Courses
MTH 151 Applied Algebra 2 credits
MTH 152 Applied Geometry/Trigonometry 2 credits SKT 121 Industrial Communications1 2 credits
SKT 128 Building Energy Management 2 credits
SKT 131 Electrical Print Reading 2 credits
SKT 145 Building Print Reading1 2 credits
SKT 158 Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Principles 3 credits SKT 159 Pipefitting/Plumbing Concepts 3 credits
SKT 165 Gas Heating Principles 2 credits
SKT 170 Maintenance Electricity 3 credits
SKT 176 Electricity: HVACR Principles 2 credits SKT 181 Motor Control and Systems 2 credits SKT 195 Low/High Pressure Boiler Operation 4 credits SKT 240 Advanced Refrigeration/Air Conditioning 2 credits
Technical Courses
MTH 151 Applied Algebra 2 credits
MTH 152 Applied Geometry/Trigonometry 2 credits SKT 121 Industrial Communications1 2 credits
SKT 131 Electrical Print Reading 2 credits
SKT 145 Building Print Reading 2 credits
SKT 158 Refrigeration/AC Principles 3 credits
SKT 165 Gas Heating Principles2 2 credits
SKT 166 Oil/Electric Heating Principles2 2 credits
SKT 167 Psychrometrics, Air Handling and Venting2 2 credits
SKT 170 Maintenance Electricity 3 credits
SKT 176 Electricity: HVACR Principles2 2 credits
SKT 181 Motor Control and Systems 2 credits SKT 197 Sheet Metal Fabrication/Layout2 2 credits
SKT 240 Advanced Refrigeration and AC 2 credits
SKT 241 Electronics for HVACR 2 credits
SKT 244 Troubleshooting HVACR Systems 2 credits
1 Required course for certificate completion
2 Students must take at least two of these classes: SKT 165, SKT 166, SKT 167, SKT 176 and SKT 197.
1 Required course for certificate completion
CAREER CERTIfICATES CAmPUS offERED: Toledo and Findlay CREDITS REQUIRED: Building Maintenance - 29 HVACR - 29
Technical courses may be selected from, but are not limited to, the classes listed with each certificate, based on department approval.
CAREER PRogRAm:
Credits earned in this certificate program may be applied toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree in the Building Maintenance Major.
PREREQUISITES
All students should check for prerequisites for a class before registering. Prerequisites can be found at www.owens.edu.
Building Maintenance Certificates
Pipefitting/Plumbing Certificate
This certificate is for the employee who is required to
understand the principles of hydraulics, pneumatics,
plumbing, piping systems installation and welding
principles. Prior to beginning the certificate, the
student should contact the SKT department.
Technical Courses
MTH 128 College Algebra1 3 credits
SKT 145 Building Print Reading 2 credits
SKT 150 Piping Systems 3 credits
SKT 151 Fluid Power: Hydraulics 3 credits
SKT 152 Fluid Power: Hydraulic Pumps/Systems 3 credits SKT 153 Fluid Power: Pneumatics/Logic 3 credits SKT 159 Pipefitting/Plumbing Concepts 3 credits
SKT 188 Piping Print Reading 2 credits
WLD 191 Introduction to Welding Processes 2 credits WLD 192 SMAW (Flat and Horizontal) 2 credits
WLD 262 GMAW Welding 2 credits
WLD 265 Pipe Welding Pre-Certification and Testing 2 credits
1 Required course for certificate completion 2 Recommended
CAREER CERTIfICATES CAmPUS offERED: Toledo and Findlay CREDITS REQUIRED: Pipefitting/Plumbing - 29
Technical courses may be selected from, but are not limited to, the classes listed with each certificate, based on department approval.
CAREER PRogRAm:
Credits earned in this certificate program may be applied toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree in the Building Maintenance Major.
PREREQUISITES
All students should check for prerequisites for a class before registering. Prerequisites can be found at www.owens.edu.
Construction Trades Major
This major provides students currently working in a
registered apprenticeship program, or those who have
a journeyperson’s certificate from a registered program,
an opportunity to use their technical training to achieve
an associate degree. The program focuses on the areas
of carpentry, plumbing, sheet metal, construction
millwrights and other construction trades.
