Construction Technology Program
Located at: Nottingham
Do you like building things? Are you the kind of person that likes to work with your hands? Do you have an eye for detail and quality workmanship?
The Career Field:
The construction industry prepares sites for new construction and builds new structures, as well as additions and modifications to existing ones. The industry also includes maintenance, repair, and improvements on these structures.
Employment in this field is projected to grow 12 percent from 2021-2031, faster than the average for all occupations.
The Program:
The Construction Technology program teaches students the essential skills needed to begin a career in the building and construction trades. Students will gain real-world knowledge and hands-on experience in the fundamental components of carpentry, drywall, painting, framing, roofing, floor installation, door and window installation, blueprint reading, siding, electrical wiring, plumbing, proper tool use, and OSHA safety training.
Students will develop and demonstrate integrated academics and employability skills through class activities, projects, community service and professional development.
Career Opportunities:
- Carpenter
- Concrete Finisher
- Construction Worker
- Drywall Finisher
- Electrician
- Glazier & Glass Worker
- Framing Carpenter
- Painter/Wall Coverer
- Plumber
- Roofer
- Tile/Floor/Window Installer
Certificates:
- Craft Laborer NCCER
- Laborer Level #1 NCCER
- Laborer Level #2 NCCER
- OSHA 10 Construction Safety
