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CTAP 150 - Introduction to the Trades



5.0 Credits
This course will provide exposure to a variety of different building trades and applications to the jobsite.  These include: Laborers, Iron Workers, Cement Mason, Carpenters, Plumbers and pipefitters, Electricians.   Included in the class will be guest speakers from different trades who will inform students of what it takes to be successful in their respective trade. Students will be provided with physical requirements needed, application requirements, wages, benefits, job opportunities, and any other information pertinent to that specific trade. 
Prerequisite GED, high school diploma, or above.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Apply techniques for working safely in a shop and/or jobsite.
  2. Explain how to meet the physical requirement needed to enter construction industry and /or apprenticeships 
  3. Describe a minimum of 4 apprenticeship programs available in Washington State 
  4. Describe application requirements, wages, benefits, and job opportunities available in a variety of trade unions.  
  5. Identify and use common tools properly and handle materials safely for Ironworking; Construction Craft Laborers; Carpentry; Cement Masons and Plasterers per facilities resources 
This course is only offered at the Monroe Correctional Facility campus.
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