Building Trades

Building Trades Level I students learn to use hand and power tools, are immersed in construction practices and industry vocabulary, and practice reading plans, estimating materials, and solving construction math problems while building sheds and other smaller projects.

During Level II, students build on their skills to construct a new home. This includes planning, layout, building, plumbing, electrical, installing sheetrock, interior finish work, wood and ceramic tile floor installation, cabinet installation, deck building, and more. This is a real world experience for students to safely learn and practice work ethic, professionalism and a new skill set. Students also practice communication skills by interacting with local businesspeople, subcontractors, insurance agents, town offices and lenders.