NWTC BUILDING TRADES Program

    Does working as a construction builder interest you?  How about working as a plumber, mason, or an electrician?  In Building Trades, you can learn to utilize all these trades and more.  The in-depth training you receive in Building Trades includes hanging doors, applying sheetrock, finishing floors, and the basics of framing and finishing a structure.  Apprenticeships in plumbing and electrical are also a part of this program.  Students in Building Trades spend time off campus at actual job sites working with experts in their field.  Building Trades helps students get a start in a career field of their choice.

•    Skilled craftsmen are in great demand throughout the labor market!!

•    For students who go on to a one or two year technical college, salaries can go as high as $45,000 per year!!

Building Trades I– 931 For the first year student

PREREQUISITES:  This class is open to all 11th and 12th graders who have earned a “C” or better in Core Math I or a “B” or better in Applied Math.  This class meets two periods per day for all three trimesters for 3 credits.  Students earn 2 Math credits upon completion of this class.

OPTIONS:  Students may be scheduled for just one trimester with SPECIAL permission from the Tech Center Guidance Office.  However, students may not enter this class during the 2nd or 3rd trimester without first completing the first trimester.

Building Trades II- 971 For the second year student

PREREQUISITES:  This class is open to all 11th and 12th graders who have earned a “B” or better in Building Trades I.  This class meets two periods per day for all three trimesters for 3 credits.  Students earn 2 Math credit upon completion of this class.

OPTIONS:  Students may be scheduled for just one trimester with SPECIAL permission from the Tech Center Guidance Office.