Learn all aspects of construction including design, estimating, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, and electrical. Also visit industry workplaces, demonstrate your skills in competitions, and have industry professionals visit your classroom.
Eligibility
- Evening program Year 1:
- Grades 11-12
- Daytime program Year 1:
- Grades 10-12
- Daytime program Year 2:
- Successful completion of Year 1
- Daytime program Year 3:
- Successful completion of Year 2
Number of Years to Complete this Program
- Evening Program
- 1 year to complete
- Daytime Program
- 2 years to complete
- Optional third year offered
Things to Consider
- You must have the ability to lift 50 lbs.
- You must have the ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Strong communication skills are necessary.
- You must have the ability to work outdoors in all seasons.
- If you enjoy working with your hands it will be beneficial.
Direct Employment
- Apprenticeship in Electrical, Masonry, Carpentry, Plumbing, or Welding
- Highway Maintenance Worker
- Cement Mason
- Construction Worker
- Fence Builder
- Floor and Carpet Layer
Jobs Available After Additional or Advanced Training
- Journeyman License Holder
- Construction Project Manager
- Contractor
- Civil Engineer
- Architect
Locations
JTED @ The Bridges
3300 S. Park Ave.
Schedule Availability
- Monday through Friday daytime schedule
- Mondays & Wednesdays 3:45 to 7 p.m. and one mandatory Saturday per month 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:45 to 7 p.m. and one mandatory Saturday per month 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Program Completion/Sequence
Year 1
- Evening Program
- Safety training, introduction to masonry, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing
- Daytime Program
- Safety training, construction math and measurements, hand and power tools, blueprint reading, masonry, wall and floor framing
Year 2
- Daytime Program
- Roof framing, exterior finishes, electrical, plumbing, interior finishes
Certification
- Evening Program Year 1:
- OSHA 10
- NCCER Core
- Heartsaver CPR
- First Aid Training
- Stop the Bleed
- Daytime Program Year 1:
- OSHA 10
- Daytime Program Year 2:
- NCCER Core
- Heartsaver CPR
- First Aid Training
- Stop the Bleed
Credits
- Evening Program:
- 2/Year
- Daytime Program:
- 1/Year
Instructor
- Josue Tapia Landy
- Joel Tuscher
More Information
Uniform
- JTED program t-shirt (evening programs)
- Closed-toe shoe
- Work pants
Beneficial Classes to Take in High School
Academic Classes
- Mathematics
- English (focus on reading)
CTE Classes
- Carpentry
- Drafting
- Welding
- Precision Manufacturing
