- NEWTech
- Skilled Trades

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Construction 1 Instructor: Jeshu Taylor
- 509.354.7487
- JeshuT@SpokaneSchools.org
Construction 2 Instructor: Chuck Sauer
- 509.354.7427
- CharlesS@SpokaneSchools.org
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Construction: Video Overview
Grade Level: 11, 12
Credits: 3 per year (1.5 per semester)
Location: NEWTech Rm. 134
Duration: 1080 Hours: 540 hours (year-long) with an optional Year Two 540-hour course available
Program Description: The Construction program is a Career Launch endorsed program as well as Washington State approved Pre-Apprenticeship approved, designed to teach entry-level construction skills and knowledge. This course covers both residential and commercial construction with an emphasis on job site safety. The course goals is to prepare students for direct entry into an apprenticeship by meeting rigorous academic and industry standards.
Syllabus: 2022-2023 Construction Syllabus
Prerequisite(s):
Year One Course - Junior or Senior standing
Year Two Course - B or better in Year 1 course and Instructor's approvalHigh School Credit Equivalencies: 1.0 Math
Certifications: OSHA 10, CPR/First Aid, Flagger, and Forklift
- Washington State Pre-Apprenticeship Certified
Careers in this field:
- Carpenter
- HVAC
- Electrician
- Roofing
- Finisher
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Laborer
- Architect
- Engineer
- Construction Management
- Building Inspector

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Brandon Young completed two years in our Construction Trades program. As a junior, Brandon was one of five NEWTech students selected to participate in a paid internship with Spokane's Associated General Contractors called the Lemon Head Program. Brandon has been completing his internship with Bacon Concrete earning a prevailing wage of $38.16.
