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Course Description

 

 

CONSTRUCTION TRADES

 

                                                                                                                    PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

                                                    This program prepares individuals to apply knowledge and skills in the Construction Technology field. Instruction is provided on the basic skills in a variety of areas associated with building construction, such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, heating and electrical. Instructions include but not limited to blue print reading; cost estimating; use of hand and power tools; cutting, fitting, fastening and finishing various materials; and applying technical specifications and knowledge concerning the physical properties of materials.

FUTURE JOBS/CAREER PATHS:

    -Rough Carpenter                                            -Contractor

    -Finish Carpenter                                             -Carpenter, Residential/Commercial

    -Drywall Applicator                                          -Maintenance

    -Roofer, Siding Applicator                              - Residential Plumber

    -Residential Electrician                                   -Mason Apprentice

 

REQUIRED:

        Leather work boots, work clothing.

 

AVERAGE EARNINGS:

       Starting at $15/hour, up to $30/ and beyond

 

ACADEMIC/EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS:

Physical Skills: Be able to lift approximately 50 pounds and bend at the knees and waist without  difficulty. You must have a good sense of balance and no fear of heights. Posses good vision, speech, and fine motor skills, and have the ability to make precise measurements.

Math Skills:Convert and perform practical applications involving fractions and decimals, percentages, measurements, ratios, and proportions. Applied math, algebra 1, geometry recommended.

English Skills: Read a variety of magazines, newspapers, trade-related manuals, and safety rules. Basic computer skills are required for information retrieval, construction, drawing, and estimating.

Computer Skills: Be able to use the computer to perform basic data processing, spread sheets, internet for research and operate trade related software at the application level.

 

RELATED POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Degree Program in Building Construction Technology, Construction Carpentry, Construction Management, Electrical Construction, Masonry Construction, Plumbing/Pipe Fitting, four-year apprenticeship program.