Shared Time Program –
Construction Technology

Carpentry: CIP: 460201
This is an innovative course designed for the student interested in pursuing a career in the field of carpentry. Students will be skilled in proper use of hand and power tools. To be a carpenter is to be a member of one of the oldest and most respected trades. Students can build a lifetime career in carpentry. With the strong partnership that exists between the Carpenter’s Union Local 623, qualified students upon completion of this program may seamlessly transition into the four-year apprenticeship program.

Course One:
Fundamental Carpentry: The course begins with safety issues and an industry orientation that includes an understanding how the free enterprise system works, and entrepreneurship. Students learn how to write resumes, how to become a good leader and what employers consider for advancement. The course also provides basic construction knowledge beginning with safety and basic first aid. Carpentry math is introduced along with measurement. Students are introduced to building codes, zoning regulations, and basic plan reading. Students are introduced to a builder’s level and transit, and site layout. In addition, the nature of wood, wood measurement, and wood panel products.
[240 hours]

Course Two:
Residential Carpentry: Students learn and practice skills associated with building a home from the foundation to the roof. They learn to set footings and form foundations. They install floors, sills, walls, and ceilings. All aspects of roof design are taught along with exterior walls and trim. They learn basic skills in interior door and window placement and trim as well as installation of cabinetry and flooring. Throughout the two year course students are engaged in applied math for carpentry.
[300 hours]

Course Three:
Commercial Carpentry: Using the skills they learned in residential carpentry, students apply those skills on a larger scale. They learn to use metal studs and more advanced roofing including trusses. Students are introduced to structural timber construction. They are introduced to the various forms needed for footing, edge, walls, bridge deck and stairs as well as fireproof encasement forms. They learn to install insulation. Their skills in drywall installation are enhanced as well as interior walls and ceilings, exterior doors and hardware installation. Students spend time at the carpenters union local 623 training facility to improve their skills. Carpentry math is studied in depth and students sit for the entrance exam for the carpenter’s apprenticeship program. If eligible (passing the test, having a driver’s license, reach the age of 18, graduate from the ACIT program, and pass the drug test), students may be chosen to enter apprenticeship program. [540 hours]

Electrician: CIP: 460302
This course offers an introduction to the concepts of electrical technology. Classroom and shop instruction introduces the student to electrical safety, tools, math, electrical theory, National Electrical Code, conductor, wiring methods, blueprint reading, an construction with IBEW apprenticeship curriculum. The Skills USA student organization provides additional opportunities for leadership and competitive events at local and state levels. General apprenticeship and job opportunities with our CIE Coordinator are encouraged for all the students.

Course One:
The introduction course covers electrical orientation, shop safety, and basic hand tool and equipment, basic blueprint, electrical theory, and basic circuitry and symbols. [200 hours]

Course Two:
This course provides instruction in residential wiring, level one, plus commercial wiring and motors and controls. In addition to the theory, they have hands-on projects to demonstrate skill acquisition. [340 hours]

Course Three:
The final course provides knowledge in residential wiring, level one, part two. Commercial wiring, level two, and motors and controls, part two. Students become familiar with the National Electrical Code as it pertains to the residential and commercial wiring. Industrial wiring and transformer concepts are learned with an understanding of installation of electrical service. Students enhance their knowledge of theory through the hands-on projects where they actually do wiring. Students are taught applied electricity mathematics throughout the two year program. In the second semester of their senior year, they may prepare for Skills USA competition and take part in CIE opportunities. Students take the NOCTI exam in May
[540 hours]

Plumbing/HVAC: CIP 460503/150501
This course is designed to combine two related technologies and acquaint students with entry level plumbing and entry level HVAC.

Course One:
Students begin with safety skills and workplace safety. They will learn what the plumbing tools are the how to use leveling instruments. In addition to understanding hydraulics and pneumatic, students will learn print reading and sketching. They will learning the basic skills of rigging and hoisting, how to solder and braze, and what to do when excavating a site. Students will become familiar with building and plumbing codes as well. [200 hours]

Course Two:
Utilizing their basic skills, students will learn to install a bathroom, water heaters, boilers and pumps. The importance of good drainage and how a sewer system works are also skills they will learn through hands-on. They will learn to install water supply, fixtures, faucets, and septic systems.

They will be introduced to the basics and installing HVAC systems as they learn the fundamentals of refrigeration. They will learn to work with compression systems and compressors as well as refrigerant controls. They will learn the fundamentals of electrical magnetic, electric motors and electric circuits and controls. Refrigerants along with refrigerant recovery and recycling will be covered. Students will learn to service and install hermetic systems that are both home and commercial installations. [500 hours]

Course Three:
With the plumbing skills that will be enhanced, students will learn basic heating and air conditioning. Gas heating systems will be explored along with cooling and dehumidifying systems. Students will understand air distribution and how to measure it. They will explore the various means of heating and cooling such as heat pumps, harnessing solar energy, and control systems. Students will be able to compute heating and cooling loads and provide service and troubleshooting.

All aspects of the Plumbing/HVAC industry will be learned including communication skills, resume writing, job application and career exploration. Students engage in applied mathematics instruction and learning throughout the two-year program. Opportunity for job shadowing and work experience opportunities are arranged through the CIE program. Students take the ICE test and the EPA test upon completion of the program. [380 hours]