BUILDING TRADES TECHNOLOGY I

6 Cr / All Year / 3 Periods / Grades 11-12

• Recommended Prerequisite: Preparing for College & Careers, Construction I & II
• Location: Wawasee High School or Fairfield Jr/Sr High School, transportation may be provided
• Students may earn certification from the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER)
• Students may receive up to 9 dual credits from IVY Tech Community College

 7130 Principles of Construction Trades (2 high school credits)

Principles of Construction Trades prepares students with the basic skills needed to continue in a construction trade field. Topics will include an introduction to the types and uses for common hand and power tools, learn the types and basic terminology associated with construction drawings, and basic safety. Additionally, students will study the roles of individuals and companies within the construction industry and reinforce mathematical and communication skills necessary to be successful in the construction field.

7123 Construction Trades: General Carpentry (2 high school credits)

Construction Trades: General Carpentry builds upon the skills learned in the Principles of Construction Trades and examines the basics of framing. This includes studying the procedures for laying out and constructing floor systems, wall systems, ceiling joist and roof framing, and basic stair layout. Additionally, students will be introduced to building envelope systems.

7122 Construction Trades: Framing and Finishing (2 high school credits)

Construction Trades: Framing and Finishing prepares students with advanced framing skills along with interior and exterior finishing techniques. Topics include roofing applications, thermal and moisture protection, exterior finishing, cold-formed steel framing, drywall installation and finishing, doors and door hardware, suspended ceilings, window, door, floor, and ceiling trim, and cabinet installation.

BUILDING TRADES TECHNOLOGY II

6 Cr / All Year / 3 Periods / Grades 12

• Required Prerequisite: Successful completion of Building Trades Technology I
• Location: Wawasee High School or Fairfield Jr/Sr High School, transportation may be provided
• Students may earn certification from the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER)
• Students may receive up to 6 dual credits from Ivy Tech Community College

7242 Construction Trades Capstone (6 high school credits)

The Construction Trades Capstone course covers the basics of electricity and working with concrete. Electrical topics include the National Electric Code, electrical safety, electrical circuits, basic electrical construction drawings, and residential electrical services. Students may also gain an understanding of concrete properties, foundations, slab-on-grades, and vertical and horizontal formwork. The course prepares students for the NCCER Carpentry Forms Level 3 and Electrical Level 1 certificates.