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Mr. TJ Kelly

Construction Trades

tkelly@lcvt.tec.pa.us

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Program of Study: Construction Trades

CIP Code: 46.9999 - Information Page

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Construction Trades students learn entry level skills in the Residential Entry Field. Most of their employers are Building Contractors, so skills such as framing, roofing, interior finish, and exterior finish are emphasized. Construction Trades is a three-year program which prepares students for work in all phases of home and commercial construction. Some of the training will include hands-on experience at non-profit community construction projects. The future outlook for the Construction Trades industry shows that plentiful job opportunities will exist. 

AVAILABLE CERTIFICATIONS

  • National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) Exam

A STUDENT IN CONSTRUCTION TRADES WILL LEARN:

  • Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients

  • Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding

  • Measure, cut, and shape wood, plastic, and other materials

  • Construct building frameworks, including walls, floors, and doorframes

  • Erect, level, and install building framework with the aid of rigging hardware and cranes

  • Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures

  • Instruct and direct laborers and other construction helpers

  • Understanding of basic masonry, cement, & electrical work

CAREER PATHWAYS

  • Building Inspector *

  • Construction Carpenter

  • Construction Estimator *

  • Drywall Installer

  • Roofer

  • Rough Carpenter

  • Wood Flooring Installer

(* = Certificate needed)

SKILLS TO DEVELOP

  • Business skills. Self-employed carpenters must conduct activities such as bidding on new jobs, tracking inventory, and directing workers.

  • Detail oriented. Carpenters must be able to precisely cut, measure, and modify the materials they work with.

  • Dexterity. Carpenters use many tools and need hand-eye coordination to avoid injuring themselves or damaging materials.

  • Interpersonal skills. Carpenters need to work as a member of a team, cooperating with and assisting others. They also may interact with customers. 

  • Math skills. Carpenters frequently use math skills, including basic trigonometry, to calculate the area, size, and amount of material needed for the job. 

  • Physical strength. Carpenters use heavy tools and materials that weigh up to 100 pounds. They also must be able to stand, climb, or bend for many hours.

  • Problem-solving skills. Carpenters may work independently with little guidance. They need to be able to modify building materials and make adjustments onsite to complete projects.

  • Reading comprehension skills. Carpenters need advanced reading ability to understand and follow complex instructions for installing certain products, such as doors.

COMMON CORE STANDARD INTEGRATION:

  • Technical Reading: Main Idea & Text Evidence, Vocabulary & Symbols, Author’s Purpose, Text Structure (Compare/Contrast, Multi-Step Procedure, Description, & Qualitative/Technical Information into Visual Forms via Chart or Table) Multiple Sources

  • Mathematics: Numbers & Operations, Algebra, Geometry

STATE BOARD/ POST SECONDARY/UNION RESOURCES

  • Coming soon

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