construction trades

Construction Trades

NCCER Construction Trades

Upon completion of the Construction Trades program, our graduates will have gained an opportunity to earn credentials in NCCER Core, NCCER 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.

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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:
- NCCER Core
- NCCER Level 1
- OSHA 10

Curriculum Plan

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