Construction Trades Technology
The construction industry is an important foundation of American society. It is also one of the largest industries. Without it, many others wouldn’t be able to exist because there would be no schools, stores, or homes. This industry relies on its employees because, without the various types of construction workers, there would be no industry. Taking this class will give you a headstart in your construction career and becoming a part of one of America's most important lines of work!
The Construction Trades Technology programs covers all aspects of construction, from finishing concrete to framing, all the way to the finished product. This includes learning a large variety of skills, such as blueprint reading, roofing, and stairway construction. All of this is done through hands-on experience in a lab and at the class’s own jobsite. Completing the 3 books in this class’s curriculum allows for a shortened apprenticeship and an increase in pay in the Carpenters’ Union.
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Fine Print
- Located at the brand new Construction Trades Training Ground behind Fire Prairie Upper Elementary (part of the main CTC campus)
- AM and PM sessions available
- Two year long class
- Open to juniors and first year seniors
- Certification availability:
- OSHA-10
- IRC shortens students' time in the union carpentry apprenticeship program and increases their starting pay in the union
- Application requirements:
- Recommended minimum GPA of 2.0
- Required to maintain 95% or higher attendance once in the class
- Costs: None
