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Building Construction Syllabus
ABOUT:
Prepares for employment as entry level carpenter or construction worker.
Prepares students to pursue post-secondary education in multiple construction fields such as construction management, design and mechanical fields.
Employment opportunities strong with 5% to 8% growth with average salary of $42,000 in Hampton Roads
Two Year Program. Student's study Construction I & II in their first year and can elect to return for Construction III during a second year.
STUDENTS STUDY:
Design and building projects
Construction Industry Standards
Job-estimating procedures
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety standards and tool usage
Hands on building skills
Integrating Technology in Construction
The importance of safety in the workplace
Pre-Construction planning and estimating.
PREREQUISITES:
Algebra 1 with a grade of “C” or better
English 10 with a grade of “C” or better
CAMPUS LOCATION: Woodside Lane, Newport News
SESSIONS: A.M.
CLASS SIZE: 20 students
CREDENTIALS:
OSHA 10
National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) Pre/Post
Construction Technology Entry-Level Assessment
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS: Skills USA
Program Fees:
For the most up to date CTE Fees please visit the CTE Fees Page.
BIO:INSTRUCTOR:
Tim P. Extine tim.extine@nhrec.org 757-874-4444 ext 6056
BS Industrial Arts Education /Mechanical Drawing
31 years teaching experience
OSHA 500 certified
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
Skilled Trade Professional
Safety Professional
Project Management
Construction Estimator
Building Information Modeling Professional
Project Superintendent
Architecture and Design
BUSINESS PARTNERS:
York-Poquoson Master Gardeners
York-Poquoson extension Agency
Bryant Construction/The Roofing Company
RESOURCES: