*CONSTRUCTION TECH 1- SPRING VILLAGE RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION SITE (851562)
Spring Village Residential Construction Site (transportation may be provided)

Grades: 11, 12
Credit: two

Through a partnership with the Foundation of Applied Technical Education, Inc. (FATE), students have an opportunity to build a single-family home in Springfield, Virginia. This specialized course curriculum is developed by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).  All aspects of new home construction will be addressed during the course of the year.  Students will work directly on concrete installation, framing, ceramic tile, kitchen installation, bathroom installations, hardwood floors, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscape, and other areas of new home construction.  Theoretical and physical aspects of the construction industry are explored in order for students to establish career goals in the industry.

Diploma Seal:  Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal.

Sequential Elective:  Students successfully completing this course in conjunction with another one credit course within the same program area will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma.

Fees:  This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.


Last Updated:
11/21/2008

Contact:
Dave Watnee

703-208-7844

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