High School Credits: 2 per course

Course Description - This two-year course of study enables students to develop skills leading to careers in the construction industry and/or postsecondary education. Students learn the principles and technologies of residential and light commercial construction. The program emphasizes layout, construction materials, construction methods, cost estimation, project management, and construction safety. In addition, students develop leadership skills and compete in the Skills USA program.

Curriculum
Carpentry
Blueprint reading • Building construction • Floor, wall, and ceiling
frame construction • Foundation construction • Hand tools
Leveling instruments and operations • Power tools • Site conditions
Understanding of building materials and their properties
Electrical
How to wire boxes,
light fixtures and switches
Plumbing
Use of ABS and PVC pipes

Prereuisites
Maturity, responsibility, good human relation skills, strong
communication skills, linear measurement skills, strong work ethic,
manual dexterity and ability to work as a team member.

Internships
Qualified students are encouraged to apply for available internships.

Certifications

Colleges/ Universities
Academy graduates interested in Construction Technology can
continue their studies at a large variety of schools including:
Montgomery College • Northern Virginia
Community College • Pennsylvania College of Technology
Virginia Tech • William Penn College

Careers
The study of Construction Technology may lead to these careers:
Architecture • Building Material Sales Representative • Carpentry
Construction Management • Contractor • Electrical • Engineering
Foreman • Inspector • Masonry • Plumbing • Superintendent