Construction Technology
Course Description
Students in Construction Technology build and maintain structures ranging from rough scaffolds and concrete forms to homes which require exact finish-work. They work with wood, metal, plastic and concrete. Using both hand and power tools as in the construction trades, they will erect wood frameworks for buildings, install window frames, apply exterior siding and install moldings, cabinets, doors, heating and cooling systems, plumbing and hardware finish.
Construction Technology Education gives the student the opportunity to participate in the different phases of residential construction. This helps the student decide which trade or craft he/she wants to serve an apprenticeship.
During the training program, students construct houses on-site and will be involved in all phases of construction. The program is designed as pre-apprentice training and will include the following areas of construction: carpentry, masonry, plumbing, heating, roofing, landscaping, painting and decorating and electrical wiring. The student receives both classroom and on the job training.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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- Carpenters
- Plasterers and drywall installers
- Carpet Layers
- Cement Masons
- Heating and cooling systems
- Mechanics
- Painters and paperhangers
- Plumbers
- Electricians
- Bricklayers
- Roofers
- Laborers
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HELPFUL HIGH SCHOOL COURSES
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- Drafting
- Physical Education
- Woodworking
- Math
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PERSONAL QUALITIES
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- Ability to handle high physical demands
- Ability to visualize objects of two or three dimensions
- A good sense of balance
- Ability to coordinate eyes and hands rapidly and accurately
- Ability to maintain precise standards
- Dependable
- Responsible
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