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Building Trades students learn the fundamentals of construction, maintenance, repair, and remodeling of commercial, private, public and/or industrial buildings and homes. Many times the senior class, working in conjunction with the senior Carpentry class, constructs a residential home. Suggested prerequisites: mechanical drawing and industrial arts. Full academic selections for Juniors and Seniors

 
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Length of Program: 2 years
Technical Credits Earned: 6 
Academic Credits: 4 per year 
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Building Trades Major

Technical Core Curriculum
 

  • Blueprint reading

  • Use of specifications

  • Shop sketching

  • Use of building codes

  • Identification of building materials

  • Electrical maintenance and residential wiring

  • Basic plumbing

  • Carpentry

  • Roofing

  • Drywall installation

  • Painting

  • Home integration technology

  • OSHA certification

  • First Aid, AED, and CPR Certification

  • Skills USA student organization 
     

Post-Secondary Education Opportunities
 

  • Associate or Bachelor's Degree

  • Articulation agreement with the University of Akron Construction Technology

  • Trade Apprenticeships

  • Students have the opportunity to earn up to 13 college credits in this program.

Employment Opportunities
 

  • Plumber/Pipefitter

  • Carpenter

  • Electrician

  • Drywall installer

  • Painter

  • Remodeler