Davis Technical College in Utah

Composite Materials Technology

School of Manufacturing

The Composite Materials Technology program at Davis Technical College prepares students to work in industries such as aerospace, automotive, bridge building, marine, sporting goods, and parts assembly. This program introduces basic composite materials, techniques, and procedures and progresses through advanced composite skills. Students will demonstrate industry standards concerning safety, composite terminology, hand lay-ups, and composite inspection and repair. Our instructors are from the aerospace industry and have years of hands-on experience. Students who complete this program will be prepared for entry-level employment as a composite technician.

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Cost Summary

$45	Adult college admission fee
$100	High School Cost (estimated) \| View details
$2,434	Student tuition and fees ^**
$723	Estimated books and materials ^*
$18	Certificate Processing Fee Paid upon program completion

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Program Advisor
Manufacturing

Renae Sturdevant 801-593-2494 Email

Drew Johnson 801-593-2314 Email

Program Length:: 900 hours (10 months)

Enrollment Type:: Year-Round

Training Location:: Main Campus

Program Links:

Classroom Hours

Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr
8am-11am 12pm-3pm 6pm-9pm	8am-11am 12pm-3pm 6pm-9pm	8am-11am 12pm-3pm 6pm-9pm	8am-11am 12pm-3pm 6pm-9pm	8am-11am 12pm-3pm —

Admission Requirements

This program is open to qualified high school and adult students who meet the following program requirements:

Have a high school diploma or equivalent (adult students only).
Complete program placement assessments as noted below.

Placement Assessment Requirements (Download/Print Assessment Requirements)

READING REQUIREMENTS

Accuplacer Next Generation Reading Score: 237 - 300
Alternate Documentation

	Required Grades/Scores	Time Limit
Accuplacer Reading	70	3 years
Accuplacer Next Generation Reading	237 - 244	3 years
ACT English or Reading	16+	5 years
College Transcripts	English 955 C or higher	5 years
GED Language	165+	3 years
High School Transcripts - English Classes ^*	C or Higher	3 years
SAT	530	3 years
TABE 11/12 Reading	569 - 596	3 years
Associates Degree or higher from a regionally accredited college waives all assessments ^**		No Time Limit
Davis Tech Certification of Program Completion waives all assessments (at an equivalent level)		No Time Limit

^*At least two out of four grades within the same school year must meet the minimum grade level.
^**Transcripts in addition to a copy of the certificate is required.
Transcripts from other states, military schools and other institutions showing academic achievements not listed above, will be reviewed on an individual basis by the Assessment Center Specialist or the student’s Academic Advisor.

MATH REQUIREMENTS

Accuplacer Next Generation Math (Arithmetic) Score: 236 - 300
Alternate Documentation

	Required Grades/Scores	Time Limit
Accuplacer Math	70	3 years
Accuplacer Next Generation Math (Arithmetic)	236 - 249	3 years
ACT Math	18+	5 years
College Transcripts - Math Classes	Math 950 C or higher	5 years
GED Math	165+	3 years
High School Transcripts (Secondary Math) ^*	C or Higher	3 years
SAT Math	500	3 years
TABE 11/12 Reading	577 - 656	3 years
Associates Degree or higher from a regionally accredited college waives all assessments ^**		No Time Limit
Davis Tech Certification of Program Completion waives all assessments (at an equivalent level)		No Time Limit

^*At least two out of four grades within the same school year must meet the minimum grade level.
^**Transcripts in addition to a copy of the certificate is required.
Transcripts from other states, military schools and other institutions showing academic achievements not listed above, will be reviewed on an individual basis by the Assessment Center Specialist or the student’s Academic Advisor.

High school students do not need to complete placement assessments unless specifically required by the program
Placement testing is waived for students with a Davis Tech Certificate of Completion at an equivalent level or higher, or an associate’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college.

Certifications & Credentials

Davis Technical College Credentials

Davis Technical College Certificate of Program Completion

Available Licensing/Certifications

Certified Composites Technician (ACMA)

Transfer Options

The following academic agreements are available to students in the Composite Materials Technology program. In order to receive credit for course work included in these agreements, you must provide a transcript to the receiving institution.

Please be aware that some agreements require you to complete the entire program before they will transfer credit. Please contact your instructor at Davis Tech if you have questions.

This program is eligible to transfer credits towards an AAS degree to the following institutions:

Weber State University
Utah State University
Southern Utah University
Utah Valley University
Ensign Business College
Dixie State University

86%Placement Rate

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Program Faculty

Doug Young – Lead Instructor
Associate's Degree from Weber State University

John Page
High School Diploma, Certification from Davis Technical College

Joshua Putnam
High School Diploma, Technical Certificate from Davis Applied Technology College

Matt Stevenson
Associate's Degree from Utah Valley University

Rebekah Hamblin
Certificate from Davis Technical College

Patricia Crookston
Bachelor's degree from Weber State University

Zachary Snider
High School Diploma, Certificate from Davis Applied Technology College

^*NOTE: Textbook and material costs are based on Davis Tech’s bookstore prices at the time of publication and are subject to change. There are no charges associated with personal data collection and processes or verification of student identity.

^**High School Students: High school students are exempt from student tuition and fees. While high school students are not required to purchase textbooks, they are required to purchase personal and consumable learning resources and materials.

Enrollment Steps

Complete college application and pay fee

Complete Placement Assessments
— if applicable —

Meet with Student Services for program instructions

Complete Orientation or Program Packet

Meet with Financial Aid Department (if appropriate)

Pay tuition and fees

Purchase textbooks and materials

Start classes