Building for tomorrow, infrastructure engineers develop skills that explore essential tools, materials, safety, and methods used in both residential and commercial construction. These skills include reading plans and blueprints, applying construction math, and mastering pathway-specific techniques such as framing, electrical, plumbing, and finishing, all commonly used in the industry.
Skills Developed
Expertise in construction and infrastructure engineering provides a comprehensive skill set, from blueprint reading and material knowledge to precision in construction math and problem-solving.
Careers
Electrical Technician Starting Salary $45K
Carpenter Starting Salary $45K
Superintendent Starting Salary $106K
Foreman Starting Salary $67K
Project Manager Starting Salary $71K
Civil Engineer Starting Salary $67K
From blueprints to buildings, we're making dreams tangible.
This is the foundation course to basic residential construction. Students will demonstrate competencies that are nationally recognized by the construction industry. Students will learn and practice structural framing of floors, walls, ceilings, and roofs. This course also includes the use of basic construction tools and machinery, applied math, and an introduction to blueprint reading. This course teaches students industry safety including the use of all machines and tools. In addition, topics will include electrical wiring, masonry, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, drywall, foundations, footings, stairs, doors, and employability.
Note: Construction I students must be able to carry 20 lbs. across the classroom and lift 15 lbs. overhead. Construction I students must be able to lift, bend, twist, and work overhead, as well as under a structure. Construction I students must be able to climb a ladder and work from an elevated position.
In Construction II, students will gain advanced knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as carpenters, building maintenance technicians or supervisors, or to prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students will gain more complex practical experience with carpentry, electrical and plumbing. Working in conjunction with the Associated General Contractors of Denver, students focus on various skills in preparation for entry into trades apprenticeships. Students will be introduced to all facets of residential and commercial wiring, installation of fixtures, plumbing and exterior and interior finish work. Carpentry in Construction II will include a more comprehensive understanding of framing, drywall, exterior siding, roofing, insulation, windows, doors, trim and cabinet installation. Students are expected to work closely with people, do physical work and solve problems independently.
Note: Construction II students must be able to carry 20 lbs. across the classroom and lift 15 lbs. overhead. Construction II students must be able to lift, bend, twist, and work overhead, as well as under a structure. Construction II students must be able to climb a ladder and work from an elevated position.
Prerequisite: Construction I
Grades: 11-12
Length: 1 Year
Credit: 2 Credits (1 CTE / 1 Math A)
Certifications: Home Builders Institute Pre-Apprenticeship: Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing
Concurrent Enrollment: Building Material (AEC 1510, 3 credits), Introduction to Construction, Part 2 (CON 1011, 1011, 4 credits) MAC 1002 - 3 credits)
