The Residential and Commercial Construction course is designed to teach basic skills for the construction trades through a course rich in connections to construction projects that will generate interest in the math and increase students' likelihood of success. The course covers basic construction math; measurement and scale, blueprint reading, safety, procedural use of hand and power tools. Students acquire these skills through the use of technology and real world problem solving. Integrated throughout the course are foundation standards, which include communication, ethics, interpersonal/team skills, critical thinking and other employment skills needed for the 21st Century.
The Study of Ancient Civilization Infrastructure and Craftsmanship course is designed to gain an in-depth understanding of the history behind construction, materials, and trades in the industry. Students will use Primary Sources and become Construction Historians as they reconstruct the advancement of the trades, materials, and tools that are now being used in residential and commercial construction. The course covers a more advanced knowledge of safety, use of hand and power tools, blueprint reading, geometry, and estimating. Integrated throughout the course are foundation standards, which include communication, ethics, interpersonal/team skills, critical thinking and other employment skills needed for the 21st Century. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to perform the duties of an entry-level building construction technician with the knowledge of Construction Codes and general and trade-specific terminology.
This course will introduce the California energy code and building efficiency standards for residential and nonresidential buildings. Students will review current construction residential energy code requirements and the impact it has on industry practices as it pertains to alternative construction materials, design, green jobs, and emerging technologies.
Focus on zero-net energy will cover the fundamentals on sources of renewable energy and solar. Students will understand how sunlight converts into electricity, the various components of a solar system and how to install solar on a roof.
Students enhance their construction skills through a variety of finished carpentry work throughout the course and, upon completion, will understand the vast career options within the construction industry. Throughout the year, students will prepare for internships and build a career portfolio with resumes, certifications, letters of recommendation, and project photos.
Construction trades in general have a 5% to 8% growth. Meaning there is a greater need for qualified tradesman projected over the next ten years
Major industry group Direct jobs Supplier jobs* Induced jobs** Total indirect jobs
Construction 100 88.0 138.1 226.1
There were 1,643,900 construction jobs in 2019
OCCUPATION
JOB SUMMARY
ENTRY-LEVEL EDUCATION
2019 MEDIAN PAY
Boilermakers assemble, install, maintain, and repair boilers, closed vats, and other large vessels or containers that hold liquids and gases.
High school diploma or equivalent
$63,100
Carpenters construct, repair, and install building frameworks and structures made from wood and other materials.
High school diploma or equivalent
$48,330
Construction and Building Inspectors
Construction and building inspectors ensure that construction meets building codes and ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract specifications.
High school diploma or equivalent
$60,710
Construction Equipment Operators
Construction equipment operators drive, maneuver, or control the heavy machinery used to construct roads, buildings and other structures.
High school diploma or equivalent
$48,160
Construction Laborers and Helpers
Construction laborers and helpers perform many tasks that require physical labor on construction sites.
$36,000
Drywall Installers, Ceiling Tile Installers, and Tapers
Drywall and ceiling tile installers hang wallboard and install ceiling tile inside buildings. Tapers prepare the wallboard for painting, using tape and other materials.
No formal educational credential
$47,360
Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical power, communications, lighting, and control systems.
High school diploma or equivalent
$56,180
Elevator Installers and Repairers
Elevator installers and repairers install, maintain, and fix elevators, escalators, moving walkways, and other lifts.
High school diploma or equivalent
$84,990
Flooring Installers and Tile and Marble Setters
Flooring installers and tile and marble setters lay and finish carpet, wood, vinyl, and tile.
No formal educational credential
$42,050
Glaziers install glass in windows, skylights, and other fixtures in buildings.
High school diploma or equivalent
$44,630
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers
Hazardous materials removal workers identify and dispose of harmful substances such as asbestos, lead, and radioactive waste.
High school diploma or equivalent
$43,900
Insulation workers install and replace the materials used to insulate buildings or mechanical systems.
$44,180
Ironworkers install structural and reinforcing iron and steel to form and support buildings, bridges, and roads.
High school diploma or equivalent
$53,650
Masonry workers use bricks, concrete and concrete blocks, and natural and manmade stones to build structures.
$46,500
Painters, Construction and Maintenance
Painters apply paint, stain, and coatings to walls and ceilings, buildings, large machinery and equipment, and bridges and other structures.
No formal educational credential
$40,280
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters install and repair piping fixtures and systems.
High school diploma or equivalent
$55,160
Roofers replace, repair, and install the roofs of buildings.
No formal educational credential
$42,100
Sheet metal workers fabricate or install products that are made from thin metal sheets.
High school diploma or equivalent
$50,400
Solar photovoltaic (PV) installers assemble, set up, and maintain rooftop or other systems that convert sunlight into energy.
High school diploma or equivalent
$44,890