Construction Technologies

Upon completion of the Construction Technologies 2-year program, our graduates will have gained an opportunity to earn credentials in National Center for Construction and Research Core, National Center for Construction and Research Carpentry, and OSHA 10 preparing them for direct entry into the workforce and/or into a construction apprenticeship program. The focus of these credentials includes orientation to the trade, building materials, fasteners and adhesives, hand and power tools, introduction to construction drawings, specifications and layout, floor and wall systems, ceiling joist and roof framing, basic stair layout, and an introduction to building envelope systems. This program is housed at Westland High School, but is open to all Juniors and Seniors across the district as a two-year program.

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Career Opportunities

Carpenter
Construction laborer
Constuction Foreman
Construction Manager
Constuction Coordinator
Construction Equipment Operator
Framing Carpenter
Dry Wall Finisher
Dry wall Installer
Roofer

Career Skills Developed

Orientation to the trade
Building materials
Fasteners and Adhesives
Hand and Power Tools
Introduction to construction drawings, specifications, and layout
Floor and wall systems
Ceiling joist and roof framing
Basic stair layout
Introduction to building envelope systems

Program Highlights

Students can earn the following credentials (Click each for more info):

Curriculum Plan

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South Western City Schools Career Tech

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