1801 Branch Street|Platte City, MO 64079Phone: 816-858-5505Fax: 816-858-3278

Construction Technology

Construction Technology

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The Construction Technology students receive their OSHA 10 certification & take the NOCTI Carpentry test. 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

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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]

 

 

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Hourly Wage

Average Salary

Cabinet Maker

$ 18.05

$37,540

Construction Laborer

$18.16

$37,770

Painter

$21.92

$45,590

Roofer

$22.65

$47,110

Drywall Installer

$23.09

$48,040

Rough-in Carpenter

$23.20

$48,260

Project Manager

$47.55

$98,890

*Occupational Outlook Handbook 2021

New information is now available for Missourians looking for which jobs will be "hot" this decade. The report shows that youth and adults with an interest - and skills - in science, technology, engineering, and math have many bright prospects in Missouri.

 

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.

DUAL AND/OR ARTICULATED CREDIT

Program completers can receive advanced credit through the Builders' Training Center in a registered apprenticeship craft such as a Carpenter or Construction Laborer.

Program completers can earn up to twelve dual college credits at Metropolitan Community College or 12 articulated college credit hours from Missouri Western State University. 

CAREER TREE

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

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