Utah’s, Architecture, Engineering & Construction Pathway
Dream It. Design It. Build It.
About the Pathways
Utah’s Architecture, Engineering and Construction (UAEC) Pathway is a Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) certificate program geared toward students interested in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) field. The capstone experience is placement as an intern with a local AEC company, benefiting student learners and solving the labor shortages in the construction industry.
Choose the career that is right for you
Developing the next generation of AEC professionals for a high-demand, high-pay and high-potential industry. Find your passions and be able to:
Dream It. Design It. Build It.

Carpenter
avg. salary: $56,877 avg. hourly: $27.34/hr

Electrician
AVG. SALARY: $67,265 hourly: $32.33/hr

Plumber
AVG. SALARY: $59,627 hourly: $28.67/hr

HVAC Technician
Are you interested in Model Building or have coined yourself Mr. or Mrs. Fix It? Can’t decide between mechanical systems or Electronics? HVAC may be perfect for you!
AVG. SALARY: $62,472 hourly: $30.03/hr

Architecture
Do you see beauty in buildings? Do you like to design? Do you love technology like virtual reality, augmented reality? Careers in Architecture may be your path to see your ideas become a reality!
AVG. SALARY: $87,500hourly: $42.07/hr

Heavy Equipment Operator
Do you have an interest in operating dump trucks, bulldozers or other vehicles classified as heavy machinery?
AVG. SALARY: $60,828
Hourly: $29.24/hr

Surveyor
If math, measuring and engineering is your strength, consider a career in site layout. Surveyors are the first on the site to gather data about the land being developed.
AVG. SALARY: $65,300
hourly: $31.39/hr

Interior Designer
Are you addicted to HGTV shows like “Property Brothers” and “Flip or Flop”? Do you love bringing spaces to life with color, texture and design? Interior Design may be your perfect fit!
AVG. SALARY: $57,696
hourly: $27.74/hr

Construction Manager
AVG. SALARY: $57,910 hourly: $27.84/hr

Civil Engineer
AVG. SALARY: $63,960 hourly: $30.75/hr

Project Manager
Do others seek your guidance to complete group assignments or project-based tasks? Project managers are essential to completing projects on time and on budget.
AVG. SALARY: $95,523
Hourly: $45.92/hr