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Construction Trades

Employees in construction build the future! This diverse career prepares learners for careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining homes, apartments, industrial buildings, warehouses, office buildings, churches and schools. Individuals employed in this cluster work on new structures, restorations, additions, alterations and repairs.

Career Major

CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Expense Sheet

Courses Include
Course Checklist

  • Construction Core

  • Basic Finishing Techniques

  • Building Materials, Fasteners, and Adhesives

  • Cabinet Design/Planning and Estimating

  • Cabinet Installation

  • Concrete and Reinforcing Materials

  • Drywall Installation

  • Drywall Finishing

  • Floor Systems

  • Light Equipment in Construction

  • Metal Building Concepts

  • Metal Stud Framing

  • Plan Reading and Elevations

  • Residential Exterior Trim and Roof

  • Roofing Applications

  • Wall and Ceiling Framing

  • Windows, Doors, Floors, & Ceiling Trim

  • Roof Framing

  • Introduction to Windows and Exterior Doors

  • Exterior Finishing

  • Residential Plans & Drawing Interpretation​

Employment Opportunities

  • Frame Carpenter

  • Form Carpenter

  • Trim Carpenter

  • Drywall Installer

  • Construction Manager

  • Contractor

  • Laborer

Competencies/Certifications Available
National Center for Construction Education & Research Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education

  • Plan Reading & Elevations

  • Hand & Power Tools

  • Wall & Ceiling Framing

  • Exterior Finishing

  • Drywall Finishing

  • Cabinet Maker Trainee

  • +35 other certifications available

Student Organizations
SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA is the #1 workforce development organization for students. We empower students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders and responsible community members.
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National Technical Honor Society
The National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) is an educational non-profit that exists to honor, recognize, and empower students and teachers in Career & Technical Education. As the honor society for Career & Technical Education, NTHS serves over 100,000 active members annually in both secondary and postsecondary chapters across the country.
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PTC Esports Team
Pioneer Tech is home to the Manticores Esports Team. Any student enrolled at PTC can be a part of either the High School or Adult teams.
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Cody Tabor

Cody Tabor

Construction Trades instructor