Required Courses
1st Semester
ENG 111 Composition I 3 lec 3 credits
MTH 151 Applied Algebra 2 lec 2 credits
SKT 260 Apprenticeship Block I1 4-5 credits
SUP 101 On Being a Supervisor 1 lec 1 credit
_______ Technical Electives2 6 credits
16-17 credits
2nd Semester
IST 100 Fundamentals of Computing Syst. 1 lec 1 credit
ENG 112 Composition II 3 lec 3 credits
MTH 152 Applied Geometry/Trigonometry 2 lec 2 credits SKT 261 Apprenticeship Block II 4 lec 3-7 credits
SUP 102 Managing Yourself 1 lec 1 credit
_______ Technical Electives2 6 credits
16-20 credits
3rd Semester - Apply for graduation now
PHY 151 Industrial Physics – Mechanics 2 lec 2 credits BUS 120 Business Management 3 lec 3 credits ENG 120 Business Communications 3 lec 3 credits PSY 111 Industrial Organizational Psychology 3 lec 3 credits SKT 262 Apprenticeship Block III1 4 lec 3-6 credits
SUP 103 Developing Communication Skills 1 lec 1 credit
15-18 credits
4th Semester
SKT 263 Apprenticeship Block IV1 4 lec 3-5 credits
SPE 210 Small Group Communication 3 lec 3 credits
SUP 104 Leadership 1 lec 1 credit
SUP 105 Improving Productivity and Quality 1 lec 1 credit
_______ Technical Electives2 7 credits
15-17 credits
1 Courses and sequence dependent on the student’s trade. Contact SKT department for course selection.
2 May be selected from additional SKT courses, including SKT Apprenticeship blocks V to XVIII, or Journeyperson upgrade courses.
CAREER PRogRAm DEgREE offERED: Associate of Applied Science CAmPUS offERED: Toledo
CREDITS REQUIRED: 62-72 APPRENTICESHIP:
In conjunction with the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship, apprentices have classroom, laboratory and shop theory experience in such trades as: Toolmaker, Electrician, Building Maintenance, Heating and Air Conditioning, Machine Repair, Patternmaker, Pipefitting and Plumbing, Machinist, Millwright, Maintenance Mechanic, Die Design, Die Maker and Moldmaker. Programs are tailored to meet the needs of individual companies.
PREREQUISITES
All students should check for prerequisites for a class before registering. Prerequisites can be found at www.owens.edu.
Electrical Major
This major encompasses a variety of courses in
the industrial electrical environment. Students
are instructed in diagnostics, troubleshooting,
repair and circuit construction. The program also
provides theory and hands-on instruction in several
interdisciplinary areas such as programmable logic
controls, and digital electronics.
Required Courses
1st Semester
ENG 111 Composition I 3 lec 3 credits
MTH 151 Applied Algebra 2 lec 2 credits
QCT 105 Technology in Society 2 lec 2 credits SKT 131 Electrical Print Reading 2 lec 2 credits SKT 141 Drafting/Blueprint Reading: Principles 2 lec 2 credits SKT 161 Basic Machining Principles: Benchwork 3 lec 3 credits SKT 171 Electricity: DC Principles 2 lec 2 credits
16 credits 2nd Semester
ENG 112 Composition II 3 lec 3 credits
MTH 152 Applied Geometry/Trig 2 lec 2 credits PHY 151 Industrial Physics: Mechanics 2 lec 2 credits SKT 151 Fluid Power: Hydraulics 3 lec 3 credits SKT 172 Electricity: Magnetism, DC Motors,
Generators 2 lec 2 credits
SKT 174 Electricity: AC Principles 3 lec 3 credits SKT 181 Motor Control Systems 2 lec 2 credits
17 credits 3rd Semester - Apply for graduation now
EET 130 Computer Diagnosis 2 lec 3 lab 3 credits PHY 152 Industrial Physics: Heat, Light, Sound 2 lec 2 credits PSY 111 Industrial/Organizational Psychology 3 lec 3 credits SKT ___ Technical Elective1 4 lec 4 credits
SKT 132 Electrical Prints: Control Prints 2 lec 2 credits SKT 182 Motor Control Systems Inter. 2 lec 2 credits
SPE 101 Public Speaking 3 lec 3 credits
19 credits 4th Semester
ENG 120 Business Communications 3 lec 3 credits SKT 183 Motor Control Systems PLCs 2 lec 2 credits SKT 184 National Electrical Code 2 lec 2 credits SKT 281 Electronics: Principles & Applications 3 lec 3 credits SKT ___ Technical Elective1 4 lec 6 credits
16 credits
1 May be selected from SKT courses not listed as required courses for the major. Contact SKT department. CAREER PRogRAm
DEgREE offERED: Associate of Applied Science CAmPUS offERED: Toledo and Findlay CREDITS REQUIRED: 68 PoTENTIAl CAREERS:
This major offers students the potential to pursue employment opportunities in commercial/industrial electricity. CERTIfICATE PRogRAmS:
Students interested in a specific area within an electrical or electronics concentration without earning an associate degree should explore the Electrical or Electronics certificate.
