After this program, students will learn about the three sectors of construction: buildings, infrastructure and industrial. Building construction is divided into residential and non-residential. After PHILLY-TECH’s pre-apprentice, you will understand the importance of construction, creating buildings and spaces that connect communities, providing jobs, and improving society. You will learn about the construction project and how it is the organized process of constructing, renovating, refurbishing included: building, structure or infrastructure.
Blueprint
Building structure
Electrical systems
Heating and ventilation, air conditioning HVAC
Carpentry
Plumbing
Concrete and masonry
Building framing and envelopes
Finishing (painting, tiles and flooring system)
In addition, students will learn about different power tools and how they operate.