LOCATION:
Celina High School

CLASS TIMES:
Junior Level - 7:25 to 10:20 A.M.
Senior Level - 11:30 to 2:20 P.M.

CREDITS:
3 Junior Level
3 Senior Level

RECOMMENDATIONS:
Strong industrial technology background, including drafting, is preferred.

Construction is a two-year program which covers all aspects of the construction industry. The first year is spent introducing students to the basic fundamentals of construction including carpentry, plumbing, electrical wiring, masonry skills. Students also work to develop a positive work attitude. Senior students gain practical experience applying the skills they have learned by constructing a house which is sold at auction each spring. Students will develop skills in the following areas in this program:

• Carpentry
• Framing
• Practical math
• Plumbing and heating
• Safety procedures
• Cement work
• Roofing
• Building codes
• Interior finishing
• Electricity, house wiring
• Masonry
• Use of hand and power tools
• Techniques of home design
• Building materials, differences, and costs

Students will be expected to spend $100 - $200 for their own tools. Training will include instruction in the safe use of assorted hand tools and a full line of power tools. Qualifying seniors may participate in early placement the last nine weeks of the school year.