APPRENTICESHIP:
In conjunction with the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship, apprentices have classroom, laboratory and shop theory experience in such trades as: Toolmaker, Electrician, Building Maintenance, Heating and Air Conditioning, Machine Repair, Patternmaker, Pipefitting and Plumbing, Machinist, Millwright, Maintenance Mechanic, Die Design, Die Maker and Moldmaker. Programs are tailored to meet the needs of individual companies.
PREREQUISITES
All students should check for prerequisites for a class before registering. Prerequisites can be found at www.owens.edu.
Electrical Certificates
Electrical Certificate
This certificate is designed for students who are
pursuing a career as a commercial/industrial electrician.
Completion of the program will provide a working
knowledge of electrical theory and electrical motor
control including programmable logic control (PLC)
and control systems. Prior to beginning the certificate,
the student should contact the SKT department.
Technical Courses
MTH 151 Applied Algebra 2 credits
MTH 152 Applied Geometry/Trigonometry 2 credits
SKT 131 Electrical Print Reading 2 credits
SKT 132 Electrical Print Reading: Control Prints 2 credits SKT 133 Electrical Print Reading: Industrial Prints 2 credits SKT 171 Electricity: DC Principles 2 credits SKT 172 Electricity: Magnetism, DC Motors, Generators 2 credits SKT 174 Electricity: AC Principles 3 credits SKT 175 Electricity: Electrical Application 3 credits
SKT 181 Motor Control / Systems 2 credits
SKT 182 Motor Control / Systems: Intermediate2 2 credits
SKT 183 Motor Control / Systems: PLC2 2 credits
SKT 184 National Electrical Code1 2 credits SKT 254 Motor Control / Systems: Advanced2 2 credits
SKT 255 Motor Control / Systems: Advanced PLC2 2 credits
SKT 256 Motor Control / Systems: PLC Applications 2 credits
Technical Courses
MTH 151 Applied Algebra 2 credits
MTH 152 Applied Geometry/Trigonometry 2 credits
SKT 131 Electrical Print Reading 2 credits
SKT 132 Electrical Print Reading: Control Prints 2 credits SKT 171 Electricity: DC Principles 2 credits SKT 172 Electricity: Magnetism, DC Motors, Generators 2 credits SKT 174 Electricity: AC Principles 3 credits
SKT 181 Motor Control / Systems 2 credits
SKT 182 Motor Control / Systems: Intermediate 2 credits SKT 183 Motor Control / Systems: PLC 2 credits SKT 254 Motor Control / Systems: Advanced 2 credits SKT 255 Motor Control / Systems: Advanced PLC 2 credits SKT 281 Electronics: Principles & Apps1 3 credits
SKT 283 Electronics: Logic Circuits3 3 credits
SKT 285 Electronics: Industrial Controls3 2 credits
SKT 286 Electronics: Troubleshooting3 2 credits
Electronics Certificate
This certificate is for students who are pursuing a
good, solid foundation in electronics theory, devices,
circuits, programmable logic controls (PLC), test
equipment and application. Prior to beginning
the certificate, the student should contact the SKT
department.
1 Required courses for certificate completion 2 Recommended
3 Students must take at least two of these classes. 1 Required courses for certificate completion 2 Recommended
CERTIfICATE PRogRAm CAmPUS offERED: Toledo and Findlay CREDITS REQUIRED: Electrical - 29 Electronics - 29
Technical courses may be selected from, but are not limited to, the classes listed with each certificate, based on department approval.
CAREER PRogRAm:
Credits earned in this certificate program may be applied toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree in the Electrical Major.
PREREQUISITES
All students should check for prerequisites for a class before registering. Prerequisites can be found at www.owens.edu.
Mechanical Major
This major encompasses a variety of courses in the
industrial/mechanical environment. Students are
instructed in drafting, machine design and repair and
machining principles, which may include tool and
die design and detailing, fluid power applications and
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) applications.
In addition to the theory and hands-on instruction
received in the mechanical technology areas, the
student’s education will be greatly enhanced through
courses such as communications, industrial psychology,
management and applied statistical process control.
