Building Trades & Technology

PURPOSE
The Buildings Trade and Technology credential documents the essential competencies required for entry-level trades workers. It covers general safety, use and care for tools, fasteners and adhesives, construction-related math and measuring skills, rigging techniques, and basic reading of construction drawings and plans. These concepts and skills form a solid foundation for any building trades career.

AUDIENCE
This credential is appropriate for entry-level building trades workers seeking positions in manufacturing, residential and commercial construction, repair and maintenance positions, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, welding, specialty trades, trades helpers/assistants, and other trades-related positions.

JOB/CAREER REQUIREMENTS
The building trades worker typically must have a high school diploma or the equivalent and understand the general safety practices and equipment, the use and care of hand tools and power tools, the selection and use of common fasteners and adhesives/sealants, construction-related math and measuring skills, basic rigging and related rigging-safety practices, and reading of construction drawings and plans. Additionally, building trades workers must have excellent communication skills and be able to listen to, receive feedback from, and effectively communicate with supervisors and coworkers. They must also understand and comply with the numerous state and federal laws and codes that govern the industry.

WELDING TECHNICIAN WORKPLACE TASKS:

• Describe the building trades and technology industry and associated career paths.
• Identify the professional skills required for success and career advancement in the industry.
• Complete basic measuring tasks and math calculations required in the building trades workplace.
• Explain the safety procedures and equipment commonly used in the building trades workplace.
• Explain the proper use, care, maintenance, and safety considerations for using common hand tools.
• Explain the proper use, care, maintenance, and safety considerations for using common power tools.
• Identify common rigging equipment and procedures used on a construction site.
• Read common construction drawings and plans.