Construction

  • A student places metal into a frame while a teacher watches

    Construction is a two-year program. Residential construction is the emphasis the first year of the program focusing on blueprint reading, applied math, basic tool use, equipment, and safety. You will explore building techniques including concrete and masonry, framing, electrical, plumbing, drywall installation, HVAC (heating ventilation and air conditioning) and painting. You will also earn your ten-hour O.S.H.A. card allowing you to step onto the job site. Commercial construction is the emphasis the second year. Skills learned the first year are reinforced in commercial applications. You can participate in the ACE Mentorship Program and the Builders of the Future program which prepares you for the business side of the construction industry as well.

Construction Courses

  • Construction 1-2
    This course offers hands-on activities and real-world experiences to prepare for a career in residential and commercial building construction. Students learn blueprint reading, applied math, basic tool use, equipment, and safety. Students will explore building construction techniques, including concrete and masonry, framing, electrical plumbing, drywall installation, HVAC and painting. Students have the opportunity to visit construction sites, take field trips, and participate in paid internships between their junior and senior year.

    Construction 3-4
    This course reinforces and applies basic skills learned in the first course in a variety of class building projects. Examples of career opportunities include Plumber, Carpenter, Electrician, Mason, Architect, and Engineer

    Career Center Cohort
    Students will learn more than just construction at the Career Center. Math and English are all part of the cohort. The core classes are taught in direct relationship to construction. The classes are small, allowing students more individualized instruction. Academy students spend the entire morning at the Career Center. Students are introduced to a variety of trades, how to present themselves to an employer and the skills needed to get one of the many jobs available in the construction industry. Academy students complete ten hours of safety training to obtain an O.S.H.A. safety card required on most construction sites. Students also compete in the Skills USA competition.

Course Information

  • Instructors: Mr. Tim Arndt

    Eligibility:

    • Sophomore
    • Junior
    • Senior

    Related Careers:

    • Roofer
    • Tile & Marble Setter
    • Carpenter
    • Sheet Metal Worker
    • Brick Mason
    • Building Inspector
    • Cost Estimator
    • Construction Manager

    What does it take?

    • Certificate
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors

    What does it make?

    • $20,000 - $80,000

    Certification: OSHA 10 Hour Construction

    College Credit:  Metropolitan Community College, CNST 1050, 1370