Architecture & Construction

Activities that describe what I like to do

  • Read and follow blueprints and/or instructions

  • Picture in my mind what a finished product looks like.

  • Work with my hands.

  • Perform work that requires precise results.

  • Solve technical problems.

  • Visit and learn from beautiful, historic, or interesting buildings.

  • Follow logical, step-by-step procedures.

Personal qualities that describe me

  • Curious

  • Good at following directions

  • Pay attention to detail

  • Good at visualizing possibilities

  • Patient and persistent

School subjects that I like

  • Math

  • Drafting

  • Physical Sciences

  • Construction Trades

  • Electrical Trades/Heat, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration/Technology Education

Occupations Relating to This Career Cluster

  • Architect

  • Carpenter

  • Civil Engineer

  • Construction Foreman/Manager Contractor

  • Demolition Engineer

  • Drafter

  • Drywall Installer

  • Electrician

  • Electronic Systems Technician

  • Equipment/Material Manager

  • General Contractor/Builder

  • Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechnanic

  • Interior Designer

  • Painter

  • Paperhanger

  • Plumber

  • Project Estimator

  • Project Inspector

  • Roofer

  • Safety Director

  • Sheet Metal Worker

  • Tile and Marble Setter

Courses I Should Take

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