The Building Trades and Construction is a broad industry group with common products, services and working environments. This industry includes products and services related to commercial and institutional construction and structures, heavy construction, building materials distribution, and residential construction.
Regional Occupational Centers and Programs course offerings statewide range from:
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Cabinet Making
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Woodworking
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Carpentry
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Commercial Maintenance
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Commercial Remodel
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Construction and Building Trades
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Construction Technology
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Construction Electrician
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Construction Management
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Painting
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Taping
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Finishing
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Paperhanging
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Stage Craft Technology
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Wiring: residential and commercial
Statewide enrollments in Building Trades & Construction related courses were over 101,000 in over 4,000 classes as reported in 2006-07.
Upcoming Events
| Dates(s) | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| April 2008 | California SkillsUSA State Conference | Riverside Convention Center, Riverside, CA |
| April 2008 | Industrial and Technology Education Conference | Kansas City, MO |
| March 2008 | CAHWEE Regional Conference North | Monterey, CA |
| June 2008 | National SkillsUSA Conference and Competition | Kansas City, MO |
| September 2008 | California Industrial and Technology Education Consortium Institute | Petaluma, CA |
| November 2008 | California Work Experience Educators (CAHWEE) Regional Conference South | Palms Springs, CA |
| December 2008 | California Industrial and Technology Education Consortium Institute | Cathedral City, CA |
Resources/Links
Building Trades and Construction Industry Sector Program Summary
Contact Information
Building trades and construction is administered by:
California Department of Education
Secondary, Postsecondary, and Adult Leadership Division
1430 N Street, Suite 4503
Sacramento, CA 95814
Dennis J. Guido, Administrator
916-322-5050
dguido@cde.ca.gov
Rick Mejia, Consultant
916-319-0498