Required Courses
1st Semester
ENG 111 Composition I 3 lec 3 credits
MTH 151 Applied Algebra 2 lec 2 credits
QCT 105 Technology in Society 2 lec 2 credits SKT 131 Electrical Print Reading 2 lec 2 credits SKT 141 Drafting/Blueprint Reading: Principles 2 lec 2 credits SKT 161 Machining Principles: Benchwork 3 lec 3 credits SKT 171 Electricity: DC Principles 2 lec 2 credits WLD 191 Introduction to Welding Processes 1 lec 3 lab 2 credits
18 credits 2nd Semester
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NG 112 Composition II 3 lec 3 creditsMTH 152 Applied Geometry/Trig 2 lec 2 credits PHY 151 Industrial Physics: Mechanics 2 lec 2 credits QCT 110 Statistical Process Control 3 lec 3 credits SKT 142 Drafting/Blueprint Reading: Intermed 2 lec 2 credits SKT 151 Fluid Power: Hydraulics 3 lec 3 credits SKT 162 Machining Principles: Lathe/Mill 3 lec 3 credits
18 credits 3rd Semester - Apply for graduation now
BUS 101 Contemporary Business
or
BUS 120 Business Management 3 lec 3 credits EET 130 Computer Diagnosis 2 lec 3 lab 3 credits PSY 111 Industrial/Organizational Psychology 3 lec 3 credits
SPE 101 Public Speaking 3 lec 3 credits
_______ Technical Electives1 6 lec 6 credits
18 credits 4th Semester
ENG 120 Business Communications 3 lec 3 credits
SKT 144 GD&T 2 lec 2 credits
SKT 157 Plant Equipment: Gears/Bearings 3 lec 3 credits SKT 160 Machinery’s Handbook 2 lec 2 credits _______ Technical Electives1 6 lec 6 credits
_______ Basic Elective2 3 lec 3 credits
19 credits 1 May be selected from SKT courses not listed as required
courses for this major. Contact SKT department.
2 Recommended: ACC 101, BUS 101, BUS 110, BUS 120, BUS 130, BUS 205, BUS 220, IST 131, SUP 101, SUP 102, SUP 103, SUP 104 or SUP 105 for a total of 3 credits hours.
CAREER PRogRAm DEgREE offERED: Associate of Applied Science CAmPUS offERED: Toledo and Findlay CREDITS REQUIRED: 73 CERTIfICATE PRogRAmS: Students interested in a specific area within an industrial mechanic, pipefitting/ plumbing or machining concentration without earning an associate degree should explore the Industrial Mechanic, Pipefitting/Plumbing or Machining certificates.
PoTENTIAl CAREERS:
Students interested in working in the areas of foremanship and supervision in a manufacturing setting should take this concentration.
APPRENTICESHIP:
In conjunction with the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship, apprentices have classroom, laboratory and shop theory experience in such trades as: Toolmaker, Electrician, Building Maintenance, Heating and Air Conditioning, Machine Repair, Patternmaker, Pipefitting and Plumbing, Machinist, Millwright, Maintenance Mechanic, Die Design, Die Maker and Moldmaker. Programs are tailored to meet the needs of individual companies.
PREREQUISITES
All students should check for prerequisites for a class before registering. Prerequisites can be found at www.owens.edu.
Technical Courses
MTH 151 Applied Algebra 2 credits
MTH 152 Applied Geometry/Trigonometry 2 credits
SKT 131 Electrical Print Reading 2 credits
SKT 141 Drafting Blueprint Reading: Principles 2 credits
SKT 151 Fluid Power: Hydraulics 3 credits
SKT 152 Fluid Power: Hydraulic Pumps/Systems 3 credits SKT 153 Fluid Power: Pneumatics/Logic 3 credits
SKT 156 Conveyors/Systems 3 credits
SKT 157 Plant Equipment: Gears/Bearings 3 credits SKT 161 Machining Principles: Benchwork 3 credits SKT 171 Electricity: DC Principles 2 credits SKT 181 Motor Control and Systems 2 credits SKT 237 Maintenance Tools and Equipment 3 credits SKT 238 Machine Moving and Equipment 3 credits SKT 239 Mechanical Power Transmission System 3 credits
WLD 191 Introduction to Welding 2 credits
Mechanical Certificates
Industrial Mechanic Certificate
This certificate is designed for students who are
interested in acquiring knowledge about hydraulics,
pneumatics and mechanical operations, pumps, gears,
bearings, rigging, conveyors and mechanical systems
used in mechanical/industrial maintenance. Prior to
beginning the certificate, the student should contact
the SKT department.
Machining Certificate
This certificate is designed for students interested
in the various machine trades, such as machinist,
tool and die mold maker, pattern maker, tool
maker, CNC operator and more.
