Construction
Construction Pathway Description
The construction pathway introduces students to the fundamentals of construction safety, design, technology, and tools involved in the construction and repair of houses, buildings, and other structures. Students learn to apply engineering principles, techniques, handle equipment, and follow standard building procedures as a team.
The skills you learn in this pathway provide a great entry to careers such as Building Inspector, Equipment Operator, Heavy Duty Repair Person, Dredge Operator, Drywall Installers, Electricians, and Carpenters.
Courses Offered in Construction
Foundations in construction
Students will learn safety skills and construction vocabulary. They will learn how to use the basic tools and read blueprints. Students will start to build basic structures
Advanced construction
Students will build upon their knowledge from the previous class. They will go deeper into framing, blueprints and plumbing as well as electrical.
Professional Internship
Allows students to apply academic knowledge and demonstrate technical 21st century skills in a workplace setting. Students will prepare job readiness documents and will interview at an assigned site prior to interning with a local El Modena Business Partner.
All About El Modena's Construction Teacher
Mr. Lopez
Mr. Lopez has his Bachelor of Science in Human Services – Counseling, from California State University Fullerton and a Master’s in clinical Hypnotherapy. He has worked with special needs students and families for over 15 years. He recently transferred from Orange Unified Schools District where we worked in the Special Education Department to become a teacher. Mr. Lopez has worked in residential construction and home remodeling. He is very enthusiastic to support students creativity in their projects and teach them skills and confidence which they use in the future regardless of what industry sector they chose.
El Modena's CTE Construction Pathway Flyer
Construction Pathway Flyer.pdf