Unit 1: Course Orientation and Career Exploration in the Trades (1 Week)
The unit introduces students to the history of construction trades, describes apprentice programs, and identifies career opportunities for workers in the building trades. (i.e. Employability Skills, Communication Skills, 21st Century Skills)
Standard 1.1 Student should be able to explain the role of an employee in the construction industry.Standard 1.3 Student should be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills and the ability to solve problems using those skills.Standard 1.9 Student should be able to use time efficiently to manage workload.Standard 1.10 Student should be able to assess one’s own mastery of skillsStandard 1.11 Student should be able to demonstrate accountability for individual performance.Standard 2.1 Student should be able to interpret information and instructions presented in both verbal and written form.Standard 2.2 Student should be able to communicate effectively in on-the-job situations using verbal and written skills.Standard 2.5 Student should be able to effectively work in as a participating team member.Standard 2.7 Student should be able to use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively.Standard 4.1 Student should be able to define the key principles of Green Building.Standard 4.9 Student should be able to describe the basic physical principles that apply to the built environment
