This program prepares students for entry into an apprenticeship program in the commercial and industrial building and construction industries. Topics include Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) processes, green technologies, green building techniques, infrastructure, and transportation projects.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ describe basic skills required for the construction of roads, bridges, levees, and rail.
✔ describe the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating process.
✔ identify green alternatives to conventional building practices and describe the pros and cons of those alternatives.
✔ apply proper lifting/movement techniques applicable to green technology workforce occupations.
✔ determine the validity of fitness and health information using the scientific method and the relationship between scientific research and established knowledge.
✔ implement a personal fitness plan using proper strength and cardiovascular training.

This certificate includes the training for plumbers to meet the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) Level IV guidelines for the plumbers apprenticeship program.
Plumbers and pipefitters are in high demand. The plumber and pipefitters industry is not able to hire the amount of certified employees needed to fill the workforce and meet the needs of the industry. Students that are in this apprenticeship program are currently working in the plumbing industry.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ demonstrate safe working practices related to steam and hydronic heating and cooling systems.
✔ identify steam piping systems.
✔ identify hydronic piping systems.
✔ define terminology used in the Uniform Plumbing Code.
✔ apply safety practices in a health care facility.
✔ list National Inspection Testing Certification (NITC) requirements for medical gas systems.

This certificate includes the training for plumbers to meet the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) Level III guidelines for the plumbers apprenticeship program.
Plumbers and pipefitters are in high demand. The plumber and pipefitters industry is not able to hire the amount of certified employees needed to fill the workforce and meet the needs of the industry. Students that are in this apprenticeship program are currently working in the plumbing industry.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ identify water treatment purification practices.
✔ lay out, and build commercial water supply systems.
✔ define thermal expansion and pressure control.
✔ identify properties of gas.
✔ identify traps and vents in drainage systems.
✔ understand building drawing and project specifications.

The Certificate of Advancement in Academic Preparedness and Career Development prepares advanced-level students with the
English language and literacy skills needed to function independently in most vocational and academic situations. The certificate focuses on developing the requisite level of grammar, reading, writing and speaking skills needed to transition into mainstream courses or to be successful in seeking appropriate employment.

Students who complete this program should be able to:

🗸 Demonstrate ability to write coherent expository essays and/or summary-responses at a level sufficient to transition to 56 and/or
ENG 1A.
🗸 Demonstrate ability to produce and comprehend advanced grammatical structures at a level sufficient to transition to 56 and/or
ENG 1A.
🗸 Demonstrate grammar, listening, speaking, and reading skills needed to clearly communicate and understand information and ideas in personal, academic, and vocational settings.

This certificate includes the training for plumbers to meet the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) Level II guidelines for the plumbers apprenticeship program.
Plumbers and pipefitters are in high demand. The plumber and pipefitters industry is not able to hire the amount of certified employees needed to fill the workforce and meet the needs of the industry. Students that are in this apprenticeship program are currently working in the plumbing industry.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ demonstrate safety procedures related to welding, brazing, burning, and soldering.
✔ demonstrate proper welding skills per industry standards.
✔ interpret blueprint drawings and welding symbols.
✔ classify piping layouts.
✔ create isometric drawings of piping systems.
✔ identify piping and fixture support.

This certificate includes the training for plumbers to meet the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) Level I guidelines for the plumbers apprenticeship program.
Plumbers and pipe-fitters are in high demand. The plumber and pipefitters industry is not able to hire the amount of certified employees needed to fill the workforce and meet the needs of the industry.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ demonstrate use of mathematics related to the plumbing industry.
✔ calculate pipe measurements.
✔ understand basic safety practices on the jobsite as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's regulations.
✔ demonstrate safe rigging practices, including hand and voice signals.
✔ understand scientific and mechanical principles applicable to plumbing.
✔ describe the operating principles of plumbing fixtures.

This certificate includes the training for plumbers to meet the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) journey worker guidelines for the plumbers apprenticeship program.
Plumbers and pipefitters are in high demand. The plumber and pipefitters industry is not able to hire the amount of certified employees needed to fill the workforce and meet the needs of the industry. Students that are in this apprenticeship program are currently working in the plumbing industry.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ apply hot pass and cover pass procedures.
✔ perform pipe weld methods in the 2G, 5G, and 6G positions.
✔ identify personality traits to work effectively with others.
✔ negotiate difficult workplace situations.
✔ practice conflict resolution.
✔ evaluate and develop project schedules.
✔ draft and properly complete construction documents.
✔ demonstrate uphill pipe welding method.
✔ list National Inspection Testing Certification (NITC) requirements for medical gas systems.
✔ demonstrate ability to apply applicable plumbing codes.

This certificate includes the training for pile driver to meet the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) level III guidelines for the pile driver apprenticeship program.
Upon completion of this certificate, students may find employment in the following sectors: government, residential and commercial construction, and utilities.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ demonstrate safe working practices in a field construction environment.
✔ demonstrate proper selection, use, care, preparation, and handling of the pile driver's tools of the trade.
✔ identify and select appropriate materials for each phase of construction.
✔ analyze and interpret construction blueprints.

This certificate includes the training for pile driver to meet the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) level II guidelines for the pile driver apprenticeship program.
Upon completion of this certificate, students may find employment in the following sectors: government, residential and commercial construction, and utilities.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ demonstrate safe working practices in a field construction environment.
✔ demonstrate proper selection, use, care, preparation, and handling of the pile driver's tools of the trade.
✔ identify and select appropriate materials for each phase of construction.

This certificate includes the training for pile driver to meet the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) level I guidelines for the pile driver apprenticeship program.
Upon completion of this certificate, students may find employment in the following sectors: government, residential and commercial construction, and utilities.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ demonstrate safe working practices in a field construction environment.
✔ demonstrate proper selection, use, care, preparation, and handling of the pile driver's tools of the trade.