Construction Career Pathway
Construction is one of the nation’s largest industries with over 7 million wage and salary jobs and 1.9 million self-employed workers. Construction includes the building of new structures as well as additions and modifications to existing ones. The construction industry also includes maintenance, repair and improvements on these structures.
Construction job opportunities are expected to be excellent for experienced workers. The number of wage and salary jobs is expected to increase approximately 11 percent through 2014.
Employment in the construction industry can be gained through a variety of educational and training backgrounds. Those entering construction out of high school usually start as laborers, helpers or apprentices. The skills required for many construction jobs take years to learn and are usually learned through some combination of classroom instruction and on-the-job training. The more education received, generally the more skilled workers become.
Course Titles
*Four Courses Required for Pathway Completion
46.54500 Occupational Safety and Fundamentals
This course is the foundational course that prepares students for a pursuit of any career in the field of construction. It prepares the student for the basic knowledge to function safely on or around a construction site and in the industry in general. It provides the student with the option for an Industry Certification in the Construction Core.
This course explains the safety obligations of workers, supervisors, and managers to ensure a safe workplace. Course content discusses the causes and results of accidents and the dangers of rationalizing risks. It includes the basic content of OSHA 10-hour safety standards. It also includes the basic knowledge and skills needed in the following areas: construction math, hand and power tools used in the field, general blueprints, and basics of rigging safety.
46.54600 Introduction to Construction
This course is preceded by the Occupational Safety and Fundamentals course. This course offers an opportunity for students to build on their knowledge and skills developed in Occupational Safety. It introduces them to four construction craft areas and is also the second step towards gaining a Level One Industry Certification in one of the craft areas.
The goal of this course is to introduce students to the history and traditions of the carpentry, masonry, plumbing, and electrical craft trades. Students will explore how the various crafts have influenced and been influenced by history. The student will also learn and apply knowledge of the care and safe use of hand and power tools as related to each trade. In addition, students will be introduced to, and develop skills to differentiate between blueprints, as is related to each individual craft area.
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46.55000 Carpentry I
This course is preceded by Introduction to Construction. This course is the third of four courses that provides the student a solid foundation in carpentry skills and knowledge. It is the third step in gaining a Level One Industry Certification in Carpentry.
This course provides an overview of the building materials used in the carpentry craft. It teaches techniques for reading and using blueprints and specifications especially as related to the carpentry craft. It provides specific knowledge and skills in site layout and floor and wall framing systems. It includes the basic industry terminology for a carpentry craftsperson.
46.55100 Carpentry II
This course is preceded by Carpentry I and is the fourth of four courses that provides the student a solid foundation in carpentry skills and knowledge. It is the final step in gaining a Level One Industry Certification in Carpentry.
This course provides the knowledge of various kinds of roof systems. It provides knowledge and skills for layout and cutting of the various types of roof rafters. It provides knowledge and skills for installing exterior doors, windows, and skylights. It also provides the student with knowledge and skills to layout, cut, and install various types of stairs and the code requirements needed to properly do so.
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46.56000 Electrical I
This course is preceded by Introduction to Construction and is the third of four courses that provides the student a solid foundation in electrical skills and knowledge. It is the third step in gaining a Level One Industry Certification in Electrical.
This course builds on the concepts of electrical safety introduced in Occupational Safety. It provides knowledge of the hardware and systems used by an electrician and the basic skills to install them. It provides a general knowledge of electrical systems including series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. It provides the basic skills and knowledge to navigate and use the National Electrical Code. It provides an introduction to the skills and knowledge of conduit bending and installation.
46.56100 Electrical II
This course is preceded by Electrical I. The course is the fourth of four courses that provides the student a solid foundation in electrical skills and knowledge. It is the final step in gaining a Level One Industry Certification in Electrical.
This course focuses on proper selection, inspection, use, and maintenance of common electrical test equipment; introduces the types and applications of raceways, wire-ways, and ducts; focuses on the types and application of conductors and covers proper wiring techniques, electrical prints, drawings and symbols; covers the electrical devices and wiring techniques common to commercial and industrial construction and maintenance, and covers the electrical devices and wiring techniques common to residential construction and maintenance.
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46.57000 Masonry I
This course is preceded by Introduction to Construction and is the third of four courses that provides the student a solid foundation in masonry skills and knowledge. It is the third step in gaining a Level One Industry Certification in Masonry.
This course provides knowledge and skills needed to operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment used in mixing mortar safely. It provides the knowledge and skills needed for cutting, laying, and finishing masonry units. It provides the math knowledge and skills needed to calculate distances, areas, and volumes common in masonry work. It also provides the knowledge of the types and properties of mortar and materials used in a concrete mixture.
46.57100 Masonry II
This course is preceded by Masonry I and is the fourth of four courses that provides the student a solid foundation in masonry skills and knowledge. It is the final step in gaining a Level One Industry Certification in Masonry.
This course provides the basic knowledge needed for all types of concrete and masonry units and their applications. It provides additional skills needed for cutting, laying, and finishing masonry units. It provides the knowledge and skills to use ties and reinforcing materials while installing masonry units. It also provides knowledge and skills related to the processes used in placing masonry units.
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46.58000 Plumbing I
This course is preceded by Introduction to Construction and is the third of four courses that provides the student a solid foundation in plumbing skills and knowledge. It is the third step in gaining a Level One Industry Certification in Plumbing.
This course provides basic skills and knowledge needed to apply OSHA and EPA safety concepts and practices as related specifically to the plumbing trade. It includes the use of plumbing tools and materials. The student is introduced to the basic knowledge and application of plumbing codes. Also included is the basic skills and knowledge required to handle, estimate, and store materials used in the plumbing trade. Involved in this process is the correct interpretation and application of basic information from architectural and construction working drawings, especially as related to plumbing installation.
46.58100 Plumbing II
This course is preceded by Plumbing I and is the fourth of four courses that provides the student a solid foundation in plumbing skills and knowledge. It is the final step in gaining a Level One Industry Certification in Plumbing.
This course provides the basic skills and knowledge to install water supply systems as well as drain, waste, and ventilation systems. This involves basic installation from rough-in through trim out of a variety of fixtures. It involves practice with the skills and knowledge necessary to apply plumbing codes to specific circumstances. This course also builds on the skills and knowledge of the student to be able to read, interpret, and apply information from architectural and construction working drawings, especially as related to plumbing installation
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