Program Level Outcomes-Construction Trades

  • collage picture with a construction crew with hard hats in the top left corner, masonry equipment in the top right corner, a person checking HVAC levels in the bottom right corner, and a person welding in the bottom left corner

Welding

  • After completion of the OSHA 10 online course and Welding Safety instruction, students will demonstrate appropriate safety in the lab and apply their knowledge of a safe environment to daily construction situations. (Basic Safety)
  • Students will be able to apply their knowledge of welding equipment, tools, and processes to real-life situations that involve multiple variables (such as metal thickness, welding positions, welding processes, etc.) and successfully create a quality weld using various welding processes. (Basic Welding Techniques)
  • Students will be able to apply their knowledge of cutting processes and base metal preparation to create welding surfaces that are appropriate for executing a quality weld. (Basic Cutting and Grinding Processes)
  • Students will be able to understand, interpret, and create basic welding symbols and blueprints based on industry standards and have a fundamental knowledge of welding terminology. (Basic Blueprint Reading)

 

HVAC

  • Evaluate residential AC and Heating system operation against the manufacturer and recognized industry performance standards and implement corrective actions to optimize performance.
  • Apply best practice service procedures to heating & AC systems.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of current EPA section 608 laws and guidelines.

Masonry

  • After completion of the OSHA 10 online course, NCCER Core and instruction students will demonstrate appropriate safety in the lab and apply their knowledge of a safe environment to daily construction and masonry situations.
  • Students will be able to construct various types of a masonry walls to create a complete quality foundation or decorative element, including multiple techniques and materials.
  • Students will be able to apply their knowledge of masonry tools and building materials to real-world applications.
  • Students will be able to assess existing masonry structures and develop a strategy to repair or remodel the structure.

 

Construction Trades

  • After completion of the OSHA 10 online course, NCCER Core and instruction students will demonstrate appropriate safety in the lab and apply their knowledge of a safe environment to daily construction situations.
  • Students will be able to construct various elements of a building to create a complete quality structure, including interior and exterior elements of the building.
  • Students will be able to apply their knowledge of tools, fasteners and building materials to real-world applications.
  • Students will be able to assess existing structures and develop a strategy to repair or remodel the structure.