Specialized Training
SPEACIALTY TRAINING CLASSES are industry driven but not classified as ‘Programs’.
These classes are held as industry demands increase for the skills required.
Some of these classes are ‘defined’ entry, meaning there is no flexibility of time or days.
Please check with the Student Services Office for an up-to-date schedule of our specialty classes:
DXATC
46 South 1000 East
St George, UT 84770
(435)652-7730
Specialty Classes include, but are not limited to:
- American Heart Association
- Apprenticeship-Electrical
- Apprenticeship-Plumbing
- Cabinet and Mill work
- Custom Woodworking
- Landscaping
- Steel Fabrication
- Welding
- Wood Framing
American Heart Association (AHA) American Heart DXATC web site
Classes include:
Basic Life Support (BLS) for the health care provider
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) for the health care provider
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for the health care provider
Heartsaver CPR
Heartsaver First Aid
For more information about these classes please call the AHA Coordinator at
(435)656-4190
Apprenticeship-Electrical
Apprentices will be taught installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. They will be able to ensure that work is completed in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems. These classes are required in addition to work experience in order to qualify to take the state exam to become a licensed electrician.
Classes begin August 11, 2008
For more information please call 435-652-7730
Apprenticeship-Plumbing
Apprentices will be taught to assemble, install, alter, and repair, pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. They may install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems. These classes are required in addition to work experience in order to qualify to take the state exam to become a licensed plumber.
Classes begin August 11, 2008
For more information please call 435-652-7730
Building Construction Classes
Beginning April 2008 several 20-24 hour courses will be offered in the areas of:
Framing, Finish Carpentry, HVAC, Cement Finishing, Painting, Stucco Applications,
Tile/Masonry and other topics.
Cost for each class is $200.00
click here for more information and schedules
Cabinet & Mill Work
Classes entail cabinet construction including tool operation, wood characteristics, basic sanding and finishing techniques, blueprint reading, molding and mill work and installation. Please call (435) 652-7730 for information and schedules for upcoming classes.
Custom Woodworking
Instructor is proficient in cabinet making and can assist you in a variety of wood projects.
Cost of class is $110.00
August 27, 2008 - December 10, 2008 August 2008 - December 2008
Thursday Evenings 3:00 - 7:00 pm Wednesday Evenings 5:30 - 9:30 pm
Inst. Steve Wilson Inst. TBA
Desert Hills High School Dixie High School
Essentials in Human Resource Management
Classes will help you sharpen your skills and excel in the workplace while earning credit toward the HR Professional Develpment Certification. Click here for more information, cost, and location.
Dates TBA
Monday & Wednesday Evenings
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
DXATC - Dahle Plaza
Flight Attendant Training Course
This is a short term, intense class designed to teach airline safety and prepare students for a successful interview with any airline. Anyone 17 years old or older can attend. Seating is limited.
Pre-requisites:
Basic Internet Skills. e-mail the Instructor, Scott Newman at flightattendant@hotmail.com with an attached Word document at Dixie Applied Technology College
The class begins August 2008
Monday thru Friday
8am to 10am.
DXATC - Dahle Plaza
Heavy Duty Diesel Program - Tractor Systems
These classes will cover the basics of Tractor Repair and maintenance, including:
Hydraulic; Electrical; Drive Trains; Engines
Please call (435) 652-7730 for more information
HVAC Systems
These classes will have Continuing Education Credits available and will cover the basics of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Please call (435) 652-7730 for more information.
Jobs Now specialty classes are industry driven. Content is designed in collaboration with employers and industry experts
Landscaping Series
This series offers 7 classes providing a complete overview of landscaping in Southern Utah. Class includes proper planting techniques, fertilization, and pest control. Series Cost is $110.00 Click here for information, cost, and location of individual classes.
Please call (435) 674 - 9003 for more information.
Real Estate Licensing with Continuing Education (CE) Credits
THe Stringham School for Real Estate in conjunction with DXATC now offers Real Estate Licensing Courses, live classes 4 nights a week at the DXATC main campus!
For more information go to www.stringham.org
or call (435) 467-9718 / (800) 759-8889
Steel Fabrication
Students will learn skills in Gas Metal Arc Welding and Flux Core Arc Welding. Other training will include safety, blueprint reading, fitting, and a review of the basic math used in the profession.
Dates TBA
Class held at Desert Hills High School Welding Lab
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Cost: $310.00 not including tools and safety equipment
Please call (435) 652-7730 for more information.
Welding
This is a beginning course in Stick, Mig, and Tig Welding.
Class is taught at the Dixie High School Welding Lab
Cost of class is $110.00
August 27 , 2008 - December 10, 2008 Dates TBA
Wednesday Evenings Days TBA
5:00 - 9:00 pm 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Inst. Lane Dilworth Inst. Staff
For more information and current schedule please call (435) 652-7730
Industrial Stick Welding
Students learn basics for welding SMAW, including Arc Spots, Pass Fillets, and Grooves
Class is taught at Dixie High School
Please call (435) 652-7730 for more information.
This course is designed to meet the basic NWCG (National Wildland Coordinating Group) Firefighter safety and skills required for fireline work for those who wish to gain employment with Federal and Private fire fighting agencies. Upon completion students will receive the Basic Firefighter II Certification.
Cost of class is $195.00
Please call (435) 674 - 9003 for more information.
Wood Framing
Classes for the building construction industry to provide specific skill training in carpentry and framing
Superintendent Workshop
This is a course designed to cover certain topics, including:
Management vs. Leadership, Time & Money, Customer Satisfaction, Critical Path, Quality Control, Team Meetings, OSHA, Revenues to Net Profits, and Continuing Education Opportunities.