Year One

Industrial Trades offers a promising career for the individual who has an interest in construction or manufacturing. This class requires the development of basic hands-on skills and an understanding of basic principles related to construction and manufacturing. Basic construction trade skills, such as wiring, plumbing, drafting, and carpentry will be introduced as well as basic manufacturing skills, such as foundry concepts, machining, and assembly. Industral safety, the interpretation of drawings, and problem solving techniques will be taught extensively within the first year.

Year Two

During the second year of this course, students will develop more advanced skills in manufacturing, construction, and problem solving. Basic leadership, planning and designing skills will be developed within the second year students.

Instructors

Mr. Buckley

Course Location

Richland Community College campus and job construction sites

Areas of Study

• Rough framing
• Roofing
• Siding
• Insulation
• Drywall
• Wood finishing
• Painting
• Stair Layout
• Interior trim finishing
• Insulation