Construction Technology Program Highlights

The Guilford County Schools in conjunction with Guilford Technical Community College and area general contractors sponsor the College Tech Prep Construction Technology Program. The purpose of the program is to offer students in grades 9 – 12 a program of study that will help them prepare for a variety of careers in the construction field.

Students learn the basics of construction and combine classroom instruction with hands on application. These experiences will enable students to prepare themselves for career opportunities in technical fields and/or further education in two-year or four-year degree programs.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

• Continue your education by pursuing a degree through a two or four-year institution.
• Understand the variety of globally recognized technical certifications available and position yourself to receive them.
• Prepare for a career in a rapidly growing field.
• Prepare to obtain national industry-standard certifications. (Wheels-of-Learning)
• Learn valuable skills through an optional paid apprenticeship program while still in high school.
• Have the option of continuing the apprenticeship program on a full-time basis after high school or part-time while completing a two or four-year degree program.

WHAT IS CONSTRUCTION APPRENTICESHIP?

This program combines classroom instruction with on-the-job work experience as students balance theory and study with hands-on interaction using state-of-the-art technology.

HOW CAN YOU PARTICIPATE IN THE CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE TECH PREP APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM?

Students who are at least 16 years of age and enrolled in this College Tech Prep course of study have the option of applying for an apprenticeship position. The requirements are:

• Have an interest in the Construction Technology field.
• Earn and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 with emphasis on the courses leading to Construction careers.
• Maintain a good attendance record.
• Enroll in and complete courses listed in the Construction Technology College Tech Prep course of study.
• Earn a C or better in:
  • Algebra I
  • Construction Technology I
  • Construction Technology II
  • Construction Technology III
• Complete an application and interview with sponsoring businesses. (Some businesses may require a criminal records check, drug screening and fingerprinting prior to employment.)

WHAT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE IN THE CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY?

• Civil Engineer
• Safety Manager
• Architect 
• Foreman
• Superintendent 
• Draftsperson
• Project Manager
• Controller
• Skilled Craftsperson 
• Estimator
• Heavy Equipment Operator
• Sales & Marketing

SCHOLARSHIPS

Students completing a Construction Technology College Tech Prep course of study are eligible to apply for two years free tuition at GTCC through the GTCC CTP Tuition Assistance Scholarship.

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