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"Through this class, you get the basic experience needed to become a carpenter."
Paul Powell:
Senior Valparaiso H.S.


construction worker on roof

Career Opportunities

• Carpenter • Masonry Worker • Electrician • Plumber • Sheet Metal Worker • Painter • General or Sub-Contractor • Construction Estimator • Insulator • And Many More...

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PORTER COUNTY CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION Construction Technology



Do you like to work with your hands? Do you like to work outdoors? Would you like to join a construction crew with your classmates and actually build a house or commercial structure? Then sign up for this program!! You will be given the opportunity to prepare for employment and learn the attitudes and behavior necessary to get a job in this field. If you’re interested in gaining pre-apprenticeship training in carpentry, electrical, heating, air conditioning, painting, drywalling, plumbing, and masonry trades, sign up today.

         Educational Opportunities

Purdue University Vincennes University
Ivy Tech Community College Ball State University
Indiana State University Apprenticeships w/ Trade Unions

         wages

H.S. and Career & Technical Education Graduate:   $7.25-$21.00/hr.
Additional Technical Training:   $16.00-$30.00/hr.
Grade 11,12       Credits 6-9