Licensed Trades Apprenticeship Preparation

This course will provide exposure to a variety of different trades and applications to the jobsite. The focus will be on the licensed trades of Pipefitters and Electricians but will include information for other trades of interest. Included in the class will be guest speakers from different trades who will inform students of what it takes to be successful in their respective trade. Students will be provided with physical requirements needed, application requirements, wages, benefits, job opportunities, and any other information pertinent to that specific trade.

This course will provide instruction in worksite behaviors and expectations: preparing for the workday, communications skills, teamwork skills, pro-active attitude, attendance expectations, integrity, resume writing, mock job interview, appropriate work attire, and what employers are really looking for when hiring. Safety training to include completion of OSHA 10, proper techniques in moving materials and going up and down ladders. Hands on skills testing will be completed as well as proper use and fit of personal protective equipment will be discussed.

This course will provide students with a solid foundation in mathematical principles needed for a variety of vocational trades. Trades included, but not limited to, Pipefitters, Electricians, Laborers, Ironworkers, Carpenters and Cement Masons. Students will practice the application of the principles in the shop through a variety of apprenticeship preparation activities and tasks.

This course will provide students with a solid foundation in plumbing systems and the materials used for each system. Topics include material identification, piping systems, proper lifting techniques and skills assessment testing.