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Architecture and Construction
TECHNICAL DIPLOMA
Carpentry
Program Code : 314101 The Carpentry program prepares students with the fundamental skills and hands-on experience to embark on a carpentry career . Carpentry classes and curriculum cover residential and commercial construction and include planning and estimating , framing , roof and stair building techniques , finish carpentry , blueprint reading , building codes , using hand and portable power tools and other equipment common in the carpentry profession , and other related subjects .
TOTAL CREDITS : 31
All credits in this program apply toward the Construction Management - Carpentry ( 104552 ) associate degree . __________________________________
MEDIAN STARTING SALARY : $ 19,000 *
TECHNICAL DIPLOMA
Electrical Power Distribution
Program Code : 314132 Qualified line technicians are needed to install , maintain , and operate the complex network of power lines and cables that supply electric energy to residential , commercial , and industrial customers . Electrical Power Distribution prepares students with classroom and hands-on training in all phases of power line construction and maintenance . Students must be willing to work in a diverse work environment in all weather conditions and be comfortable at heights .
TOTAL CREDITS : 34 __________________________________
MEDIAN STARTING SALARY : $ 56,624 *
TECHNICAL DIPLOMA
Electricity
Program Code : 314131 As a graduate of the one-year Electricity program , you ’ re ready to work in residential , commercial , and industrial settings . You ’ re skilled in installing , maintaining , and servicing basic electrical equipment . Typical career opportunities include construction electrician and industrial maintenance technician . With additional education and / or work experience , you may also become an electrical construction supervisor , electrical engineering technician , journey-level electrician , electrical contractor , electrical maintenance supervisor , and voice data video installer .
TOTAL CREDITS : 32
All credits from this program apply toward the Construction Management — Electricity ( 104551 ) associate degree .
Career Pathway Bridge available for students needing additional support to meet program entry requirements . __________________________________
MEDIAN STARTING SALARY : $ 30,000 *
TECHNICAL DIPLOMA
Gas Utility Construction and Service
Program Code : 314692 Highly skilled professionals in the utilities industry are needed to install , maintain , and operate natural and propane gas distribution systems used to supply residential , commercial , and industrial customers . Typical careers in this field include gas distribution worker , gas service person , gas meter and regulation mechanic , gas clerk-estimator , gas inspector , gas appliance repair mechanic , underground facilities locater , pipeline welder , pipe layer , PE pipe fusion , and equipment operator .
TOTAL CREDITS : 33 __________________________________
MEDIAN STARTING SALARY : $ 54,362 *
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