CIP 46.0401
“This program offers the curriculum framework as prescribed by the Program of Study for this CIP code.” This is a 2-year instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills of basic building construction and maintenance principles (OSHA regulations, national/local codes, plumbing, electricity, painting, masonry, roofing, sweating copper pipes, rough carpentry, fine carpentry, machine maintenance & heating, ventilating and air conditioning, HVAC). The ability to think quickly and diagnose maintenance problems are essential, as are math skills and hand-eye coordination. Practical experience is gained in the 12th grade year through off-site community service-based construction projects.
This is a 2-year, 6-credit program that students begin in 11th grade. Students who complete this program can earn several industry certifications, including OSHA Basic Safety Orientation for Construction. Students in this program must successfully complete the following courses: