Construction Essentials

Technical Diploma

Program number: 304103

Credits: 6

Area of Study: Construction, Manufacturing and Maintenance

Estimated Program Cost:

Tuition - $819.00
Materials/Supplemental Costs
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$307.44
Other Costs
-
$0.00
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Total Estimated Program Costs*:
$1,126.44
Overview

Overview

In the Construction Essentials Embedded Technical Diploma, you learn basic skills necessary for entry-level jobs in construction. You develop an understanding of construction processes, including identification and safe use of hand and portable power tools. You earn an industry recognized safety working environment certification (OSHA). 

According to a recent graduate survey, the average entry-level annual pay range for construction/remodeling is $22,000 to $35,000 plus benefits. Earning potential in this field can reach $50,000 or more in three to five years.

Program Details

Students in the Construction Essential Embedded Technical Diploma can attend full or part time.

Construction Essentials Embedded Technical Diploma classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:

  • Madison – Commercial Avenue

Explore financial aid eligibility for Construction Essentials.

 

All courses for this program are offered only in person.

Admission

Admission

To Apply

After Acceptance

Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at MATC.

Questions?

Contact Enrollment Services at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or (608) 246-6210.

Curriculum

Curriculum

Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2020-2021 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.

Current program students (including newly admitted), go directly to your Degree Progress Report (also referred to as an Advising Report or Academic Requirements) to view:

  • Progress toward your specific requirements
  • Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements

If you have questions after reviewing your report, please see Advising Services.

Transfer

Transfer Partnerships

There are currently no Transfer Partnerships for this program. Review our Transfer Opportunities page for information on all Madison College transfer options.

Careers

Careers

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  • Graduate Summary
    Graduate Report Summary Overview

    		 2017 2018
    Number of Program Graduates 25 22
    Number of Surveys Sent 25 22
    Number of Surveys Returned 13 12
    Percent of Surveys Returned 52.00% 54.50%
    Available for Employment 9 8
    Percent Available for Employment 90.00% 88.90%
    Not in Labor Market 4 4
    Percent Not in Labor Market 40.00% 44.40%
    Available for Employment

    		 2017 2018
    Graduates Employed 9 8
    Percent of Graduates Employed 100.00% 100.00%
    Employed in Related Occupation 5 6
    Percent Employed in Related Occupation 55.60% 75.00%
    Employed in Unrelated Occupation 4 2
    Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 44.40% 25.00%
    Employed - No Response 0 0
    Percent Employed - No Response 0.00% 0.00%
    Seeking Employment 0 0
    Percent Seeking Employment 0.00% 0.00%
    Reaction To Training at Madison College

    		 2017 2018
    Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 3.6 3.6 0
    Number of Satisfaction Responses 9 9
    Very Satisfied 6 5
    Percent Very Satisfied 66.70% 55.60%
    Satisfied 2 4
    Percent Satisfied 22.20% 44.40%
    Unsatisfied 1 0
    Percent Unsatisfied 11.10% 0.00%
    Very Unsatisfied 0 0
    Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.00% 0.00%
    Primary Reason for Attending Madison College

    		 2017 2018
    Number of Primary Reason Responses 13 12
    Preparation for Getting a Job 5 5
    Percent Preparation for Getting a Job 38.50% 41.70%
    Career Change 2 1
    Percent Career Change 15.40% 8.30%
    Improvement of Existing Skills 0 2
    Percent Improvement of Existing Skills 0.00% 16.70%
    Preparation for Further Education 4 3
    Percent Preparation for Further Education 30.80% 25.00%
    Personal Interest 2 1
    Percent Personal Interest 15.40% 8.30%
    Other 0 0
    Percent Other 0.00% 0.00%
    When Employment was Obtained

    		 2017 2018
    Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 9 8
    Before Enrollment 2 1
    Percent Before Enrollment 22.20% 12.50%
    While Attending the College 4 4
    Percent While Attending the College 44.40% 50.00%
    After Training at the College 3 3
    Percent After Training at the College 33.30% 37.50%
    Location of Employment (related and unrelated)

    		 2017 2018
    Number of Employment Location Responses 9 8
    In College District 6 7
    Percent In College District 66.70% 87.50%
    In Wisconsin, Not in District 1 1
    Percent of In Wisconsin 11.10% 12.50%
    Outside of Wisconsin 0 0
    Percent Outside Wisconsin 0.00% 0.00%
    Employer Location Unknown 2 0
    Percent Location Unknown 22.20% 0.00%
    Salary Trend
    Salary Trend 2017 2018
    Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 4 4
    Average Monthly Wage $3,109 $3,662
    Average Hourly Wage $18.08 $21.29
    Average Work Hours per Week 41 39.5
    Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count 2
    Average Hourly Wage $19.00
    Average Work Hours per Week 27
  • Graduate Employers
    Total Positions Open for academic year: 2018
    Wisconsin TechConnectTM Jobs* Madison Non-Madison
    Number of Full Time Positions Open 67 31
    Number of Part Time Positions Open 14 1
    Total Jobs 81 32
    Graduate Employers for academic year: 2018
    Employer(s) Job Title City** State*** Positions
    Architectural Building Arts LLC Associate of Design
    Associated Housewrights Carpenter
    Heffron Homes, Inc Carpenter Prairie du Sac
    J P Cullen Construction Laborer Janesville
    Joe Daniel's Construction Construction Laborer
    Temple Roofing Construction Farmer

    * - Wisconsin TechConnectTM jobs are posted through a statewide consortium operated and funded by all 16 of the technical colleges in Wisconsin.

    ** - Only cities outside of Madison will display.

    *** - Only states outside of Wisconsin will display.

    **** - If you have a position to post, please contact Career and Employment Services at techconnect@madisoncollege.edu

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