This course begins with the use and care of hand tools. Power tools are introduced with a major emphasis on safety. Rough framing, roof framing, exterior finish, interior finish, and stair building are taught and the learning is culminated with the construction of an actual full-scale house. Electrical wiring, plumbing, dry wall application and masonry are also taught. Trade mathematics, estimating, and blueprint reading are major units of the course.

• Hand Tools
• Power Tools
• Residential Concrete/Masonry
• Rough Framing
• Exterior Finish
• Interior Finish
• Stair Building
• Trade Math
• Estimating
• Trade Blueprint Reading
• Drawing Interpretation
• Cabinet Making
• Electrical
• Heating
• Paperhanging
• Painting

Related Careers:

• Electrician
• Rough Carpenter
• Finish Carpenter
• Cabinet Maker & Installer
• Roofer
• Sider
• Drywall Applicator
• Cement Finisher
• Furnace Installer & Repairer
• Painter - Brush & Spray
• Masonry
• Paperhanger