Wyoming County Career & Technical Center

Pineville, WV      (304) 732—8050

Building Construction

Instructor: David McKinney

This course of study is based on the construction of residential and light commercial structures, including a modular home. Student's participation in the Building Construction course of study will have the skill to enter the work force immediately after graduation or have the opportunity to earn up to 28 college hours toward a 2 to 4 year degree. Those completing the full Building Construction course of study will be eligible to enter the third year of a four year apprenticeship. Internships are also available to those interested students who qualify. This course constitutes 1080 hours for completion.

This course is based on the construction of light commercial and residential construction.
Topics Taught:
* Care and use of hand and power tools
* Blueprint reading
* Residential framing
* Roofing and roof framing
* Interior and exterior finishes
* Layout and design
* Foundations
* Concrete finishing
* Plumbing
* Block and brick lying
* Computer skills