Residential Construction

About

The Residential Construction curriculum is designed to prepare individuals for entry-level employment in residential construction. It provides foundational knowledge and hands-on skills needed to safely interpret plans, perform measurements, estimate projects, and apply residential construction practices. Course work includes residential print reading, construction mathematics and estimating, building codes, OSHA safety, tools, measurements, and laboratory experiences. Students will develop technical skills through classroom instruction and applied learning aligned with industry practices. Graduates should qualify for entry-level positions in residential construction, including construction laborer, carpenter helper, building maintenance technician, or apprentice in the skilled trades. Graduates may also earn industry-recognized safety credentials and continue into advanced construction education or apprenticeship
programs.