Construction Technology

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The Construction Technology students receive their OSHA 10 and Carpentry Level 2 and 3 certifications. Construction occupations, including home building and light commercial construction, are the basis of the program. Classroom instruction involves the introduction of technical information pertaining to the building trades industry, including the construction of various projects in the Northland. Students spend much of their time in the shop, practicing and building projects, where safety is our first priority.

PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR

Mr. Blankenship has been in the construction industry for more than ten years, performing a vast array of work in building construction, HVAC electrical and plumbing. Mr. Blankenship has owned his own HVAC/Construction company since 2008.

Contact Mr. Blankenship
Phone: 816-858-5505 x1715
Email:[email protected]

COLLEGE CREDIT

Metropolitan Community College Dual Credit

General Construction Principals & Trade Tools 4CH
Carpentry: Sheetrock, Siding & Finishes 4CH
Carpentry: Stairs, Flooring and Roofs 3CH

Missouri Western State University

12 hours of articulated credit towards an Engineering Technology field is available through MWSU after students complete 2 years at NCC and enroll at MWSU

Construction Apprenticeship Program

Advanced wage scale placement is available in the Construction Apprenticeship Program through the Builders’ Training Center

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Hourly Wage

Average Salary

Construction Manager

$50.43

$104,900

Electrician Construction & Building

$36.22

$75,350

Cost Estimator

$35.94

$74,740

Brickmason

$33.71

$70,110

Inspector

$32.55

$67,700

Carpenter

$28.38

$59,030

Glaziers

$24.97

$51,940

Construction Laborer

$22.85

$47,530

Cabinet Maker

$20.80

$43,260

Painter

$20.64

$42,960

*Occupational Outlook Handbook 2023

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AREAS OF STUDY

Measuring
Fasteners
Blueprint Reading
Use of Hand Tools
Use of Power Tools
Carpentry
Electricity
Framing
Roofing
Painting

INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED CREDENTIALS/OTHER CERTIFICATIONS

Students may earn Carpenters Union Level 2 & Level 3 Test, OSHA 10.

CAREER TREE

Click the tree below to view an interactive Construction Technology career exploration guide.

Northland Career Center

Northland Career Center and the Platte County R-3 School District Board of Education is committed to maintaining a workplace and educational environment that is free from discrimination and harassment in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs, services, activities and facilities. In accordance with law, the district strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment against employees, students or others on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs, activities, or in employment. As required by law, the district provides equal access to district facilities and related benefits and services and will not discriminate against any group officially affiliated with the Boy Scouts of America, the Girl Scouts of the United States of America, or any other youth groups designated in applicable federal law. Northland Career Center and the Platte County R-3 School District is an equal opportunity employer. Inquiries or concerns regarding the application of this notice may be referred to our district’s Compliance Officer. Any person who is unable to resolve a problem or grievance arising under Title VI, Title IX, the Age Discrimination Act, Section 504, or Title II of the ADA, may contact the Office for Civil Rights, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320 Kansas City, MO 64106, phone number (816) 268-0550.

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