Technical Courses
MTH 151 Applied Algebra 2 credits
MTH 152 Applied Geometry/Trigonometry 2 credits
CAM 122 CNC Mill Applications 2 credits
CAM 124 CNC Lathe 2 credits
CAM 126 Advanced CNC Applications 2 credits
CAM 216 Basic CAD/CAM 2 credits
SKT 141 Drafting/Blueprint Reading: Principles 2 credits SKT 142 Drafting/Blueprint Reading: Intermediate 2 credits SKT 143 Drafting/Blueprint Reading: 3-D 2 credits SKT 144 Drafting/Blueprint Reading: Advanced 2 credits
SKT 160 Machinery’s Handbook 2 credits
SKT 161 Machining Principles: Benchwork 3 credits SKT 162 Machining Principles: Lathe Mill 3 credits
WLD 266 GTAW Welding 2 credits
CAREER CERTIfICATES CAmPUS offERED: Toledo and Findlay CREDITS REQUIRED: Industrial Mechanic - 29 Machining - 29
Technical courses may be selected from, but are not limited to, the classes listed with each certificate, based on department approval
CAREER PRogRAm:
Credits earned in this certificate program may be applied toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree in the Mechanical Major.
PREREQUISITES
All students should check for prerequisites for a class before registering. Prerequisites can be found at www.owens.edu.
Technical Courses
ENG 098* Basic Business & Grammar .3 credits
MTH 098* Basic Technical Math 1 credit
DOT 104 Aggregate Technician .5 credits
DOT 108 Basic Highway Surveying .4 credits
DOT 116 Basic Structures .4 credits
DOT 118 Work Zone Maintenance .75 credits
DOT 122 Drainage .75 credits
DOT 123 Basic Earthwork .4 credits
DOT 134 Flexible Pavement 1 credit
DOT 135 Fraud & Ethics Awareness .25 credits
DOT 136 Highway Roadside .75 credits
DOT 138 Maintenance Operation Overview .63 credits DOT 140 Personal Safety Awareness .4 credits
DOT 146 Regulated Waste .4 credits
DOT 164 Sediment & Erosion Control .75 credits DOT 168 Snow & Ice Control .3 credits DOT 169 Truck & Loader School 2 credits
10.98 credits
ODOT Highway Technician Certificates
Level I Certificate
This certificate is provided for the Ohio Department
of Transportation (ODOT) Highway Technician (HT)
employees who complete the HT Academy Level I
curriculum. The curriculum is part of the HT series
designed to prepare ODOT HT employees to work
within the various fields of ODOT’s responsibilities.
Upon completion of the Level I curriculum, ODOT
employees will have met the Owens Community
College requirements for attaining the Level I certificate
and will be able to advance to ODOT’s Level II
curriculum.
CAREER CERTIfICATES CAmPUS offERED: Toledo CREDITS REQUIRED: Level I - 10.98 Level II - 7.65Only ODOT courses listed with each certificate apply. All course work listed is required. No course substitutions are available.
CAREER PRogRAm:
Credits earned in this certificate program may be applied toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree in the Construction Major.
This is a selective program. Only ODOT employees working as Highway Technicians are eligible for these certificates.
Level II Certificate
This certificate is provided for the Ohio Department
of Transportation (ODOT) Highway Technician (HT)
employees who complete the HT Academy Level I
curriculum. The curriculum is part of the HT series
designed to prepare ODOT HT employees to work
within the various fields of ODOT’s responsibilities.
Upon completion of the Level II curriculum, ODOT
employees will have met the Owens Community
College requirements for attaining the Level II
certificate and will be able to advance to ODOT’s Level
III curriculum.
Technical Courses
DOT 103 Traffic Control Devices .75 credits DOT 105 Construction Operations Overview .63 credits
DOT 106 Aggregate Level II .63 credits
DOT 109 Advanced Highway Surveying .63 credits DOT 110 Basic Highway Plan Reading .38 credits
DOT 117 Advanced Structures 1 credit
DOT 119 Advanced Maintenance of Traffic .38 credits
DOT 124 Advanced Earthwork .75 credits
DOT 130 Asphalt Level I .38 credits
DOT 132 Introduction to Concrete .56 credits
DOT 133 Rigid Pavement .56 credits
DOT 150 ACI Certification 1 credit
7.65 credits * Not for graduation credit.
PREREQUISITES
All students should check for prerequisites for a class before registering. Prerequisites can be found at www.owens.edu.
