Construction Trades: Residential Building

A Foundation to Build On!

Students will learn the basics of building a house from foundations to framing, electrical to plumbing, estimating to project management -- and more! If you like working with your hands, you will love this class! There is a wide variety of high demand jobs in the construction industry to meet your interests.

Instructors:

Lincoln Klinger
(269) 467-5429 (CTE Office)

Wally Wheeler
(269) 467-5429 (CTE Office)

Learn to:

Use power tools safely
Drywall and apply finishing techniques
Read blueprints
Install cabinetry
Frame, roof and side a house
Construct floors and stairs
Install finish trim
Do concrete and masonry work
Perform basic plumbing, heating and electrical work

Career Opportunities:

Carpenter
Concrete Worker
Independent Contractor
Painter
Interior Finisher
Construction Manager
Roofer
Tile Installer
and many, many more!

Student Organization:

SkillsUSA

Course Syllabus

To be provided

High School Credit Opportunities:

3rd year Science (2nd year)
Final year Math
2nd year World Languages
Online Learning Experience

College Credit Opportunities:

CONS 114 Intermediate Construction Practices (8)
CONS 115 Construction Math (2)
CONS 117 Print Reading for Construction Trades (2)
CONS 255 Internship (Possible)